It's within the Golden Circle area in South Iceland, an hour and a half drive from Reykjavik. Bruarfoss is a small but striking waterfall in South Iceland, …
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Jan 10, 2025
One the most stunning views of the whole trip. Highly recommend and can just walk in. Great spots for photos and easy to get to. Our air bnb was within walking distance but I'd recommend adding this …Full review by Lemon_36
Dec 14, 2024
Grateful they built a road here, so the rescue service doesn't need to always be up here. It also makes it accessible for northern lights without having to camp out here. Sunrise, sunset, and norther…Full review by alexander8290
Nov 26, 2024
Absolutely stunning waterfall, must visit around 10 mins from Geyir up a small track, good parking Absolutely made our dayFull review by Sunshine818485
Hi, thinking to do this hike with 3 year old kid. Can anyone suggest which one is the closest parking other than official parking from which it takes only 10 mins to reach the waterfall? Read in many reviews they hiked from private property which is the easiest trail but not able to find in Google maps. Please help. Thanks in advance
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As far as I could tell, there really is no parking option other than the official parking lot. The "closer" route from the mapping program led me to an electronically-controlled gate …
As far as I could tell, there really is no parking option other than the official parking lot. The "closer" route from the mapping program led me to an electronically-controlled gate guarding the private property that (presumably) used to be an option for a shorter hike. The hike from the official parking is pretty flat, and there are other cascades along the waterway before getting to Bruarfoss itself... could be worthwhile even if your 3yo can't make the full hike.
Hello! Is this a doable hike in late November if we hit the trail right when the sun comes up? If not does anyone have another suggestion? Thanks in advance?
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The hike took me about 2 and a half hours in good weather. You should expect to take a bit longer if the trail is muddy. Check the weather report and be prepared. Enjoy.
Hello, I am going to Iceland in 2 weeks. I read lot of article about "how to reach Bruarfoss" but still not sure how to go there from Reykjavik. Regards, Raj
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We used WAZE as our navigator. We typed in Bruarfoss and it took us to the parking lot just after the bridge. From there we followed the directions on the internet. The first half of the …
We used WAZE as our navigator. We typed in Bruarfoss and it took us to the parking lot just after the bridge. From there we followed the directions on the internet. The first half of the trail is easy to navigate. But when you get almost halfway the trail is blocked with a big sign saying no trespassing and private property. From there the trail goes tot he right and up a small hill then cross country until you come out on a road. Make a left on the gravel road and follow it for about 3/4 of a mile. Then follow the small wooden signs that direct you back into the path thru thick brush and next to the creek again. Then up to the waterfall. It is worth the trouble. The falls are incredible because of the color of the water. Takes 45-60 minutes.
Did you take a tour of the golden circle or go by car Is it difficult or easy.
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We rented a car and it was the best decision. All roads are easily navigational. The tours are busses packed full of people. Renting a car makes you able to make random stops …
We rented a car and it was the best decision. All roads are easily navigational. The tours are busses packed full of people. Renting a car makes you able to make random stops along the way. Bruarfoss may not be on a tour as it’s a lesser known waterfall. Put it on your itinerary! The hike is easy and it’s worth it!
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