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Ófærufoss

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A viewpoint in South Coast. Stop here for panoramic views of the Icelandic landscape.

The kind of view that makes you stop mid-sentence. Iceland specializes in these.

Wind is stronger at elevation. What feels like a breeze at sea level becomes a gale up here. Dress for it.

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Map of Ófærufoss

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63.9642°N, 18.6171°W · South Coast

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Off the main road
32.7 km from Route 1
Nearest town
Kirkjubæjarklaustur — 34.8 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
163 km in a straight line
What else is close
122 mapped places within 20 km

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ToursIn season nowSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 ISK · 4 hEarly Bird Ice Cavefrom 25.000 ISK · 3 h 30 minLaugarás Lagoon Birki - Premium Lagoonfrom 9.900 ISK · 2 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Ófærufoss weather and conditions

Last updated

3°Cdrizzle · feels -5°C12 m/sgusts 1510 h 05 mdaylight · 07:58 – 18:03
In season now · Winter in IcelandSolheimajokull Ice Climbing & Glacier Hikefrom 31.381 ISK · 4 h
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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

Ófærufoss — photo by Borvan53 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0Photo: Borvan53 · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

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Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Unnamed viewpoint< 1 km
  2. 2Gígvatn4 km
  3. 3Laki22 km
  4. 4Frostastaðavatn22 km
  5. 5Lakigígar22 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Silfurfoss6 km
  2. 2Axlafoss19 km
  3. 3Fagrifoss21 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Strútslaug19 km
  2. 2Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra21 km
  3. 3Landmannalaugar Hot River22 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Kirkjubæjarklaustur34 km · 310.9 kr/L
  2. 2Hrauneyjar42 km · 315.8 kr/L
  3. 3Vík í Mýrdal64 km · 308.2 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Gvendarkjör34 km
  2. 2Krónan64 km
  3. 3Krambúð85 km
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Tours

  1. Adrenaline Combo: Off-Road Buggy & Mega Zipline Experiencefrom 29.300 ISK · 3 hours
  2. Buggy Adventure in Þórsmörkfrom 89.990 ISK · 5 hours
  3. Bus transfer from Landmannalaugar to Hella / Reykjavikfrom 12.220 ISK · 4 hours
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Frequently
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questions

How do I get to Ófærufoss?
Ófærufoss is in South Coast. 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 Ófærufoss?
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 Ófærufoss 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 Ófærufoss?
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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All viewpoints199 viewpoints in South Coast, mapped with photos, distances and live conditions
Iceland nowfrom 19 Sep 06:10
8°C · overcastWind 2 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 2.67Daylight 07:02 – 19:39Webcams