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Hengifoss

Waterfall Austurland, Iceland

About Hengifoss

Hengifoss is a striking and tall waterfall in East Iceland, renowned for the thin layers of red clay sandwiched between the black basalt columns of its cliff face. Plunging 128 meters into a dramatic gorge, it's the second-highest waterfall in Iceland and requires a scenic hike to reach, offering rewarding views of the surrounding landscape

Location & details

Category
Waterfall
Region
Austurland, Iceland, Iceland
Coordinates
65.09513, -14.88922
Parking
plenty_parking · paid

Features & amenities

  • Open all year round
  • Free entry

Nearby hidden gems

  • Nykurhylsfoss (Sveinsstekksfoss)· Waterfall
  • Viking Village· Attraction

Looking for more? Explore all waterfalls in Austurland.

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