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Gudi
September 22, 2026
Hiking
The Kolugljúfur Canyon in the north of Iceland is a hidden gem along the Ring Road. This canyon is home to several beautiful waterfalls,
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Gudi
September 22, 2026
Hiking
Kolugljufur waterfall is easily accessible slightly off the Ring Road and there are free parking spaces. It is worth seeing and can be admired from both sides 😍. It is also nice to walk a bit further along the canyon 😉
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Karsten
June 16, 2025
Hiking
According to legend, the gorge was dug out by the troll woman Kola, but it is more likely that it was created by the river Viðidalsa, which has carved its way through the lava rock over the millennia.
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