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    Glymur Waterfall

    Hard

    West / Hvalfjörður

    A thrilling loop to Iceland's second-highest waterfall

    6.5 km
    3.5 hrs
    310m gain
    Loop
    June – September

    About the Trail

    Glymur was long considered Iceland's highest waterfall until 2011. The hike to reach it is as spectacular as the falls themselves. The trail takes you through the 'Þvörttuboli' cave and requires a fun river crossing on a log (available in summer). As you ascend the canyon's eastern side, you'll get multiple viewpoints of the water plunging into the moss-covered depths.

    Getting There

    Drive from Reykjavik via Route 1 North, then turn onto Route 47 (Hvalfjörður). Follow signs for Glymur. Large parking lot at the end of the road.

    Highlights

    • ✦198m waterfall views
    • ✦Cave passage (Þvörttuboli)
    • ✦Log river crossing
    • ✦Canyon viewpoints
    • ✦Loop trail variety

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