From Hof, enter Vatnajökull National Park for a rewarding hike to the basalt-columned Svartifoss waterfall, before journeying west to majestic Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon.
Skaftafell Visitor Centre
The starting point for your adventures in Skaftafell. Gather maps and information before heading out on the trails of this stunning section of Vatnajökull National Park.
Svartifoss
Hike to the 'Black Fall,' famous for its surrounding dark basalt columns that inspired Reykjavík's Hallgrímskirkja church. The moderate 3.4-mile trail takes about 1.5-2 hours.
Kirkjubæjarklaustur
A small village perfect for a lunch break and refueling. Visit the unique 'church floor' (Kirkjugólf), a natural pavement of basalt columns.
Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon
Hike along the rim of this magnificent, serpentine canyon. The easy trail offers breathtaking viewpoints into the deep, moss-covered chasm carved by glacial meltwater.
Black Crust Pizzeria
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