Klifbrekkufossar is a series of beautiful waterfalls, located in the steep hills of the mountain pass to Mjóifjörður. Klifbrekkufossar is known for its stunning and picturesque cascades, where each tier has crawled its way through the rockface, forming a spectacular symphony of waterfalls and small pools on its way down to the bottom of the fjord through series of terrace and drops. The surrounding cliffs are graphic, with big boulders and beautiful rock formations. The lush green vegetaions give a fantastic contrast colouring the rocks and the banks with neon green, yellow and other earth tones.
Klifbrekkufossar
East, Iceland
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Climate
The weather in the East of Iceland is characterized by its cool and maritime climate. Winters are cold with temperatures often dropping below freezing, and snowfall is common. Summers are relatively mild. Fog is occasionally present along the coast. In the region, the combination of its rugged fjords and extensive coastal line can create harsh and unpredictable winds. The fjords act as natural wind channels, amplifying the force of the prevailing North Atlantic winds that sweep across the region. These winds can be particularly biting in the winter months, making the already cold temperatures feel even more frigid. The coastal areas are susceptible to strong gusts, especially during storms.
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Lighting
The longest day in Iceland is multiple days from May through July when the sun doesn't set. The daylight hours in Iceland on the shortest days of the year are 4-5 hours per day (December to January).
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The road is a narrow one-lane mountain road, winding down from a moor to the bottom of the fjord. It is not serviced during the winter months. From the parking lot, there is a 220-metre-long hike through a muddy and wet trail.
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Basecamp and facilities
The parking lot for the waterfalls is very small, only suitable for offloading. 3 kilometers closer to the fjord is a farmhouse with a big open field that could be used for base camp. There are no facilities at this location and phone coverage is excellent.
Risk factors
The rocks around the waterfalls are very unstable and steep. The path towards the waterfalls is muddy, slippery, wet and steep in some places.
Visitors
This location is popular with tourists and visitors tend to stop for a picture. Closing this location should not be a problem with the right permit.
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