Access Closed to Reykjafoss Waterfall and Fossalaug Hot Spring

Visitors can no longer access Reykjafoss waterfall and the nearby Fossalaug hot spring in North Iceland after the landowner closed the site, citing concerns over growing visitor numbers. The closure affects two increasingly popular attractions near Varmahlíð village that have attracted both independent travellers and organised tour groups in recent years. What’s the Story? Original source: Vísir Public access to Reykjafoss and Fossalaug has been closed by the landowner. The owner cites increasing tourism and concerns over site management. The attractions are located on private land, where access depends on the owner’s permission. Why It Closed The landowner said the decision was not prompted by a single incident but by long-standing concerns over the site’s use and the responsibilities associated with hosting visitors. He also stated commercial tour operators have benefited from bringing visitors to the area without contributing to its upkeep or assuming responsibility for the site. He said this imbalance had become unsustainable and ultimately led to the decision to close access. The owner has updated online map services to indicate that the attractions are no longer open to visitors. Despite this, he said some people have continued attempting to visit the area after the closure took effect. Unlike many of Iceland’s protected natural attractions, Reykjafoss and Fossalaug are situated on private land, meaning access is ultimately subject to the landowner’s permission. Read more stories covering Icelandic society, politics, business, and culture at Iceland Review News . The post Access Closed to Reykjafoss Waterfall and Fossalaug Hot Spring appeared first on Iceland Review .