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Dettifoss Viewpoint – Selfoss Waterfall loop from Dettifoss

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Dettifoss Viewpoint – Selfoss Waterfall loop from Dettifoss

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4.7

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917

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Dettifoss Viewpoint – Selfoss Waterfall loop from Dettifoss

00:49

3.12km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 2, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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47 m

Dettifoss West Parking Lot

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Ample parking and a toilet block

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It looks better than it is. Practical, but disgusting in the summer. Unfortunately, it's too small for the crowds that gather there. If you're in a hurry, it's probably welcome. Otherwise, it's best to steer clear. In the truest sense of the word. 😷

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109 m

Jökulsárgljúfur National Park

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Filming location of the blockbuster “Prometheus”.. Never ever been so wet… Rain horizontally…

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1.14 km

Dettifoss Viewpoint

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The mist of water vapor rising above a desert of ash and rocks announces the presence of Dettifoss, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country. It is the mightiest in Europe, 100m long and 45m high with a flow rate of 200 to 600 m3/s.

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1.19 km

Dettifoss Waterfall

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It is powerful and beautiful in the same time.

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2.20 km

Selfoss Waterfall

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Selfoss is a beautiful waterfall, located in the Jökulsá á Fjöllum river, upstream from the powerful Dettifoss. This waterfall is approximately 13 meters high and 100 meters wide. Selfoss is characterized by its many basalt columns and is surrounded by breathtaking scenery. The waters of Selfoss flow over a wide front, making it an impressive sight for visitors. From the parking lot at Dettifoss it is about a kilometer walk to Selfoss. The trail is well marked and offers beautiful views of both waterfalls.

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3.12 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.27 km

622 m

180 m

Surfaces

1.45 km

1.18 km

429 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 24 June

12°C

5°C

86 %

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Dettifoss Viewpoint – Selfoss Waterfall loop from Dettifoss

Dettifoss West Parking Lot

Compost Toilets

Jökulsárgljúfur National Park

Dettifoss Viewpoint

Dettifoss Waterfall

Selfoss Waterfall

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