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Systrafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location and Tours

Staff Writer — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 19:35:04 +0000

One of the most lovely waterfalls in Iceland is known as the Systrafoss Waterfall. The Systrafoss Waterfall in Iceland is unique in its kind as it falls as two equal waterfalls. It seems like two pure white majestic white waterfalls that fall like rivers down the slope of the mountain. Systrafoss is found in Kirkjubæjarklaustur, […]

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Onno-Óltifoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 17:43:34 +0000

The Onno-Óltifoss waterfall in Iceland is very close to Fardagafoss. In fact, it is a partially hidden waterfall that you can see on your way to the larger Fardagafoss. There is a viewing point for this smaller waterfall partway through the hike. This hidden gem among the waterfalls in Iceland is located at the coordinates […]

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Ófærufoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 17:18:45 +0000

Ófærufoss waterfall is a beautiful, multi-drop waterfall in the South Region of Iceland. Its GPS coordinates are 63°57′55.8″N 18°37′07.5″W. The Ófærufoss Waterfall in Iceland is 40 meters (130 feet) tall with two primary drops. The watercourse it runs on is called Norðari-Ófærá in Icelandic. This waterfall’s name translates to ‘the impassable waterfall.’ It is one […]

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Morsárfoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:49:11 +0000

Morsárfoss is a stunning waterfall that ‌you can only take in completely from afar. The Morsárfoss Waterfall in Iceland is Iceland’s tallest waterfall, with a drop of 228 meters (748 feet). There are several waterfalls in the area on the glacier. That is why some people argue ‌it is more accurate to call it Morsárfossar, […]

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Álafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 16:00:20 +0000

Álafoss waterfall is interesting because of its cultural pertinence to Iceland. Álafoss Waterfall in Iceland isn’t one of the large or noteworthy waterfalls in Iceland on its own. However, it was essential for the development of the wool factory that has become integral in the wool creation and export from Iceland. Álafoss Waterfall in Iceland […]

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Gjáin Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 19:39:30 +0000

Gjáin is the name of a geographic location that includes a scenic valley with an extensive collection of small waterfalls. The valley is full of scenic views, ponds, and lava rocks. It is hidden at the edge of Þjórsárdalur valley close to the Highlands but still technically in southern Iceland. The name of the Gjáin […]

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Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 19:20:43 +0000

The Faxi waterfall is also called Vatnsleysufoss and Fossin Faxi in Icelandic. It is described as a smaller version of the well-known Gullfoss waterfall. The Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall in Iceland waterfall is ‌at GPS coordinates 64.22547 and -20.33725. The waterfall flows with the river Tungufljot, mostly fed by the Langjokull glacier far upstream. Faxi is […]

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Foss á Síðu Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours Final

Staff Writer — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 11:42:22 +0000

Foss á Síðu translates to Waterfall at Síðu. It is heavily associated with the farm that lies in the valley below and is also a convenient distance from the Ring Road in Iceland. The Foss á Síðu Waterfall in Iceland itself is beautiful, but it is also renowned for the countryside surrounding it. The waterfall […]

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Gljúfrafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 11:36:04 +0000

Gljúfrafoss is one of Iceland’s hidden waterfalls. The Gljúfrafoss Waterfall in Iceland falls into a cave over a cracked cliff as it plummets towards the ground. You can only see it ‌fall at the top of the cliff before it disappears down the hill. It isn’t until you hike to the top that you can […]

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Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Thu, 07 Jul 2022 16:26:36 +0000

The Faxi waterfall is also called Vatnsleysufoss and Fossin Faxi in Icelandic. It is described as a smaller version of the well-known Gullfoss waterfall. The waterfall is ‌at GPS coordinates 64.22547 and -20.33725. The waterfall flows with the river Tungufljot, mostly fed by the Langjokull glacier far upstream. Faxi is a broad, short waterfall. It […]

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Litlanesfoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 20:26:29 +0000

