Overwhelmed by the scenery at the most majestic waterfall in Iceland
Gullfoss Waterfall, one of Iceland's most famous natural wonders, is not only majestic but also associated with many historical and cultural stories.
Báo Khoa học và Đời sống•04/10/2025
Meaning “Golden Falls”. The name Gullfoss in Icelandic means “Golden Falls”, inspired by the sparkling golden color of the water under the sunlight. Photo: Pinterest. Part of the Hvítá River. Gullfoss waterfall is formed by the Hvítá glacier, which originates from the Langjökull glacier – one of the largest glaciers in Iceland. Photo: Pinterest.
Impressive height. The waterfall has two levels, the first level is about 11 meters high and the second level is 21 meters high, creating a total height of about 32 meters. Photo: Pinterest. Huge volume of water. In the summer, the water flow down the waterfall can reach 1400 m³/s, creating an extremely majestic scene. Photo: Pinterest.
A symbol of nature conservation. In the early 20th century, the falls were almost exploited for hydroelectric power, but were saved thanks to the tenacious struggle of Sigriður Tómasdóttir. Photo: Pinterest. A famous tourist destination. Gullfoss is one of the three main points of the “Golden Circle” – Iceland’s most famous tourist route, along with Thingvellir National Park and Geysir geyser. Photo: Pinterest. The scenery changes with the seasons. In summer, Gullfoss is radiant in the sunlight. In winter, the waterfall is partially frozen, creating a magical, fairy-tale scene. Photo: Pinterest.
As a protected natural heritage. Today, Gullfoss waterfall is strictly protected as part of the national natural heritage, attracting millions of tourists every year. Photo: Pinterest.
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