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A viewpoint in the Highlands. Stop here for panoramic views of the Icelandic landscape.
This is the spot for photos. Or for just standing there, taking it in.
Bring binoculars if you have them. You'll see more detail in the distant landscapes.
Map of Gullfoss
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64.3276°N, 20.1215°W · Highlands
Plan your visit
Getting there- Road 35 (Kj Gullf-Hagav.v.)
Off the main road- 0.3 km from Route 35
Nearest town- Bláskógabyggð — 14.6 km away
Distance from Reykjavík- 90 km in a straight line
What else is close- 171 mapped places within 20 km
Tours that include Gullfoss
Golden Circle and Laugarás Lagoon Lerki Admissionfrom 23.039 ISK · 9 h 30 min
Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon Full Day Tour from Reykjavik by Minibusfrom 18.990 ISK · 9 h
Golden Circle & Kerið from Reykjavík in minibusfrom 16.800 ISK · 7 h 30 min
From Reykjavik Port: Small Group Golden Circle Tourfrom 24.900 ISK · 8 h
Golden Circle & Cavingfrom 25.990 ISK · 10 h
Golden Circle, Fridheimar & Sky Lagoon Small-Group Saman Pass Tourfrom 28.590 ISK · 11 h
Golden Circle Afternoon Tourfrom 10.990 ISK · 8 h 30 min
Golden Circle with Kerid Crater Minibus tourfrom 14.890 ISK · 8 h
Golden Circle & Lava Tunnel - Combo Dealfrom 25.999 ISK · 9 h 30 min
Blue 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 min
Spirit of the Aurora (28 person max vehicle)from 14.990 ISK · 5 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and regionGullfoss weather and conditions
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In season now · Winter in IcelandBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 minAll 1,648 tours
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Nearby
km column = your drive
- 1Unnamed viewpoint< 1 km
- 2
Gullfoss Viewing Platform< 1 km - 3Faxafoss/Vatnsleysufoss15 km
- 4
Háifoss25 km - 5Shield volcano60 km
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Tours
(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafossfrom 25.300 ISK · 6 hours 30 minutes
(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyrifrom 25.900 ISK · 6 hours 
A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!from 159.000 ISK · 8 hours
Frequently
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How do I get to Gullfoss?
Gullfoss is in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — some overlooks sit on gravel or highland F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.
Is there parking at Gullfoss?
Many Icelandic viewpoints are roadside pull-offs with a small marked parking area. Never stop on the road itself or on the soft verge — it blocks traffic and damages the moss, which is illegal. Use the marked lay-by.
Is Gullfoss safe to visit?
Treat it with care. Icelandic viewpoints are often unfenced clifftops or exposed ridges, and weather changes fast — wind can knock you off balance near an edge. Keep back from drop-offs, bring layers even on a clear day, and check the forecast before you go.
When is the best time to visit Gullfoss?
Long summer days give the most daylight and the clearest access. In winter, roads may be icy or closed and daylight is short — but the same spots double as aurora-watching points on clear, dark nights. Check road and weather conditions first.
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Wikimedia CommonsHero & gallery photography · Diego Delso · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0
VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community
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