Litlanesfoss waterfall is not a very large waterfall. However, it is still recognized as one of the stand-out falls in the country because of the incredible geological formations that flank it and form its cliff. The waterfall and even the river bed are entirely formed by basalt columns, making it look like a scene from […]

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Gjáin Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 04 Jul 2022 19:10:19 +0000

Gjáin Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours Gjáin is the name of a geographic location that includes a scenic valley with an extensive collection of small waterfalls. The valley is full of scenic views, ponds, and lava rocks. It is hidden at the edge of Þjórsárdalur valley close to the Highlands but still […]

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Fardagafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 04 Jul 2022 19:01:26 +0000

The Fardagafoss waterfall in Iceland is very close to Egilsstadir as you take the route towards Seyðisfjörður. The mountain of Fjarðarheiði helps give it most of its form as it winds its way down the mountain’s heath. The parking lot to be able to hike up from the waterfall is only 6 km away from […]

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Svartifoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 16:44:07 +0000

Svartifoss is one of the top waterfalls in Iceland to visit. Some people refer to the Svartifoss Waterfall in Iceland as the “Black Falls” due to the columns of black basalt that contrasts perfectly with the white waterfall. These columns slightly resemble the pipes of a gigantic organ. This makes the Svartifoss Waterfall in Iceland […]

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Skógafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location and Tours

Staff Writer — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 14:46:16 +0000

In the South of Iceland, you will find a cliff that marks the former coastline of Iceland. From this cliff, one of the biggest waterfalls named Skógafoss Waterfall in Iceland makes a spectacular scenery of tumbling water. The cliffs remained after the coastline had receded. This creates a perfectly clear border for many kilometers that […]

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Gufufoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 30 May 2022 18:17:04 +0000

“Gufu” or Gufufoss Waterfall in Iceland, is among the biggest waterfalls in the eastern region of the country. It lies along the road as you drive from Seyðisfjörður to Egilsstadir and is close to several other waterfalls in this region of Iceland. You can see Gufofoss from the road you drive on, although you can […]

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Þjófafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 30 May 2022 18:17:02 +0000

Þjófafoss is one of many waterfalls on the river Þjórsá. It lies just to the east of the Merkurhraun lava field at the GPS coordinates N64° 3′ 25.267″ W19° 52′ 1.856″. The Þjófafoss waterfall in Iceland lies in the southern region of Iceland. It translates to ‘thieves’ waterfall.’ It is a vast river that foams […]

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Fagrifoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Thu, 19 May 2022 16:09:35 +0000

Fargrifoss is located in Southeast Iceland, close to the Lakagigar region. It lies at 63.86871, -18.24646. The Fagrifoss Waterfall in Iceland is in some of the more remote interior portions of the highlands in the country. The name in Icelandic translates to ‘Beautiful Waterfall’ because of the geology of the cliffs. Basalt columns also highlight […]

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Urriðafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Thu, 19 May 2022 15:56:37 +0000

Urriðafoss waterfall is another one of the falls located on the Þjórsá river. The Urriðafoss Waterfall in Iceland might not feature the significant drops and falls associated with some of the awe-inspiring waterfalls of Iceland. However, it still sets quite a scene for those traveling along the river’s edge. It is a vast waterfall with […]

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Barnafossar Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Thu, 19 May 2022 13:03:28 +0000

Barnafossar is a unique waterfall in the Western Region of Iceland. It can also be known as Barnafoss, the singular version of the name. However, it isn’t always agreed upon because the Barnafossar Waterfall in Iceland is very narrow. The water flows over a series of rapids that could all be one waterfall with multiple […]

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Gullfoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Thu, 19 May 2022 13:03:25 +0000

Gullfoss Waterfall is one of the most famous and popular waterfalls in Iceland. It is 32 meters (104 feet) tall with two major drops. However, it isn’t an impressive height that sets the Gullfoss Waterfall in Iceland apart. Instead, it is very wide, covering an area of 175 meters (575 feet) in the stunning blue […]

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Dynjandi Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 16 May 2022 12:35:09 +0000

