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Hvanngiljafoss

Highlands, Iceland

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Hvanngiljafoss

Highlands, Iceland

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Hvanngiljafoss is a waterfall on the Þjórsá river in the Icelandic Highlands.

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Hvanngiljafoss is in the Highlands, Iceland at 64.3920°N, 19.1111°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Hvanngiljafoss weather and conditions

At Hvanngiljafoss in Highlands, conditions as of 31 August 2026, 17:30 (Iceland time): 10°C (feels like 6°C), partly cloudy, wind 3 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 50 m (sunrise 05:52, sunset 20:42). 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 Hvanngiljafoss

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

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How do I get to Hvanngiljafoss?

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

Is Hvanngiljafoss 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 Hvanngiljafoss?

Hvanngiljafoss 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.Hrauneyjafoss

24 km·~28 min drive

A waterfall in South Coast.

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Baðlaug Kerlingarfjöll Hot Spring

28 km·~34 min drive

Geothermal spot

#2.Hveradalir

29 km·~35 min drive

Natural hot spring

#3.Sundlaug

32 km·~39 min drive

Geothermal spot. Naturally heated, no facilities. Best with few people.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Hrunamannahreppur

34 km·~40 min drive

Natural hot spring

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Kerlingarfjöll - Highland Base

34 km·~41 min drive

The camping site at Mountain Kerlingafjoll is in the vally of Asgard, on the north side…

#2.Árbúðir

37 km·~45 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#3.Landmannahellir

38 km·~46 min drive

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

#4.Áfangagil

39 km·~47 min drive

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

4 campsites near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð

65 km·~78 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúðin

81 km·~97 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Gvendarkjör

85 km·~101 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Kjörbúðin

88 km·~106 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar

23 km·~28 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Geysir

58 km·~70 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Flúðir

65 km·~78 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Árnes

67 km·~81 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

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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