"The power of water" Top 5 Page for this destination Selfoss by bzh

Selfoss Travel Guide: 16 reviews and 103 photos

A couple of hours away from Reykjavik is Selfoss, with its amazing waterfall. It is neither the widest nor the tallest in the world but it is still an impressive sight in this land of natural wonders.

2 falls in one

Between the two falls

This waterfall is in fact a double one. The water first reaches a short first fall, follows the plateau on the side, goes through a second taller waterfall before being directed sideways into a gorge.

Litres and litres of water

Closer to the action

By walking between the two falls, it is possible to get quite close to the action to fully realise the power of this natural phenomenon.

Intro Written Mar 8, 2003
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Take a step back Favorites (5)

Take a step back and enjoy the full view of the waterfall and its amazing display. more travel advice

Pervasive mist Favorites (5)

The bottom part of the fall produces quite a lot of water mist, that produces amazing light reflections. However, the... more travel advice

Top section of the fall Favorites (5)

The top section of the waterfall is interesting in itself as the water doesn't fall straight but bounces off rocks to... more travel advice

Very close Favorites (5)

Very close to the water is impressive, even frightening but is really worth it. more travel advice

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yumyum Jul 12, 2009 at 6:12 AM

Great waterfall! Have visited it last week :)
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mabu Jul 10, 2003 at 3:33 PM

great pics! hope to see the waterfall live soon...
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kaloz Mar 10, 2003 at 10:18 AM

A beautiful page, I love waterfalls, this one is wonderful.