Aldeyjarfoss
A waterfall on the upper Skjálfandafljót, framed by black columnar basalt. The stark black-and-white contrast makes it a secret spot for photographers.
Aldeyjarfoss lies about 40 km upstream of Goðafoss, on the edge of the Sprengisandur highlands. The waterfall drops about 20 m, and its water has carved a circular gorge framed by columnar basalt, with stone columns as neat as organ pipes. From Goðafoss, take gravel Route 842 south for about 40 km. The last stretch is rough, so a 4WD or high-clearance vehicle is safer. From the parking area it is about a 10-minute walk. Admission is free. The waterfall is only accessible in summer, so check road conditions before setting out.
Opening hours
Open all day (when summer roads are open)
Nearby sights
- Skútustaðagígar Pseudocraters
- Goðafoss
- Lake Mývatn
- Höfði
- Vogafjós Farm Resort
- Dimmuborgir
- Hverfjall
- Grjótagjá