Waterfall · East Iceland

Rjúkandi

Rjúkandi, Iceland
Photo: Jerzy Strzelecki · 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

  • Rjúkandi is 512 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 56 min by car.
  • The nearest town to Rjúkandi is Egilsstaðir.
  • Rjúkandi is a waterfall in East Iceland.
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The facts

Rjúkandi: The facts
Nearest townEgilsstaðir
From Reykjavík512 km by road, about 7 h 56 min
RegionEast Iceland
Coordinates65.3347° N, 15.0821° 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 Rjúkandi?

Rjúkandi is a waterfall in East Iceland.

Where is Rjúkandi?

Rjúkandi is at 65.3347° N, 15.0821° W, in East Iceland. The nearest town is Egilsstaðir. The nearest other sight on our map is Hólmavatn, a lake about 10 km away in a straight line.

How far is Rjúkandi from Reykjavík?

Rjúkandi is 512 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 56 min by car.

How do I get to Rjúkandi?

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

Does it cost anything to visit Rjúkandi?

We have not verified a fee for Rjúkandi. 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 Rjúkandi?

The nearest place to get in warm water is Vök Baths, about 35 minutes' drive from Rjúkandi. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,800 per visit on a LifePass.

Soak here afterwards

  • Vök Baths35 min driveISK 4,800 per visit with LifePass
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Sources

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