EAST ICELAND
Klifbrekkufossar
Magnificent staircase-like series of waterfalls cascading down the mountainside at the head of Mjóifjörður.
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About Klifbrekkufossar
Klifbrekkufossar is one of the defining sights of Mjóifjörður. Numerous waterfalls tumble down successive basalt ledges beside the mountain road, creating a spectacular series of white cascades across the green slopes.
Our practical tips
✓The waterfalls appear beside the road as you descend into Mjóifjörður.
✓Do not stop in the carriageway simply to take photographs.
✓Several viewpoints reveal different parts of the waterfall series.
Getting there and visiting
Access
Visible beside the seasonal road descending from Mjóafjarðarheiði into Mjóifjörður.