About
Iconic cone-shaped mountain, a photographer's dream with its nearby waterfall.
Why go
- One of Iceland's most recognizable mountains
- Feels like it belongs to another planet
- A place that doesn't feel real
Must try
- Photograph Kirkjufell mountain
- Get the famous picture with falls in foreground
- Capture the iconic view
- See the mountain and waterfall
- See the iconic Kirkjufellsfoss
Pro tips
- Park closer to town and take the long path
- Explore overnight between 11pm and 1am
- Bring a tripod and go during sundown/sunrise
- Easy 5-10 min walk from parking to viewpoints
- Climb after rain, rocks can be slippery
Good to know
- Pay the parking fee to upkeep trails
- Climb is not for everyone, steep and exposed
- Locals close it in bad seasons due to ice
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Rating
4.6 / 5 (1217 reviews)