Waterfall · North Iceland
Goðafoss
waterfall in Iceland
Quick facts
- Goðafoss is 417 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 10 min by car.
- Goðafoss is 12 metres tall.
- The nearest town to Goðafoss is Akureyri.
- Goðafoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.
The facts
| Height | 12 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Akureyri |
| From Reykjavík | 417 km by road, about 6 h 10 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.6831° N, 17.5504° 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 Goðafoss?
Goðafoss is a waterfall in North Iceland.
Where is Goðafoss?
Goðafoss is at 65.6831° N, 17.5504° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Akureyri. The nearest other sight on our map is Ljósavatn, a lake about 5.8 km away in a straight line.
How far is Goðafoss from Reykjavík?
Goðafoss is 417 km from Reykjavík by road, about 6 h 10 min by car.
How do I get to Goðafoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Goðafoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Akureyri.
How tall is Goðafoss?
Goðafoss is 12 metres tall.
Does it cost anything to visit Goðafoss?
We have not verified a fee for Goðafoss. 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 Goðafoss?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 29 minutes' drive from Goðafoss. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool (36 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
- 29 min driveISK 4,500 per visit with LifePass
- 36 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.
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