Waterfall · South Iceland
Fossabrekkur
waterfall in Iceland
Quick facts
- Fossabrekkur is 134 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 2 min by car.
- The nearest town to Fossabrekkur is Hella.
- Fossabrekkur is a waterfall in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hella |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 134 km by road, about 2 h 2 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.0732° N, 19.7511° W |
Getting there
Directions go to the sight's mapped point. For a mountain, glacier or lake that can be well away from the road, so park only in marked areas and walk from there.
Stay on marked paths, leave no trace and close gates behind you. Driving off-road is illegal in Iceland.
Areas can be closed at short notice to protect them. Check the official page before travelling.
Questions people ask
What is Fossabrekkur?
Fossabrekkur is a waterfall in South Iceland.
Where is Fossabrekkur?
Fossabrekkur is at 64.0732° N, 19.7511° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Hella. The nearest other sight on our map is Tröllkonuhlaup, a waterfall about 1.2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Fossabrekkur from Reykjavík?
Fossabrekkur is 134 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 2 min by car.
How do I get to Fossabrekkur?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Fossabrekkur, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hella.
Is there a trail to Fossabrekkur?
Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Hellismannaleið (54 km, about 10 h 45 min).
Does it cost anything to visit Fossabrekkur?
We have not verified a fee for Fossabrekkur. Some landowners charge for parking or entry, so check the signs on arrival. Iceland's right of public access comes with duties: stay on marked paths and leave no trace.
Where can you swim near Fossabrekkur?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 50 minutes' drive from Fossabrekkur. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (69 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (113 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
- 50 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 69 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 113 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 116 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 118 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 120 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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