Westfjords Region, Iceland
Dynjandi (Fjallfoss)

Westfjords’s seven-tiered waterfall is an experience for all the senses.

The people of Iceland have named their waterfalls really aptly. There’s Dettifoss, which means “Falling Down Falls” (you won’t think it’s funny if you read more about it). Then there’s Godafoss (“God Falls”) which got its name from the statues of Norse gods thrown down its gushing waters. Similarly, Dynjandi, which is located in the Westfjords, means “thunderous”. This beast comes rushing and swooshing in an insane volume before plunging down seven tiers, each with its own name, producing sound akin to thunderstorms. Would you believe it if we told you that the first tier alone is 100 metres tall? That’s how special this waterfall is. To walk up here from the parking lot is quite an uphill task but once you reach the end, you will not regret it. There is an old farmhouse nearby which is no longer inhabited that you can also visit. All in all, Dynjandi is one hell of a waterfall that has to be in your list to visit!


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Tips Before You Go
Dynjandi was gazetted as a natural monument in 1980. As a result, wandering around the area as you wish is prohibited. We advise you to stay on the designated walkway at all times. The best part about this waterfall is that very few people actually come here, as the path leading to the waterfall deters many from visiting. That means you will be able to get an intimate experience with nature without anyone disturbing.
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Dynjandi Walking Trail, Iceland