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Westfjords, Iceland
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Fossfjörður

Westfjords, Iceland

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Driving conditions
Road conditions
Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Prices
Cost to visit
Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
No booking
Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Fossfjörður

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
View tour →

Photos & videos

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Reviews

Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Foss
2.6 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Foss
#2.Svuntufoss
15 km·~17 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Svuntufoss
#3.Pennugil
17 km·~20 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#4.Hundafoss
20 km·~24 min drive

A waterfall in Westfjords. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Hundafoss
4 waterfalls near Westfjords

Hot Springs

#1.Reykjafjarðarlaug
3.3 km·~4 min drive

Hot spring in Westfjords. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Vesturbyggð
3.4 km·~4 min drive

Geothermal spot. Off the tourist path. Best with few people.

#3.Krosslaug
13 km·~16 min drive

Hot spring in West Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#4.Pollurinn
17 km·~21 min drive

Four pools in Tálknafjörður at different temps (36-46°C). Pick your preference. Basic…

4 hot springs near Westfjords

Campsites

#1.Bíldudalur Camping Ground
7.1 km·~9 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

#2.Bíldudalur við Byltu
7.1 km·~9 min drive

The camping site at Bildudalur is located next to the towns sporting fields. The site has…

#3.Bíldudalur við Skrímslasetrið
7.3 km·~9 min drive

The campsite by the Sea Monster Museum is located in the heart of Bíldudalur, just a…

#4.Tjaldsvæðið á Tálknafirði
14 km·~17 min drive

Westfjords campsite. Remote location rewards those who make the journey. Dramatic…

4 campsites near Westfjords

Supermarkets

#1.Albina
20 km·~24 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Fjölval
21 km·~26 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
51 km·~61 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.SAM
51 km·~61 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Westfjords

Gas stations

#1.Bíldudalur
7.3 km·~9 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Tálknafjörður
13 km·~16 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Flókalundur
18 km·~22 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Patreksfjörður
20 km·~24 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Westfjords

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near Westfjords

Frequently
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Where is Fossfjörður?
Fossfjörður is a fjord in Westfjords, Iceland. Check the map on this page for its exact position and the driving route in.
How do I get to Fossfjörður?
Fossfjörður is in Westfjords. Fjord roads follow the shoreline, so the drive around is longer than the straight-line distance. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — some Westfjords roads are gravel and mountain passes can close.
When is the best time to visit Fossfjörður?
June to September gives the most reliable road access. Outside summer, check road.is / Vegagerðin conditions the day you drive — passes and gravel sections can close on short notice.
Are there services near Fossfjörður?
Services in Iceland's fjords are spread out. Fuel up when you pass a station and carry supplies — the next fuel or food stop can be an hour or more away, especially in the Westfjords.

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