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Hvítserkur

West Iceland, Iceland
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Hvítserkur

West Iceland, Iceland

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Hvítserkur is a waterfall on the Fitjaá river in West Iceland.

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Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
No booking
Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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WestReykjavíkSouth CoastNorthEastWestfjordsReykjanesHighlands
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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 Hvítserkur

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

Hvítserkur — photo by Katrīne SkrebeleKatrīne Skrebele
HVITSERKUR CLIFFS & ROCKS ICELAND ROAD TRIP 37/50Tops Miah
Hvítserkur waterfall in West-IcelandRegína Hrönn Ragnarsdóttir
Iceland Coast | Aerial Drone Travel Experience | Hvítserkur, Reynisdrangar, Vik Aerial AdventureODYSSEY VISUAL MEDIA
Hvítserkur, a majestic dark monolith in IcelandBrut America
Hvítserkur - Eastfjords of IcelandRajan Parrikar
Hvítserkur Rock in Iceland.Naturefun

Reviews

Nearby

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#4.Skúlafoss
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4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Krosslaug
5.3 km·~6 min drive

Krosslaug is a small 42°C natural hot spring in West Iceland, used mostly by locals…

#2.Natural hot pot near Borgarbyggð
11 km·~13 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Kjósarhreppur
21 km·~25 min drive

Natural hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Best with few people.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Hvalfjarðarsveit
21 km·~26 min drive

Natural hot spring. Off the tourist path. Check conditions before going.

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Bjarteyjarsandur
17 km·~21 min drive

Bjarteyjarsandur is a farm in the fjord Hvalfjörður. A small and family friendly camp…

#2.Þórisstaðir
18 km·~22 min drive

The Thorisstadir camping site is a large and family friendly site. You have a good area…

#3.Hvannabrekka
20 km·~24 min drive

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

#4.Nyrðri-Leirar
20 km·~24 min drive

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

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúðin
34 km·~41 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus
36 km·~43 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Ljómalind
36 km·~44 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Hyrnan
36 km·~44 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Ferstikla
21 km·~25 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Reykholt
23 km·~28 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Húsafell
31 km·~37 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Grundartangi
31 km·~37 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

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 West Iceland

Frequently
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How do I get to Hvítserkur?
Hvítserkur is located in West Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.
Is Hvítserkur 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 Hvítserkur?
Hvítserkur is accessible year-round. Summer offers the best light; winter can be dramatic but check road conditions first.

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