Gjain is a small, sheltered valley in the Thjorsardalur area on the edge of the southern highlands. It holds small waterfalls, clear ponds, lava formations, and green vegetation. A footpath leads down into the valley from a parking area.
A green valley in the highlands
Gjain is a small valley within Thjorsardalur. The valley is small and enclosed, and its greenery stands out against the barren highland around it. It lies near the reconstructed turf farmhouse Thjodveldisbaer and the medieval farm ruins at Stong.
Waterfalls, ponds, and lava
The waterfall in the valley is called Gjarfoss. Gjain was used as a filming location for the television series Game of Thrones.
Visiting Gjain and highland tours
Gjain is reached on a gravel highland road that is a summer route, and conditions can be checked on road.is. A Háifoss and Gjáin tour combines the valley with another sight in Þjórsárdalur. You can compare highland tours to see the current options.
Check access conditions
Before travelling for Gjain Valley in Thjorsardalur, consult Iceland road conditions for the latest status on the roads you will use.
