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Fossá

West Iceland, Iceland
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Fossá

West Iceland, Iceland

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Fossá is the name of several rivers in Iceland that are known for their waterfalls. The most well-known is Fossárdalur, which runs from Þingvellir towards the southern side of Hvalfjörður.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
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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 Fossá

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
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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Mígandi
750 m

A waterfall in Iceland.

#2.Folaldafoss
1.2 km·~1 min drive

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

#3.Fosslágarfoss
1.3 km·~2 min drive

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

#4.Sjávarfoss
1.4 km·~2 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Kjósarhreppur
6.6 km·~8 min drive

Natural hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Best with few people.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Hvalfjarðarsveit
11 km·~13 min drive

Natural hot spring. Off the tourist path. Check conditions before going.

#3.Natural hot pot near Mosfellsbær
19 km·~23 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Kjalarnes
22 km·~26 min drive

Geothermal spot. Real Iceland experience. Best with few people.

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Hjalli
6 km·~7 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#2.Bjarteyjarsandur
7.1 km·~8 min drive

Bjarteyjarsandur is a farm in the fjord Hvalfjörður. A small and family friendly camp…

#3.Hlaðir, Hvalfjarðarströnd
11 km·~13 min drive

The community center and camp site Hlaðir is a quiet and peaceful place in the northern…

#4.Hlaðir
11 km·~13 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krónan
23 km·~27 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus
23 km·~27 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó
23 km·~27 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Hagkaup
27 km·~32 min drive

Hagkaup supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Ferstikla
11 km·~13 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Grundartangi
16 km·~19 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Kjalarnes
21 km·~26 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Bjarkarholt
23 km·~27 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

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 West Iceland

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Where is Fossá?
Fossá is a river in West Iceland, Iceland. Check the map on this page for its course and the nearest access points.
Can you fish in Fossá?
Fishing any Icelandic river needs a permit sold per river or beat. Salmon rivers book far ahead and can be expensive; trout and char are more accessible. Never fish without a permit, and disinfect gear brought from abroad.
Is Fossá safe to cross?
If Fossá is crossed by an unbridged highland ford, treat it with real caution: glacial water is cold, fast, deeper than it looks and higher by afternoon. Cross only with the right 4WD and experience, watch another vehicle first, and if in doubt turn back.
When does Fossá run highest?
Glacial rivers peak on warm summer afternoons, after rain and during the spring melt. A ford that is passable in the cool morning can be dangerous by late afternoon. Check road.is before highland driving.

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