Only 2% of visitors to Iceland reach the remote Westfjords, of those few who make the labored journey on the desolate mountain roads mustn’t miss the epic seven-tiered Dynjandi Waterfall.
It is the biggest waterfall in the region and one of the most spectacular in the entire country. Dynjandi translates to thundering noise and as you get up close and personal with the falls you’ll understand its nomenclature. The roundtrip hike is just shy of one mile from the parking lot gaining 300 feet of elevation, easy enough for those in shape to accomplish in fifteen minutes and manageably moderate for most anyone taking their time. And you’ll want to take your time. One of the great things about this waterfall is that six smaller falls each with its own name lead to lucky number seven, so you can stop and admire them along the way. Bæjarfoss translates to Farm Falls, an exciting triple waterfall to get things started.
Remnants from a farm dating back to the Middle Ages are scattered not far from the trail, for those who have extra time to look about. Hundafoss means Dog Falls and these waters were rushing with excitement.
Framed with luscious moss, the third waterfall is Hrísvaðsfoss.
Next up, Göngumannafoss is called Traveler’s Falls and its just what you might envision on your hiking trip to the Iceland.
Next is Strompgljúfrafoss and then you reach the top of Hæstahjallafoss before the last push up to the namesake cascade – the anticipation building.
You will know you’ve arrived even if your eyes are watching the ground for your footing, by hearing the thunderous roar of Dynjandi.
Tumbling down the edge of a basalt cliff, the elegant bridal veil is almost 100 feet wide. The cumulative height of the seven the waterfalls is 330 feet. Views from this height out into Dynjandisvogur bay are equally as stunning.
Early in the morning we actually had this treasure all to ourselves, but as we were heading out the tour buses came rolling in. Come early to revel in this incredible scenery in tranquility. Free parking and restrooms available.