Dettifoss
Vodopád Dettifoss
Water
The most powerful waterfall in all of Europe.

📜 Located in Iceland's Vatnajökull National Park, Dettifoss is Europe's most powerful waterfall.
🔍 It falls 44 meters (150 feet) with 193 cubic meters of water per second.

Why Go

🌊 Witness immense power of nature
🌈 See a double rainbow on sunny days
📸 Great photo opportunities
🚶 Enjoy views from both east and west banks

Why Avoid

⚠️ Pathways are frequently slippery
🥶 Massive crashing spray can make getting close difficult
🚧 East side road (864) is gravel, full of potholes, and closed in winter
❄️ West side road (862) from north is not maintained in winter

Tips

☔ Bring rain gear if you want to get close
➡️ Best view is from the east
⚠️ Maintain a safe distance due to frequent accidents

🅿️ Parking

Parking available on both west (road 862) and east (road 864) sides.
West side road 862 is asphalt and usually accessible in winter from road 1.
East side road 864 is gravel, full of potholes, and closed in winter.

Last updated 4 days ago

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