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Seljalandsfoss
Seljalandsfoss
The falls drop clear of an overhanging cliff face left by an ancient coastline, leaving enough space behind the curtain for a footpath to loop completely around it. Waterproof gear is essential — the walk behind means walking directly through the spray.
The falls drop clear of an overhanging cliff face left by an ancient coastline, leaving enough space behind the curtain for a footpath to loop completely around it. Waterproof gear is essential — the walk behind means walking directly through the spray.
Seljalandsfoss drops 60 metres (197 ft) on the Seljalandsá. It is a plunge-type fall, and the nearest base for a visit is Hvolsvöllur, with KEF the closest airport. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy.
Summer keeps the behind-the-falls path open and dry-ish; winter ice can close it entirely.
What you can do here
Hiking
From ten-minute boardwalks to multi-day approaches through cloud forest.
Photography
Light angles, moonbows, spray management and the hours that actually work.
When to go
Summer keeps the behind-the-falls path open and dry-ish; winter ice can close it entirely.
Entry: Paid parking
Getting there
- Base townHvolsvöllur
- AirportKEF
- CountryIceland
- RegionSouthern Iceland, Europe
- AccessEasy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint
On the map
63.6156, -19.9886
Quick answers
How tall is Seljalandsfoss?
Seljalandsfoss drops 60 metres (197 feet). It is a plunge-type waterfall on the Seljalandsá.
When is the best time to visit Seljalandsfoss?
Peak flow is May to September. Summer keeps the behind-the-falls path open and dry-ish; winter ice can close it entirely.
What can you do at Seljalandsfoss?
Beyond the viewpoints: hiking and photography. Access to the main viewpoint is rated easy — a short walk or roadside viewpoint.
How do you get to Seljalandsfoss?
The usual base is Hvolsvöllur, and the closest airport is KEF. A short walk or roadside viewpoint from there. Paid parking.
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