Waterfall · South Iceland
Þórðarfoss
watterfall in Iceland
Quick facts
- Þórðarfoss is 125 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 57 min by car.
- The nearest town to Þórðarfoss is Hvolsvöllur.
- Þórðarfoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Hvolsvöllur |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 125 km by road, about 1 h 57 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 63.7217° N, 19.8971° 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 Þórðarfoss?
Þórðarfoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.
Where is Þórðarfoss?
Þórðarfoss is at 63.7217° N, 19.8971° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur. The nearest other sight on our map is Merkjárfoss, a waterfall about 244 m away in a straight line.
How far is Þórðarfoss from Reykjavík?
Þórðarfoss is 125 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 57 min by car.
How do I get to Þórðarfoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Þórðarfoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Hvolsvöllur.
Does it cost anything to visit Þórðarfoss?
We have not verified a fee for Þórðarfoss. 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 Þórðarfoss?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool, about 113 minutes' drive from Þórðarfoss. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door.
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 113 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.
- Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 3.0)
- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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