The advantage of visiting Dettifoss from the east side is that the viewpoint is closer to the parking lot. Still, visiting Iceland's waterfalls would not be complete without feeling the spray. When you stand on the opposite side of the gorge, you are better protected from the mist. Yes, the disadvantage is that you get soaked to the bone. Therefore, we had a better view of the drop, but that's subjective. Still, we had a feeling we could see it better as the water was falling in our direction here. We are pretty sure the waterfall is stunning from every angle, regardless of the side you choose. Therefore, this option is just much more practical and sensible. Quite honestly, visiting the west side of Dettifoss makes sense for the majority of travelers as it's simply far more accessible. West Sideĭue to the fact that we had a 2WD campervan, we were short on time as we also wanted to explore Namafjall Hverir Geothermal Area and take a whale watching in Husavik, we have opted to visit the waterfall from the west side.Įven the photos of Dettifoss we had seen from both sides couldn't change our minds. Quite frankly, we believe it's not worth it, but more about it in the next section. The truth is you can see Dettifoss from two sides, and if you are a real waterfall lover who cannot decide which side is better, you might want to travel to both of them. Which side of Dettifoss is better to visit to get the best views? East or west side? That is always the question. In this travel guide, we share with you our personal experience of visiting Dettifoss and Selfoss Waterfall. It is only up to you whether you decide to drive the whole circle, but one thing is sure, you cannot miss Dettifoss Waterfall. You may have never heard of Diamond Circle as it is not as popular (yet) as the Golden Circle near Reykjavik, but we believe its time will come soon.Īnd this amazing waterfall is simply the brightest star in this area. Well, it is the truth you must drive off the Ring Road to reach Dettifoss, but the trip is absolutely worth your time.ĭettifoss, together with nearby Selfoss, is located on the so-called Diamond Circle, a scenic drive around some of the top attractions in Northeast Iceland. Still, the incredible amount of water flowing through here every second is for sure a cherry on the top.ĭettifoss is located on Jökulsá á Fjöllum River and is fed by the Vatnajökull Glacier, the largest ice cap in Europe.ĭue to its beauty and power, it is rightfully among the top attractions on Ring Road. Today, we do not have on our Iceland itinerary just some random waterfall without a name, but Dettifoss, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.ĭettifoss in North Iceland is one of the must-visit places in this region, even when you are not a fan of stats or big headlines. Another day in Iceland, another waterfall.
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