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Goðafoss
📍 Goðafoss, N of Mývatn, North Iceland
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Quick Facts
- Location
- Iceland
- Category
- National Park & Nature
- Duration
- About 40 min
- Opening Hours
- Open all day (reference)
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Free · Free (reference)
- Address
- Goðafoss, N of Mývatn, North Iceland
- Coordinates
- 65.6825, -17.5500
Introduction
Goðafoss, the 'Waterfall of the Gods', is about 30 metres wide and 12 metres high — one of Iceland's most beautiful falls. Legend says that around the year 1000, the lawspeaker Þorgeir threw his pagan idols into the cascade when Iceland adopted Christianity, giving it the name. Its elegant horseshoe shape, abundant flow and frequent rainbows make it an essential stop on the route through the north and Mývatn.
✨ Highlights
01
God legend
The God legend at Goðafoss is especially worth a look.
02
Horseshoe shape
At Goðafoss, Horseshoe shape reveals a distinct facet.
03
Heavy flow
To go deeper, Heavy flow is the perfect entry point.
04
Mývatn route
Mývatn route adds a different flavour to Goðafoss.
🛈 Practical Info
→Duration：About 40 min.
→Tip：Rainbows when clear.
→Note：Slippery beyond rails.
→Opening Hours：Open all day (reference)
→Transportation：W of Mývatn
Ticket Information
| Adult | Free |
|---|
Free (reference)
💡 Tips
• Allow About 40 min for the visit and try to avoid peak hours.
• Opening all day (reference); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
• Getting there: W of Mývatn; pair with nearby sights.
• Check Goðafoss's latest news and special exhibits before going.
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Goðafoss?
Open all day (reference)
How much is the admission for Goðafoss?
Adult: Free; Free (reference)
Any practical tips for visiting Goðafoss?
Allow About 40 min for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening all day (reference); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
How long should I spend at Goðafoss?
A typical visit takes About 40 min.
