Waterfall · East Iceland

Fardagafoss

waterfall in Iceland

Fardagafoss, Iceland
Photo: Bromr · CC BY-SA 4.0

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

  • Fardagafoss is 569 km from Reykjavík by road, about 8 h 46 min by car.
  • The nearest town to Fardagafoss is Egilsstaðir.
  • Fardagafoss is a waterfall in East Iceland.
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The facts

Fardagafoss: The facts
Nearest townEgilsstaðir
From Reykjavík569 km by road, about 8 h 46 min
RegionEast Iceland
Coordinates65.2689° N, 14.3130° 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 Fardagafoss?

Fardagafoss is a waterfall in East Iceland.

Where is Fardagafoss?

Fardagafoss is at 65.2689° N, 14.3130° W, in East Iceland. The nearest town is Egilsstaðir. The nearest other sight on our map is Urriðavatn, a lake about 7.5 km away in a straight line.

How far is Fardagafoss from Reykjavík?

Fardagafoss is 569 km from Reykjavík by road, about 8 h 46 min by car.

How do I get to Fardagafoss?

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

Does it cost anything to visit Fardagafoss?

We have not verified a fee for Fardagafoss. 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 Fardagafoss?

The nearest place to get in warm water is Vök Baths, about 17 minutes' drive from Fardagafoss. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,800 per visit on a LifePass.

Soak here afterwards

  • Vök Baths17 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with LifePass
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Straight-line distance, not driving distance.

Sources

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