Waterfall · South Iceland

Írárfoss

Írárfoss, Iceland
Photo: Bromr · CC BY-SA 3.0

Before you go

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.

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Quick facts

  • Írárfoss is 138 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 6 min by car.
  • The nearest town to Írárfoss is Vestmannaeyjar.
  • Írárfoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.

The facts

Írárfoss: The facts
Nearest townVestmannaeyjar
From Reykjavík138 km by road, about 2 h 6 min
RegionSouth Iceland
Coordinates63.5775° N, 19.8269° 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.

Questions people ask

What is Írárfoss?

Írárfoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.

Where is Írárfoss?

Írárfoss is at 63.5775° N, 19.8269° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Vestmannaeyjar. The nearest other sight on our map is Steinahellir, a cave about 6.1 km away in a straight line.

How far is Írárfoss from Reykjavík?

Írárfoss is 138 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 6 min by car.

How do I get to Írárfoss?

The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Írárfoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Vestmannaeyjar.

Does it cost anything to visit Írárfoss?

We have not verified a fee for Írárfoss. 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 Írárfoss?

The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Hella & Pool, about 36 minutes' drive from Írárfoss. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Selfoss & Pool (66 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (106 min).

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Sources

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