Dettifoss

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Kristen Mackiewicz
"Dettifoss is the most powerful waterfall in Europe (by volume) and definitely a sight to see! Dettifoss flows from the Vatnajökull glacier, and is part of the Jökulsárgljúfur National Park, carving out a large rock canyon. You might recognize this as the opening scene from the movie Prometheus. Vehicle: The waterfall can be approached from both the East and West side, but it takes around an hour to drive to the other side so you’ll have to choose one. The West side (862) is accessible with any vehicle and easier to get to because the road is paved. The East side (864) is gravel and VERY rough road with thousands of potholes. Both sides are easy to find as there signs pointing towards Dettifoss along Ring Road. Pro-tip: DON’T miss Selfoss waterfall, just south of Dettifoss (add an extra 45 minutes). 1 hour 45 minutes to explore due to hike up to waterfall. "
"Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall by volume, is a thunderous cascade plunging 44 meters (144 feet) into the Jökulsá á Fjöllum river canyon. It's located in North Iceland, on the Diamond Circle route, making it a popular stop for visitors traveling around the area. Dettifoss boasts an average water flow of 193 cubic meters per second, making it the most powerful waterfall in Europe by volume. The sheer force of the cascading water creates a constant mist and spray around the falls, making for a dramatic and awe-inspiring sight. he waterfall is located in a remote and rugged area, surrounded by stark black lava rock formations. The Jökulsá á Fjöllum canyon itself is a powerful reminder of the forces that have shaped Iceland's landscape."
"❗️EVA'S TIP: You can access the waterfall from the East or the West. If you go to the Eastern part, you'll be closer to the waterfall, and you won't get wet, but you won't see it fully. Whereas on the Western side, you'll see the 100 meters of width, but you are more likely to get wet and you cannot approach to the waterfall. If you click the link below, you'll see how it looks like from the Eastern side. ❗️The Eastern side is accessible via a gravel road (road 864) which can be a bit bumpy, but vans and cars can drive through carefully. "

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