Waterfall · The Highlands
Gljúfrasmiður
waterfall of Iceland
Quick facts
- Gljúfrasmiður is 417 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 49 min by car.
- Gljúfrasmiður is a waterfall in the Icelandic Highlands.
The facts
| From Reykjavík | 417 km by road, about 6 h 49 min |
|---|---|
| Region | The Highlands |
| Coordinates | 65.1617° N, 16.2035° 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 Gljúfrasmiður?
Gljúfrasmiður is a waterfall in the Icelandic Highlands.
Where is Gljúfrasmiður?
Gljúfrasmiður is at 65.1617° N, 16.2035° W, in the Icelandic Highlands. The nearest other sight on our map is Herðubreið, a volcano about 7.3 km away in a straight line.
How far is Gljúfrasmiður from Reykjavík?
Gljúfrasmiður is 417 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 49 min by car.
How do I get to Gljúfrasmiður?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Gljúfrasmiður, not to a search for its name.
Does it cost anything to visit Gljúfrasmiður?
We have not verified a fee for Gljúfrasmiður. 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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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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