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Str\u00fatsfoss (N64\u00b054.194-W15\u00b002.314) \/\/ 2 hrs.<\/p>\n

Str\u00fatsfoss is one of Egilssta\u00f0ir\u2019s Pearls, which refers to 30 stunning hiking trails in the region surrounding Egilssta\u00f0ir. It is one of the highest waterfalls in Iceland and is separated in two. The upper part is approx. 100 meters high and the lower approx.. 20 meters high. The canyon is extremely colorful with basalt lava and thick red and brown sediments.
Start this beautiful hike from Sturlufl\u00f6t which is the innermost farm in Su\u00f0urdalur, east of Keldu\u00e1 river. Walk along the banks of Fells\u00e1 river on the east side of Villingadalur valley. The waterfall is hidden quite far in the valley and can\u2019t be seen until one has hiked quite far into it. Str\u00fatsgil creek leads visitors straight to this stunning waterfall which is on the list of nature reserves. Be aware that to get close to the waterfall one needs to cross the river several times and that needs to be done with caution. A short distance from Str\u00fatsfoss the river forms a series of waterfalls which are also very beautiful.<\/p>\n

One can also cross the river via a bridge on Str\u00fats\u00e1 river. You can not get to the waterfall except by going into the creek and crossing the river a few times which can be treacherous. Str\u00fatsfoss waterfall is on the list of nature reserves. The cylinder with visitors’ log and a stamp is to be found up by Str\u00fatsgil creek.<\/p>\n

A fairly easy walk of two hours.<\/p>\n

\u00a0See brochure with map here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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