Waterfall · The Highlands
Ófærufoss
waterfall in Iceland
Quick facts
- Ófærufoss is 240 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h 53 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.6 km away.
- The nearest town to Ófærufoss is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
- Ófærufoss is a waterfall in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| Nearest town | Kirkjubæjarklaustur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 240 km by road, about 5 h 53 min |
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 63.9642° N, 18.6174° 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.
The nearest road is about 1.6 km away.
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 Ófærufoss?
Ófærufoss is a waterfall in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Ófærufoss?
Ófærufoss is at 63.9642° N, 18.6174° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The nearest other sight on our map is Eldgjá, a volcano about 484 m away in a straight line.
How far is Ófærufoss from Reykjavík?
Ófærufoss is 240 km from Reykjavík by road, about 5 h 53 min by car. The nearest road is about 1.6 km away.
How do I get to Ófærufoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Ófærufoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Does it cost anything to visit Ófærufoss?
We have not verified a fee for Ófærufoss. 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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