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Faxafoss

Tourist attraction · South ·

Faxafoss

Tourist attraction · South ·
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How to Take an Unforgettable Winter Trip to Iceland — Northern Lights, Gorgeous Inns, and Frozen Waterfalls Included

"Near the retreat property I visited the ice-blue, frozen expanse of Faxi Falls and followed that with a simple lunch at a nearby tomato greenhouse—thick soup with chunks of bread—that underscored how elemental and comforting the food can be after cold outdoor exploration." - Marcia DeSanctis Marcia DeSanctis Marcia DeSanctis is the New York Times best-selling author of “100 Places in France Every Woman Should Go,” and the 2022 memoir-in-essays, “A Hard Place to Leave: Stories from a Restless Life.” She has reported from India, Rwanda, Brazil, and elsewhere for Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

https://www.travelandleisure.com/how-to-take-an-incredible-winter-trip-to-iceland-7105305

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Scenic cascade with picnic spot, accessible hike, and cafe

golden circle
paid parking
wheelchair accessible parking lot
cascading waterfall
blue water
salmon ladder
free toilets
Google Rating
4.5 (2.2K)
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Information

Scenic cascade with picnic spot, accessible hike, and cafe

golden circle
paid parking
wheelchair accessible parking lot
cascading waterfall
blue water
salmon ladder
free toilets
Google Rating
4.5 (2.2K)
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35, 806, Iceland Get directions

Credit card accepted
Debit card accepted
Contactless accepted
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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