View from behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall at sunset, with water cascading in front of a colorful Icelandic sky and green hills.

    Sunset view from inside the cave behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where the falling water frames Iceland’s south coast landscape in warm spring light.

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    Seljalandsfoss

    Water Feature

    Seljalandsfoss is a vertical waterfall located along Iceland’s South Coast. The water descends in a narrow column from a coastal cliff, creating a clear drop against dark rock and open sky. Its recessed overhang allows a full circular composition defined by foreground framing and mist.

    63.61546, -19.98817

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    Gallery

    View from behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall at sunset, with water cascading in front of a colorful Icelandic sky and green hills.

    Sunset view from inside the cave behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where the fall…

    Drone view of Seljalandsfoss waterfall in Iceland, dropping from a green cliff into a river below at sunset.

    Aerial view of Seljalandsfoss waterfall cascading over a moss-covered cliff alon…

    Perspective from behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall in Iceland, with water falling in front of a green landscape and river below.

    View from behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall, looking through the cascading curtain…

    View from behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall in Iceland at sunset, with sun rays over the landscape and water cascading in front of the cave opening.

    Sunset view from inside the cave behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where the fall…

    Skógafoss waterfall cascading over a sheer cliff on Iceland’s south coast, with visitors gathered at the base beneath drifting mist and moss-covered green slopes.

    Skógafoss waterfall in Iceland plunging down a tall cliff, with tourists in rain…

    Quick Facts

    Access

    Short Walk

    0–5 min

    Elevation Gain

    60 m

    Best Light

    Golden Hour
    Overcast

    Light works best when low-angle sun backlights the falling water because illuminated mist separates the vertical column from the darker cliff face.

    Why This Light

    Backlight / Spray
    Softens Contrast

    Season

    Year-Round Stable

    In summer, extended daylight allows movement behind the waterfall along the recessed path. In winter, ice accumulation can limit full circulation while the vertical drop remains visually defined.

    Crowds

    Often Busy

    Restrictions

    Fee Common

    Photography Notes

    The waterfall reads strongest when framed from behind the drop, using the cliff opening as a natural arch around the falling water. Side positioning enhances depth by layering foreground rock, water column, and distant landscape. Wind direction influences mist density and determines whether the falling water separates cleanly from the background.
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