Waterfall · North Iceland
Aldeyjarfoss
waterfall in 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
- Aldeyjarfoss is 357 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 19 min by car.
- Aldeyjarfoss is 20 metres tall.
- The nearest town to Aldeyjarfoss is Mývatn.
- Aldeyjarfoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.
The facts
| Height | 20 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Mývatn |
| From Reykjavík | 357 km by road, about 6 h 19 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.3664° N, 17.3365° 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 Aldeyjarfoss?
Aldeyjarfoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.
Where is Aldeyjarfoss?
Aldeyjarfoss is at 65.3664° N, 17.3365° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Mývatn. The nearest other sight on our map is Ingvararfoss, a waterfall about 72 m away in a straight line.
How far is Aldeyjarfoss from Reykjavík?
Aldeyjarfoss is 357 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 19 min by car.
How do I get to Aldeyjarfoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Aldeyjarfoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Mývatn.
How tall is Aldeyjarfoss?
Aldeyjarfoss is 20 metres tall.
Does it cost anything to visit Aldeyjarfoss?
We have not verified a fee for Aldeyjarfoss. 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 Aldeyjarfoss?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 74 minutes' drive from Aldeyjarfoss. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool (83 min).
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- Forest Lagoon74 min driveISK 4,500 per visit with LifePass
- World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool83 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
IngvararfossWaterfall · 72 mCC BY 2.0 · Photo: Axel Kristinsson from Reykjavík, IcelandUllarfossWaterfall · 3.5 km
SvartárvatnLake · 5.3 kmCC BY 2.0 · Photo: Axel Kristinsson from Reykjavík, IcelandBrunnvatnLake · 13 km
SellandafjallMountain · 15 kmCC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo: Hansueli Krapf This file was uploaded with Commonist.KálfborgarárvatnLake · 15 km
Sources
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