Waterfall · The Highlands
Gýgjarfoss
waterfall in Iceland
Quick facts
- Gýgjarfoss is 182 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 17 min by car.
- Gýgjarfoss is a waterfall in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| From Reykjavík | 182 km by road, about 3 h 17 min |
|---|---|
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 64.7033° N, 19.3962° 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 Gýgjarfoss?
Gýgjarfoss is a waterfall in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Gýgjarfoss?
Gýgjarfoss is at 64.7033° N, 19.3962° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest other sight on our map is The Circle, a hike about 5.1 km away in a straight line.
How far is Gýgjarfoss from Reykjavík?
Gýgjarfoss is 182 km from Reykjavík by road, about 3 h 17 min by car.
How do I get to Gýgjarfoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Gýgjarfoss, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Gýgjarfoss?
We have not verified a fee for Gýgjarfoss. 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.
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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