Waterfall · South Iceland
Hestavaðsfoss
waterfall in Iceland
Quick facts
- Hestavaðsfoss is 156 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 22 min by car.
- The nearest town to Hestavaðsfoss is Vík.
- Hestavaðsfoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Vík |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 156 km by road, about 2 h 22 min |
| Region | South Iceland |
| Coordinates | 63.5333° N, 19.5077° 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 Hestavaðsfoss?
Hestavaðsfoss is a waterfall in South Iceland.
Where is Hestavaðsfoss?
Hestavaðsfoss is at 63.5333° N, 19.5077° W, in South Iceland. The nearest town is Vík. The nearest other sight on our map is Skógafoss, a waterfall about 227 m away in a straight line.
How far is Hestavaðsfoss from Reykjavík?
Hestavaðsfoss is 156 km from Reykjavík by road, about 2 h 22 min by car.
How do I get to Hestavaðsfoss?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hestavaðsfoss, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Vík.
Is there a trail to Hestavaðsfoss?
Yes. A walking route on our map leads there: Fimmvörðuháls (23 km, about 6 h 45 min).
Does it cost anything to visit Hestavaðsfoss?
We have not verified a fee for Hestavaðsfoss. 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.
- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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