Svartifoss - Iceland
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N 64° 01.614 W 016° 58.497
28W E 403505 N 7101506
Svartifoss is located in Iceland.
Waymark Code: WMEYZZ
Location: Iceland
Date Posted: 07/25/2012
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Svartifoss (Black Fall) is a waterfall in Skaftafell National Park in Iceland, and is one of the most popular sights in the park.
It is surrounded by dark lava columns, which gave rise to its name.
The base of this waterfall is noteworthy for its sharp rocks. New hexagonal column sections break off faster than the falling water wears down the edges.
These basalt columns have provided inspiration for Icelandic architects, most visibly in the Hallgrímskirkja church in Reykjavík, and also the National Theatre.
It may take 1-2 hours round trip from the Visitor Center to reach the falls.
The wooden bridge that you see is new and crosses the river at a place where you can look at the falls.
Trail Name: Svartifoss
Approximate Length of Bridge: 40
Obstacle: River
Trail Type: Gravel
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Visit Instructions:
Photos are encouraged, but not required.