Seljalandsfoss

A unique waterfall in the river Seljalandsá, about 30 km west from Skógar. It is 60 meters high with a foot path behind it at the bottom of the cliff, but with a thin cascade. It is the only known waterfall of its kind, where it is possible to walk behind it.

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Route 249 (Route 1) 861 Hvolsvollur Iceland

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Ben Mackey

Seljalandsfoss is pretty spectacular, but walk a few hundred meters North to Gljúfrabúi and see an amazing waterfall behind a canyon. You can even walk inside!

Maggie MacG

You can hike under this waterfall for an amazing view but wear your hiking boots--paths are slippery, wet, flat black rock surfaces.

Marie

Incredibly beautiful natural wonder. You can walk behind the powerful waterfall , just be sure to have a good rain jacket (with a hood!) and waterproof boots ! Don’t miss it.

Majed Alashari

My favorite waterfall in Iceland . You can walk behind it & enjoy the view . It is very busy on the day & difficult to find a parking slot so park you car on the information area in main road

Emily H

Go in the afternoon/evening to (hopefully) catch the sun on the waterfall to give some nice rainbows. Walk the path behind the waterfall from the right (going left would be steeper) with rain gear on

Paul Brown

The site is beautiful the only tip I Have to say is bring a Coat as you will get a spray from the waterfall plus be careful if going from right to left as rocks are steap and can lose your footing

Lisa Starbucks

Beautiful waterfall where you can walk behind the waterfall . The climb is not easy so be aware of slippy stones and you will definitely get soaked.

Ville Vihermaa

Maybe the coolest waterfall in Iceland . You can go behind it and take pictures which make your friends jealous back home.

Jiří Kocián

Take a walk alongside the rock. There is second wf. You can go inside the rock and onto the wf too. Iam recommending. go over the parking square ahead the road , there is other free parking place.

Marius Watz

Another beautiful waterfall , with the bonus feature that you can walk behind the falling water. Or skip that and make the walk to Gljúfrabúi for an even more in your face waterfall experience.

Humaid Binyelaiyel

One of the top three must visit waterfalls in Iceland , astonishing especially the fact that you can go under it

Tansu

One of the most famous waterfalls of Iceland. It is very picturesque and therefore its photo can be found in many books and calendars. It was a waypoint during the first leg of The Amazing Race 6.

Daphne Goon

Can get wet especially if you walk behind the waterfall . Amazing. Water feels refreshing and cold! Be careful as it may be slippery.

Rowan Wernham

Heavily touristed but worth a stop to walk in behind this massive waterfall .. Wet gear recommended, or turn up the heater to dry off when u get back in the car :) you will catch a lot of spray!

Christoph

Yes that is the famous waterfall which you can walk from behind. Must see! Directly at the ring road

Maayan Sheinfeld

Loved that waterfall . A unique opportunity to walk behind the waterfall and get some nice angles. Bring waterproof clothes for that.

Bjarke K

Wow, spectacular! ❤️ You can even walk behind the waterfall for a full 360° experience!

jon accarrino

If you plan on hiking to the top, then you might want to upgrade your footwear and trim down some layers before leaving your car. It gets pretty steep.

Sai Prashanth S

Don't miss out falls about 200m to the left of this (behind a small cafe ). You have to climb up a ladder at the top but the view down the gorge into the base of the falls is unparalleled.

Nikola Plejic

Bring a spare set of clothes and don't miss out on a unique opportunity to see a waterfall from "the inside".

George M.

Amazing waterfall . If weather allows it and it's not too icy, don't forget to walk behind the waterfall . Raincoat recommended along with waterproof gear !

C.Y. Lee

There is a string of several waterfalls here on a walking path . Make sure you get to the last one that looks like its in someone's yard. Its the best. Gljufrabui FTW.

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Seljalandsfoss is one of the most famous waterfalls of Iceland. It is very picturesque and therefore its photo can be found in many books and calendars.

Darshy N

Wear wet great and hike to the back of the waterfalls . ???? Remember change aperture to a larger number, small ISO and slow shutter speed for amazing photos!

Chrissy Tobin

This stop is a must - you can walk behind this gigantic waterfall ! It's amazing!

Josh B

Beware....there will be a lot of tour buses and people. Also the trail to walk behind the falls closes in winter but people still can jump the barrier at their own risk.

Nadine Brady

One of the best known waterfalls in Iceland . The waterfall is one of the most popular waterfalls and natural wonders

BestTraveller

One of the amazing natural wonder. Free to visit. Parking area.

jon accarrino

It's worth hiking to the top. Great photo opp.

Don No

Wow! It's fucking awesome! #Viking don't be rude here or else a troll will take you underground ????????????

Alyson

Definitely take the path behind the waterfall – exhilarating! Expect to get wet. Start from the right – a little easier climb. And be careful: The whole path can get pretty slippery.

Cleobulus .

Go inside the cave of the last waterfall ! Totally worth the experience!!

J W

Spectacular. Walk the trail back to the west and of course go behind this famous foss.

Ryan Bishop

Stunning views and little gift shop for coffee and small pastries !

Patrick Hayes

Make sure to stop here. You can walk behind the waterfall . The view is excellent

M C

Make sure to stop by to take amazing pictures and to relax with the sound of the water. It is soul healing

Andrew Talaga

Take waterproofs & gloves- you will get wet behind the falls. Great views !

David Ladera

Climb around and follow the path to the end there is another nice waterfall that you can get in.

Justin

Absolutely breathtaking. You'll get frozen and soaked walking around the back of it but DO IT ANYWAY!

Fakrul Jamil

Manage to catch beautiful sunset from this waterfall ! Beware of the splatter tho!

Aaron Winarski

Easy to get to. Go to the right, to get behind the falls, its not as slippery

Ali Al-Hamidah

Magnificent waterfall top 5 of all Iceland waterfalls

Torzin S

Bring waterproof coat if want to go behind the waterfall

Xinnie

Such a beautiful waterfall . We got to see rainbow too ????

Dan Castellano

Can walk behind the waterfall when the weather cooperates

Chris Marsh

Head here later in the day for better sunlight on the waterfall .

Christian K.

Bring a water resistant camera and go behind the waterfall

Karl Baker

Go early and don’t forget to pay for parking .

Honza R.

You MUST go behind the waterfall ! But better don't forget the umbrella! ☔????

Zach Stockwell

Absolutely walk into the cave and behind the Waterfall !

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