Waterfall · North Iceland
Ingvararfoss
Quick facts
- Ingvararfoss is 357 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 19 min by car.
- The nearest town to Ingvararfoss is Mývatn.
- Ingvararfoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Mývatn |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 357 km by road, about 6 h 19 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.3669° N, 17.3356° 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 Ingvararfoss?
Ingvararfoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.
Where is Ingvararfoss?
Ingvararfoss is at 65.3669° N, 17.3356° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Mývatn. The nearest other sight on our map is Aldeyjarfoss, a waterfall about 72 m away in a straight line.
How far is Ingvararfoss from Reykjavík?
Ingvararfoss is 357 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 19 min by car.
How do I get to Ingvararfoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Ingvararfoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Mývatn.
Does it cost anything to visit Ingvararfoss?
We have not verified a fee for Ingvararfoss. 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 Ingvararfoss?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 80 minutes' drive from Ingvararfoss. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool (88 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 80 min driveISK 4,500 per visit with LifePass
- 88 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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