Waterfall · North Iceland

Selfoss

waterfall on the river Jökulsá á Fjöllum in the north of Iceland

Selfoss, Iceland
Photo: Andreas Tille · CC BY-SA 4.0

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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

  • Selfoss is 515 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 35 min by car.
  • Selfoss is 44 metres tall.
  • The nearest town to Selfoss is Mývatn.
  • Selfoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.
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The facts

Selfoss: The facts
Height44 m
Nearest townMývatn
From Reykjavík515 km by road, about 7 h 35 min
RegionNorth Iceland
Coordinates65.8049° N, 16.3864° W

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps ↗Apple Maps ↗

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 Selfoss?

Selfoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.

Where is Selfoss?

Selfoss is at 65.8049° N, 16.3864° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Mývatn. The nearest other sight on our map is Selfoss trail, a hike about 1.6 km away in a straight line.

How far is Selfoss from Reykjavík?

Selfoss is 515 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 35 min by car.

How do I get to Selfoss?

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

How tall is Selfoss?

Selfoss is 44 metres tall.

Is there a trail to Selfoss?

Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Selfoss trail (1.4 km one way, about 45 min there and back).

Does it cost anything to visit Selfoss?

We have not verified a fee for Selfoss. 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 Selfoss?

The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 111 minutes' drive from Selfoss. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass.

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Sources

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