Dynjandi is a waterfall located in the Westfjords of Iceland. This area is one of the most remote parts of Iceland and is difficult to gain access due to barring during certain months of the year. The name of the Dynjandi Waterfall in Iceland translates to ‘Thunderous’ in English because of its sheer size and volume. […]

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Glymur Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 16 May 2022 12:34:47 +0000

Glymur waterfall is one of the more popular waterfalls in Iceland for tourists that enjoy hiking. It held the position as the tallest waterfall in Iceland until 2007, when the melting of glaciers made another waterfall visible that turned out to be taller than Glymur. The Glymur Waterfall in Iceland is 198 meters (650 feet) […]

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Gluggafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Mon, 16 May 2022 12:34:39 +0000

Gluggafoss is one of the waterfalls in Iceland. One of their names in English is Window Falls because of its unique geology. The Gluggafoss Waterfall in Iceland is approximately 44-meters tall. The river is only a small river but is still powerful. What makes Gluggafoss unique is its geology. Instead of going straight over a […]

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Háifoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Sat, 14 May 2022 11:54:39 +0000

Háifoss is a waterfall located very close to the volcano called Hekla in southern Iceland. It is 400 feet (122 meters) tall with a single significant drop off the cliff into the canyon below. In English, the Háifoss Waterfall in Iceland, is also called “Tall Falls.” It is fed by the Fossá River, a spring […]

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Aldeyjarfoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:01:00 +0000

Aldeyjarfoss is one of the most unusual waterfalls in Iceland. It sits in the north of the country, in the Bárðardalur Valley. Aldeyjarfoss is surrounded by an extra terrestrial-like landscape that features basaltic rocks and a lava field called Frambruni or Suðurárhraun. Being 20 meters (66 feet) tall, Aldeyjarfoss is a single-drop waterfall. Aldeyjarfoss is […]

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Goðafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:00:59 +0000

Goðafoss Waterfall (Waterfall of the Gods) is among the most popular waterfalls in Iceland and is popularly termed as “mini Niagara.” Goðafoss is a single-drop type of waterfall that is 12 meters (39 feet) tall and 30 meters (98.4 feet) wide. Situated only 45 minutes away from Iceland’s second-largest locality, Akureyri, Goðafoss is a must-see […]

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Dettifoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location and Tours

Staff Writer — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:00:42 +0000

There are many waterfalls in Iceland and Dettifoss is one of the best-known. With a water output of over 200 cubic meters, Detifoss is the most powerful waterfall in Iceland and the second most powerful in Europe. The height of the Dettifoss Waterfall is 44 meters (144 feet), and its width is 100 meters (328 […]

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Gljúfursárfoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location and Tours

Staff Writer — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:00:42 +0000

Gljúfursárfoss Waterfall in Iceland is a single-drop waterfall in the northeast of the country. Interestingly, Gljúfursárfoss is one of the few waterfalls in Iceland and the World that end up directly into Oceans. Gljúfursárfoss is 45 meters (147.6 feet) high and offers a picturesque view. By the waterfall, there is a man-built platform for tourists […]

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Selfoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location and Tours

Staff Writer — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:00:41 +0000

Selfoss Waterfall in Iceland is located in the north. Despite its relatively small height, Selfoss is among the most breathtaking waterfalls in Iceland. Namely, Selfoss is only 11 meters (36 feet) tall but to compensate, it is a whopping 100 meters (328 feet) wide. The Selfoss Waterfall is often confused with the Selfoss town located […]

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Hafragilsfoss Waterfall in Iceland: Height, Flow, Location, and Tours

Staff Writer — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:00:16 +0000

Hafragilsfoss Waterfall in Iceland sits in the northern parts of the country. It is the third of the four waterfalls in Iceland on the glacial Jökulsá á Fjöllum River. The mighty waterfall makes a thundering sound and produces mist on its flow that is 27 meters (88.5 feet) long and 91 meters (298.5 feet) wide. […]

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