Brúarfoss

Tourist attraction · South ·

Brúarfoss

Tourist attraction · South ·

Brilliant blue waters, picturesque waterfall, short walk from parking

Information

Hlauptunga, 806 Bláskógabyggð, Iceland Get directions

@travelleisure

28,641 Postcards · 5,542 Cities

15 Most Beautiful Waterfall Hikes in the World

"Known as Iceland's bluest waterfall and fed by glacial waters of the Brúará River, Brúarfoss is a picturesque stop on the Golden Circle that is set apart by its icy blue color and relative seclusion—unlike roadside falls, it's only accessible via a 4.1-mile out-and-back trail from the parking lot, so it tends to be less crowded and especially eye-catching in winter." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/nature-travel/best-waterfall-hikes-in-the-world

Brúarfoss

@davidcho

2,106 Postcards · 233 Cities

big waterfall

Iceland Itinerary Test

Brúarfoss

Andrew H.

Google

Bruarfoss is absolutely breathtaking. The vivid electric-blue water is unlike anything else in Iceland, crystal clear and rushing through dramatic rock formations. The walk to the falls is scenic and peaceful, making the reward at the end even more special. It feels raw, untouched and incredibly photogenic from every angle. A must-see natural wonder that completely lives up to the hype.

Dylan S.

Google

What a beautiful set of glacier water falls streaming down. The Arctic blue of the water contrasting with the white waves makes this picturesque especially with the sun. There is a pay parking lot with a short walk to a bridge. The trail goes beyond but the highlight is at the falls.

Diya S.

Google

My favourite waterfall in iceland. The colour of the water feels unreal. Its extremely beautiful phenomena. Very different from all the waterfalls i have ever seen. There is just a 5 min walk after parking. Great for a quick pit stop

Lane

Google

These falls had the most beautiful blue color of any falls we visited (at least in the winter). Easy walk from the parking lot - the viewing bridge doesn't instill you with total confidence, but I thought the best vantage point was right before it anyway.

Kev Z.

Google

Super blue water makes this a complex and beautiful falls for a quick visit. Easy, paved path down to the bridge and multiple viewpoints to enjoy the falls from. Medium tourist density but no issues at all getting some good photographs.

Colin C.

Google

Bruarfoss, Blue Waterfall, is one of the gems of the Golden Circle. En route to Geysir/Gulfoss, or Pingvellir National Park, it is a can’t miss opportunity. Absolutely beautiful to visit regardless of year, with easy accessibility with the parking. The fee is worth it.

Dawid W.

Google

Brúarfoss is a really beautiful spot — the color of the water is incredible and the whole area feels very scenic. It’s definitely worth walking down the trail near the main waterfall and following the river, because you can also reach three smaller waterfalls along the way, and they’re all great. Parking was fine, and the access road was pretty decent by Iceland standards. Highly recommended.

Kevin H.

Google

This is a very unique waterfalls in a remote part of the golden circle. While it is not as big and grand as a lot of others in Iceland, the picturesque blue color makes it very unique and quite stunning! There is a small gravel parking lot with a pay meter, and then a short hiking trail takes you back to the bridge that crosses the Falls. Definitely recommend stopping here if you are doing the golden Circle tour.