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Jökulsárgljúfur canyon

A two-day walking route through Jökulsárgljúfur canyon, between Dettifoss and Ásbyrgi. The variety in the landscape is utterly unique and contrasts capture your eyes with each step, awe-inspiring canyons, quiet ponds, pure streams, the incredible force of the glacial river, the mighty forest and the barren fields of rock.

Parking facilities and road no. leading to the walking route.
Paved parking lot by Dettifoss, unpaved parking lot in Ásbyrgi. Road no. 85 / 862

Toilets, garbage disposal and drinking water facilities
Toilet facilities are available along the way, but no garbage disposal. Drinking water is available in Ásbyrgi.

Notes on the walking route
One small river must be crossed.

Please do not walk outside of marked paths and show consideration for flora and fauna