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Álafoss

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

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WaterfallReykjavík Area

Álafoss

Reykjavík Area, Iceland

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Álafoss is a waterfall on the Varmá river in the Reykjavík area of Iceland.

Álafoss is a waterfall on the river Varmá in Mosfellsbær, Iceland.

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Álafoss is in the Reykjavík Area, Iceland at 64.1667°N, 21.6759°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Álafoss weather and conditions

At Álafoss in Reykjavik, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 17:30 (Iceland time): 13°C (feels like 10°C), partly cloudy, wind 4 m/s gusting to 8 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 48 m (sunrise 06:03, sunset 20:51). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 31 August 2026, 17:30· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

Tours near Álafoss

Free cancellation

Small groups

Lagoons & spa

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

So often our customers ask for something different.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

Duration11 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

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323.999 ISK

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Photo: Bromr · CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Solo trip to Iceland. Peaceful Fisherman Village, Alftanes Searching for Alafoss Waterfall. — Álafoss — video poster — Solo trip to Iceland. Peaceful Fisherman Village, Alftanes Searching for Alafoss Waterfall.Jen Jen Groover

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How do I get to Álafoss?

Álafoss is located in Reykjavík Area. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.

Is Álafoss free to visit?

Most Icelandic waterfalls are free to enter. Parking may cost 700–1000 ISK — use the Parka app or pay on-site.

What is the best time to visit Álafoss?

Álafoss is accessible year-round. Summer offers the best light; winter can be dramatic but check road conditions first.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Mosfellsbær

800 m

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Natural hot pot near Mosfellsbær

1.9 km·~2 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarholt og Úlfarsárdalur

4.8 km·~6 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarvogur

6.2 km·~7 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Mosskógar

3 km·~4 min drive

The Mosskogar camping site is located in a peaceful grove in Mosfellsdalur.

#2.Mosfellsbær

3 km·~4 min drive

The camp site in Mosfellsbær has good facilities for tents, folding campers, trailers and…

#3.Camper Resort Reykjavík

6.9 km·~8 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#4.Tjaldsvæði í Laugardal

9.9 km·~12 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó

800 m

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Krónan

1 km·~1 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus

1.1 km·~1 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Hagkaup

5.7 km·~7 min drive

Hagkaup supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Mosfellsbær

800 m

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Bjarkarholt

950 m

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Langitangi

1.5 km·~2 min drive

Olís · 310.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Barðastaðir

3.8 km·~5 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

Tours

#1.A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

8 hours

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

from 159.000 ISKView tour →

#2.A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengers

8 hours

So often our customers ask for something different.

from 195.000 ISKView tour →

#3.A Premium Private Tour of Ancient Legends and Natural Marvels of Snæfellsnes!

11 hours

Come with us on an journey to the land of Snæfellsnes, an ancient realm steeped in legends and wonder.

from 323.999 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Reykjavík Area

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Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

PhotographyHero & gallery photography · Bromr · CC BY-SA 3.0
WikipediaEncyclopedic description · CC BY-SA 4.0
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