Waterfall · West Iceland
Laxfoss
waterfall on the Norðurá river, Iceland
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
- Laxfoss is 104 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 38 min by car.
- The nearest town to Laxfoss is Borgarnes.
- Laxfoss is a waterfall in West Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Borgarnes |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 104 km by road, about 1 h 38 min |
| Region | West Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64.7344° N, 21.5751° 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 Laxfoss?
Laxfoss is a waterfall in West Iceland.
Where is Laxfoss?
Laxfoss is at 64.7344° N, 21.5751° W, in West Iceland. The nearest town is Borgarnes. The nearest other sight on our map is Hreðavatn, a lake about 2.4 km away in a straight line.
How far is Laxfoss from Reykjavík?
Laxfoss is 104 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 38 min by car.
How do I get to Laxfoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Laxfoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Borgarnes.
Does it cost anything to visit Laxfoss?
We have not verified a fee for Laxfoss. 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 Laxfoss?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Akranes & Pool, about 57 minutes' drive from Laxfoss. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool (79 min), World Class Laugar & Pool (90 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Akranes & Pool57 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool79 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool90 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon92 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool97 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
HreðavatnLake · 2.4 kmCC BY 4.0 · Photo: Steinninn
GlanniWaterfall · 2.5 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Hedwig Storch
HallarmúliMountain · 3.4 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Reykholt
GrábrókVolcano · 5.3 kmCC BY 3.0 · Photo: TheotherguydiditHólmavatnLake · 8.1 km
DeildartunguhverHot spring · 11 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Nojhan
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
- Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
© OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License.