One of Iceland's tallest waterfalls in a mossy gorge.
Glymur plunges nearly two hundred metres into a deep, fern draped canyon at the head of Hvalfjordur, reached on a rewarding hike with a river crossing.
The trail through caves, woods and a log bridge is one of the most loved day walks within easy reach of the capital.
West Iceland begins about an hour north of Reykjavik along the ring road, an easy self drive that opens up Borgarfjordur and the bays beyond.
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A slender, towering cascade into a mossy gorge.
A varied trail through a cave, woodland and a log bridge.
Wide fjord scenery on the drive in.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Glymur is in West Iceland, Iceland. It is at the head of Hvalfjordur in West Iceland.
Glymur is known for being among Iceland's highest waterfalls, a scenic hiking trail with a river crossing, and a deep, green canyon at the end of Hvalfjordur.
The best time to visit is june to September, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend half a day here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.