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Goðafoss
About
Goðafoss is a 12-meter waterfall on the Skjálfandafljót river in North Iceland.
The Waterfall of the Gods. Wide, horseshoe-shaped falls dropping 12 meters. According to legend, when Iceland converted to Christianity in 1000 AD, a chieftain threw his Norse god statues into these falls.
Less vertical power, more graceful beauty. The water spreads wide and falls in a perfect arc — incredibly photogenic from any angle. Easy access right off the Ring Road makes it a popular stop.
In 1000 AD, Iceland had to choose between Christianity and Norse paganism. Lawspeaker Þorgeir Ljósvetningagoði made the call: Christianity. Then he rode here and threw his pagan idols into the falls. Democracy and drama.
Two sides to view from — east is more popular, west is quieter. Winter visits are special when ice forms around the falls. Good cafe on the east side. Combine with Akureyri and Mývatn on a north Iceland trip.
Goðafoss weather and conditions
At Goðafoss in North Iceland, conditions as of 28 July 2026, 11:03 (Iceland time): 10°C, overcast, wind 1 m/s. Daylight today: 19 h 10 m (sunrise 03:42, sunset 22:52). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.
Data verified 28 July 2026, 11:03 · source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly
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Campsites
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F-Roads
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Road to an abandoned fjord
Supermarkets
Hagkaup supermarket — supplies
Krónan supermarket — supplies
Krambúð supermarket — supplies
Nettó supermarket — supplies
Gas stations
N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol
N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol
N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol
Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol
Tours
Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!
Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.
The freedom of covering all kinds of terrain on a snowmobile is something everyone should experience.
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PexelsHero & gallery photography · David Hitchcock / Pexels
WikipediaEncyclopedic description · CC BY-SA 4.0
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
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