Dynjandi is a waterfall in Arnarfjordur in the Westfjords of Iceland.
What you are looking at
The biggest and widest part of Dynjandi is the part that gets the most attention and the photographs. Smaller waterfalls are further down the river. One of the lower falls at Dynjandi is formed in such a way that it is possible to walk behind it and stay relatively dry.
The falls, named, and why they step
The waterfalls at Dynjandi are Fjallfoss at the top, then Hundafoss, Strokkur, Gongumannafoss, Hrisvadsfoss and Sjoarfoss. The steps at Dynjandi were formed by the stratification of the rock into lava layers and looser intermediate layers. The lava layers make the steps, and the river carved out the intermediate layers.
Its protected status
Dynjandi and the other waterfalls in Dynjandisa, together with their surroundings, were protected as a natural monument in 1981. The stated aim of the protection is to protect Dynjandi and the other waterfalls in Dynjandisa together with their surroundings at Dynjandisvogur. The Environment Agency publishes access rules, a service charge and drone rules for Dynjandi.
Getting there, and when the roads shut
Visitors to Dynjandi park in the designated parking lot and walk up to the largest part of the waterfall. Road 60 crosses Dynjandisheidi and runs through the Dyrafjardargong tunnel, and both are serviced in winter. The old Hrafnseyrarheidi pass is no longer part of road 60 and is not ploughed in winter. Weather and road conditions in Iceland differ from what most visitors are used to and can change fast.
Checking road conditions before you set off
Road conditions and closures for Iceland are published by the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration. Use the Road Conditions to help plan your trip.
Comparing Westfjords tours
You can compare Westfjords tours to see the current options.
