Gljúfursárfoss við Vopnafjörð
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Gljúfursárfoss is a waterfall in the Gljúfursá river on the southern side of Vopnafjörður. The waterfall drops into a colourful gorge and a marked trail leads through the area.

Gljúfursárfoss er einn af fossum Íslands. Hér finnur þú upplýsingar um fossinn, staðsetningu og aðgengi.

Waterfalls of Iceland

Height45 m
RiverGljúfursá River

Safety

The waterfall is located just below the parking area. There are steep cliffs in the area, so extra caution is required near exposed edges.

About Gljúfursárfoss

Gljúfursárfoss is a waterfall in the Gljúfursá river on the southern side of Vopnafjörður. The waterfall drops into a colourful gorge and a marked trail leads through the area.

Access

Road accessibleYes
ParkingYes
Walking distance100 m
Walking time5 min
DifficultyEasy

Views and experience

Lower viewpoint

Geology

Gljúfursárfoss drops approximately 45 metres into a colourful gorge in the Gljúfursá river on the southern side of Vopnafjörður.

Last verified 22. September 2026 View source
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