must-visit in ReykjavíkNational Park & Nature
Gullfoss
📍 Gullfoss, Golden Circle, South Iceland
Introduction
Gullfoss, the Golden Falls, lies in Iceland's Golden Circle, where the Hvítá river plunges in two tiers into a deep canyon — a drop of about 32 metres in all. Sunlight often paints double rainbows in its spray and the roaring water glows gold. Nearly dammed for a power plant in the early 20th century, it was saved by conservation efforts and is now a near-national symbol of wild Icelandic nature.
✨ Highlights
01
Two-tier fall
Gullfoss, the Golden Falls, lies in Iceland's Golden Circle.
02
Golden spray
Sunlight often paints double rainbows in its spray and the roaring water glows gold.
03
Saved river
Nearly dammed for a power plant in the early 20th century.
04
Golden core
Golden core adds a different flavour to Gullfoss.
🛈 Practical Info
→Admission：Free (reference).
→Hours：All day (reference).
→Duration：About 1 hour.
→Getting there：Golden Circle.
→Tip：Goldier post-noon.
→Note：Viewpoint slippery.
💡 Tips
• Allow About 1 hour for the visit and try to avoid peak hours.
• Opening all day (reference); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
• Getting there: In Golden Circle; pair with nearby sights.
• Check Gullfoss's latest news and special exhibits before going.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Gullfoss?
Allow About 1 hour for the visit and try to avoid peak hours. Opening all day (reference); do verify the latest schedule before you set out.
