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Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall, Skalholt

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#8 of 39 in Parks in West Region
Waterfall · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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Bring your camera gear for a shot of vast grassy Icelandic planes and Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall. The waterfall is just 7 m (23 ft) high, but it makes up for its height with a width of 80 m (262 ft). Take note of the man-made stairs on the side of the waterfall, which help salmon swim upstream. Nearby you'll find park benches and a camping site. With our international travel planner, Skalholt attractions like Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall can be center stage of your vacation plans, and you can find out about other attractions like it, unlike it, near it, and miles away.
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Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall reviews

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  • Very nice place, randomly found from Sellfoss, only 15 minutes drive, nobody there, carpark cheap enough. 
    Very nice place, randomly found from Sellfoss, only 15 minutes drive, nobody there, carpark cheap enough.  more »
  • The Faxi waterfall is on the Golden Circle circuit but for some reason it is not always included in Golden Circle itineraries, having been before we decided to see the waterfall again. Something we... 
    The Faxi waterfall is on the Golden Circle circuit but for some reason it is not always included in Golden Circle itineraries, having been before we decided to see the waterfall again. Something we...  more »
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  • I'd recommend adding this waterfall to your trip to the golden circle. It's very impressive because of it's width. You have to pay 700 isk entrance fee but I didn't mind because so many other places are free to visit. The fish stairs are a nice touch. The restrooms are closed.
  • The cascade is worth a look but the price for parking (kr700 per car) is a bit steep for a very short visit. The cafe is closed in winter so you probably won't stay more than 15 minutes.

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