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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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Hvítserkur is in West Iceland at 64.4581°N, 21.1786°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Hvítserkur weather and conditions

At Hvítserkur in West Iceland, conditions as of 1 September 2026, 03:15 (Iceland time): 2°C (feels like -2°C), clear, wind 4 m/s. Daylight today: 14 h 44 m (sunrise 06:03, sunset 20:47). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 1 September 2026, 03:15· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−12%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 −12%
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 −12%
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
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Tours near Hvítserkur

Free cancellationSmall groups
Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain
Hiking

Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

Duration6 hours 30 minutes
HighlightsWest Iceland
TypeHiking
From
18.101 ISK
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From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour
Iceland tour

From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

Duration8 hours
HighlightsWest Iceland
From
269.900 ISK
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Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal
Iceland tour

Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

Duration5 hours
HighlightsWest Iceland
From
25.340 ISK
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Photos & videos

Hvítserkur — photo by Katrīne SkrebelePhoto: Katrīne Skrebele / Pexels
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

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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.

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Torfdalsfoss2 km
  2. 2Eiríksfoss2 km
  3. 3Skuggafoss2 km
  4. 4Skúlafoss2 km
  5. 5Þrífossar3 km

Waterfalls

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

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

Public_bath hot spring

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

F-Roads

#1.F508 Skorradalsvegur
20 km·~23 min drive

Power line road with hidden waterfalls

1 f-roads 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.Day Trek to Akrafjall: The Troll's Mountain
6 hours 30 minutes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 18.101 ISKView tour →
#2.From Grundarfjörður Port: Private Snaefellsness Tour
8 hours

Step away from busy destinations like the Golden Circle and the South Coast with the tour.

from 269.900 ISKView tour →
#3.Grundarfjordur Port: Small Group Snaefellsnes Peninsula from Cruise Terminal
5 hours

Join a small group shore excursion from Grundarfjordur Port and explore the landscapes of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula often call

from 25.340 ISKView tour →
3 tours near West Iceland

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