Skaftafell, Vatnajökull National Park

Name: Skaftafell
Address: Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland

#15 among attractions in Vatnajökull National Park

Natural attraction, Protected area

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Facts and practical information

Skaftafell is a preservation area in Öræfi, southeast Iceland. It was once a major farm, later being named a national park. Originally known as Skaftafell National Park, it was subsequently joined together with other nearby regions to form the larger Vatnajökull National Park. ()

Alternative names: Area: 656.37 mi²Coordinates: 64°1'0"N, 17°0'0"W

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Vatnajökull National Park Iceland

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Day trips

Skaftafell – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Svartifoss, Sel.

0.9 miNE
Slender falls on a geometric rock face
Svartifoss, Vatnajökull National Park
23 min walk • Svartifoss is a waterfall in Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park in Iceland, and is one of the most popular sights in the park. It is surrounded by dark lava columns, which gave rise to its name. The base of this waterfall is noteworthy for its sharp rocks.
0.5 miNE
64°1'24"N • 16°59'28"W
Sel, Vatnajökull National Park
14 min walk • Museum

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Which popular attractions are close to Skaftafell?

Nearby attractions include Sel, Vatnajökull National Park (14 min walk), Svartifoss, Vatnajökull National Park (23 min walk).