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Álafoss

Reykjavík Area, Iceland
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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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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 Álafoss

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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Photos & videos

Álafoss — photo by Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SAWikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA
Solo trip to Iceland. Peaceful Fisherman Village, Alftanes Searching for Alafoss Waterfall.Jen Jen Groover
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4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Mosfellsbær
800 m

Hot pot in nature. Off the tourist path. Check conditions before going.

#2.Natural hot pot near Mosfellsbær
1.9 km·~2 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarholt og Úlfarsárdalur
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Natural pool. Real Iceland experience. Bring your own towel.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Grafarvogur
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Geothermal spot. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Worth seeking out.

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.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 Reykjavík Area

Frequently
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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.

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