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Fossvogsdalur

Green space19 facilitiesFamily-friendlyDogs welcomeFree parkingReykjavík Area

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Fossvogsdalur is a green space in Kópavogur, in Iceland's Reykjavík capital region. It has toilets, waste bins and drinking water. Family-friendly and free to visit.

On the ground you will find toilets, waste bins, drinking water, walking paths and cycling path. It is child-friendly, dog-friendly and step-free/wheelchair-accessible. 5 marked walking and running routes run through it.

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64.1160°N, 21.8685°W · Reykjavík Area

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Getting there
Road 49 (Hringv.-Hafnarfjv)
Off the main road
1.3 km from Route 49
Nearest town
Kópavogsbær — 1.6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
5 km in a straight line
What else is close
1,091 mapped places within 20 km

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The mysterious Snæfellsnes National Park | Small Group Day Tourfrom 18.900 ISK · 11 hAudioguide for Self-Drive Tours (English & German)from 3.750 ISKHop On - Hop Off - City Sightseeing 48 hoursfrom 7.500 ISK · 2 daysSouth Coast & Northern Lights Tourfrom 21.990 ISK · 14 hThe Golden Circle & Kerid Volcanic Crater | Small Group Day Tourfrom 14.900 ISK · 8 hGolden Circle & Reykjavík Christmas Walkfrom 29.999 ISK · 9 hHop On - Hop Off - City Sightseeing 24 hoursfrom 6.500 ISK · 1 daysIcelandic Wild Ale Tasting & Masterclassfrom 7.900 ISK · 45 minThe Golden Circle, (optional) Blue Lagoon & Kerið Volcanic Crater | Small Group Day Tourfrom 17.900 ISK · 11 h
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ToursIn season nowBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 minGolden Circle and Laugarás Lagoon Lerki Admissionfrom 23.039 ISK · 9 h 30 minSpirit of the Aurora (28 person max vehicle)from 14.990 ISK · 5 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Fossvogsdalur weather and conditions

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7°Covercast · feels 3°C5 m/sgusts 99 h 51 mdaylight · 08:17 – 18:08
In season now · Winter in IcelandBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 min
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Cars & campers

−12%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 −12%
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 −12%
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 −12%

Photos & videos

Fossvogsdalur — photo by Út um alltPhoto: Út um allt / Visit Reykjavík

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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Kópavogsdalur1 km
  2. 2Elliðaárdalur2 km
  3. 3Rútstún2 km
  4. 4Seljatjörn2 km
  5. 5Laugardalur3 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Búrfoss1 km
  2. 2Ullarfoss2 km
  3. 3Sjávarfoss2 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Natural hot pot near Háaleiti og Bústaðir1 km
  2. 2Natural hot pot near Breiðholt3 km
  3. 3Geothermal hot spring near Kópavogsbær3 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Stórihjalli< 1 km · 303.9 kr/L
  2. 2Skemmuvegur< 1 km · 279.7 kr/L
  3. 3Sprengisandur1 km · 279.8 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Nettó< 1 km
  2. 2Mini Market1 km
  3. 3Bónus1 km
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Tours

  1. A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!from 159.000 ISK · 8 hours
  2. A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengersfrom 195.000 ISK · 8 hours
  3. Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs - Reykjavík and Hellafrom 26.900 ISK · 13 hours
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How do I get to Fossvogsdalur?
Fossvogsdalur is in Kópavogur, part of the Reykjavík capital area — a short drive or bus ride from central Reykjavík. Tap Directions for the exact route.
Is Fossvogsdalur free to visit?
Yes — Fossvogsdalur is a public park, free and open year-round. Parking is free too.
What can you do at Fossvogsdalur?
Fossvogsdalur has toilets, waste bins, drinking water and walking paths. 5 marked walking and running routes pass through it.

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