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Fagrifoss

Highlands, Iceland

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Fagrifoss

Highlands, Iceland

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Fagrifoss is a waterfall on the Kaldakvísl river in the Icelandic Highlands.

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Fagrifoss is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.3015°N, 19.0250°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Fagrifoss weather and conditions

At Fagrifoss in Highlands, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 17:30 (Iceland time): 10°C (feels like 7°C), mostly clear, wind 2 m/s gusting to 6 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 49 m (sunrise 05:52, sunset 20:41). 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 Fagrifoss

Free cancellation

Small groups

Sightseeing

(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsNorth Iceland

(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

Duration6 hours

HighlightsNorth Iceland

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

Photos & videos

Laki craters + Fagrifoss waterfall | Iceland Highlands — Fagrifoss — video poster — Laki craters + Fagrifoss waterfall | Iceland HighlandsIceland with a View

Fagrifoss — Fagrifoss — video poster — Fagrifosswhereisgibson

Islande : cascade Fagrifoss. — Fagrifoss — video poster — Islande : cascade Fagrifoss.iamat66

Fagrifoss Waterfall Walk | Iceland | Natural Sound — Fagrifoss — video poster — Fagrifoss Waterfall Walk | Iceland | Natural SoundIceland Roads & Trails

Fagrifoss "the Beautiful Waterfall" - Amazing waterfall in Iceland - 4K Drone Video — Fagrifoss — video poster — Fagrifoss "the Beautiful Waterfall" - Amazing waterfall in Iceland - 4K Drone VideoThe Photo Hikes

Fagrifoss waterfall in 60 seconds — Fagrifoss — video poster — Fagrifoss waterfall in 60 secondsMadelon Dielen

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How do I get to Fagrifoss?

Fagrifoss is located in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.

Is Fagrifoss 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 Fagrifoss?

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

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Sigöldufoss

16 km·~19 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Brennisteinsalda

34 km·~41 min drive

Natural hot spring

#2.Landmannalaugar Hot River

35 km·~42 min drive

Highland hot river where streams mix - find your perfect temperature spot. Surrounded by…

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Rangárþing ytra

35 km·~42 min drive

Natural hot spring

#4.Baðlaug Kerlingarfjöll Hot Spring

39 km·~47 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Landmannahellir

29 km·~35 min drive

The camp site at Landmannahellir is in a beautiful spot with good facilities.

#2.Landmannalaugar

35 km·~42 min drive

The colorful highland hot spring campsite. Rainbow rhyolite mountains, natural hot pools,…

#3.Áfangagil

35 km·~42 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Facilities…

#4.Höskuldsskáli

42 km·~50 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Wild…

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð

65 km·~79 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Gvendarkjör

74 km·~89 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Krambúðin

83 km·~100 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin

85 km·~102 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar

17 km·~21 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Geysir

62 km·~74 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Flúðir

65 km·~79 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Árnes

66 km·~79 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

#1.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →

#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

6 hours

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

from 25.900 ISKView tour →

#3.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 →

3 tours near Highlands

Data & sources

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

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