Waterfall · West Iceland
Giljafoss
Quick facts
- Giljafoss is 119 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 51 min by car.
- The nearest town to Giljafoss is Borgarnes.
- Giljafoss is a waterfall in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 119 km by road, about 1 h 51 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.6757° N, 21.0803° 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 Giljafoss?
Giljafoss is a waterfall in West Iceland.
Where is Giljafoss?
Giljafoss is at 64.6757° N, 21.0803° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Hraunfossar, a waterfall about 5.6 km away in a straight line.
How far is Giljafoss from Reykjavík?
Giljafoss is 119 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 51 min by car.
How do I get to Giljafoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Giljafoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Giljafoss?
We have not verified a fee for Giljafoss. 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 Giljafoss?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 73 minutes' drive from Giljafoss. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (97 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (103 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 73 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 97 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 103 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 106 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 107 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 110 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 115 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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