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Major city · Iceland

Fossholl

Visit Fossholl for a half‑day to see Goðafoss; stay overnight only in summer (May‑Sep) if you want the guesthouse.

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Fossholl is a tiny stop on the Diamond Circle, 35 km east of Akureyri. Its only attraction is the 12 m high Goðafoss waterfall. The guesthouse is seasonal, so a quick visit fits a 1‑day north‑Iceland itinerary; an overnight stay is possible in summer.

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Weather
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Currency
ISK
Best months
May–Sep (guesthouse open, roads clear)
avoid Oct–Apr (guesthouse closed, road may be icy)
Airport
AEY
Nights
1

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This is a basic guide for Fossholl: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
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  • Iceland ↗Driving off marked roads is illegal and fined heavily; F-roads into the highlands open only in summer and require a 4x4.
  • Iceland ↗Check the road authority's conditions map and the Met Office forecast every morning, and leave a travel plan on SafeTravel for hikes and remote drives.

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Emergency numbers for Fossholl112 ▾
  • Police112
  • Fire and ambulance112

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Fossholl, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • CoffeeCoffee at guesthouse caféISK 400–600 (≈ US$4–5)
  • Street or quick mealMeal (soup or sandwich)ISK 1,200–2,000 (≈ US$10–17)
  • Budget bedFosshóll Guesthouse room, a night, per personISK 12,000 (≈ US$100)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ISK 5,000 (≈ US$45) · Mid ISK 9,000 (≈ US$75) · High ISK 13,000 (≈ US$110)

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Goðafoss waterfall
Airports
AEY Akureyri Airport (15 km (9.3 mi) west, shuttle or rental car to Route 1)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Avoid

    2°C (36°F)

  2. Feb

    Avoid

    2°C (36°F)

  3. Mar

    Avoid

    4°C (39°F)

  4. Apr

    Avoid

    7°C (45°F)

  5. May

    Best

    10°C (50°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    13°C (55°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    14°C (57°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    14°C (57°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    11°C (52°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    7°C (45°F)

  11. Nov

    Avoid

    4°C (39°F)

  12. Dec

    Avoid

    2°C (36°F)

Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Oct–Apr. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (14°C (57°F)), coolest Jan (−3°C (27°F) low), wettest Dec (13 rain days), driest Jul (6). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Fossholl: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

2°C (36°F)

−3°C (27°F)

12 rd

Feb

2°C (36°F)

−3°C (27°F)

11 rd

Mar

4°C (39°F)

−2°C (28°F)

10 rd

Apr

7°C (45°F)

0°C (32°F)

9 rd

May

10°C (50°F)

3°C (37°F)

8 rd

Jun

13°C (55°F)

6°C (43°F)

7 rd

Jul

14°C (57°F)

8°C (46°F)

6 rd

Aug

14°C (57°F)

8°C (46°F)

7 rd

Sep

11°C (52°F)

5°C (41°F)

9 rd

Oct

7°C (45°F)

2°C (36°F)

11 rd

Nov

4°C (39°F)

−1°C (30°F)

12 rd

Dec

2°C (36°F)

−3°C (27°F)

13 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

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Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Walk to Goðafoss (≈5 min from the guesthouse) or take the local bus stop on Route 1; car rental gives flexibility on the Diamond Circle.

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Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Goðafoss waterfall

go

Door to door: ≈10 min total

Walk from Fosshóll Guesthouse, about 5 min

Main attraction; viewpoints and short trails along the river.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Fosshóll Guesthouse

21 rooms, restaurant, camping area; open May 15–Sep 30

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
ISK 5,000–8,000 (≈ US$45–65) excl. bed
Mid
ISK 8,000–12,000 (≈ US$65–100) excl. bed
High
ISK 12,000 (≈ US$100)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Fosshóll Guesthouse room2 × 1 night × ISK 15,000ISK 30,000
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ISK 9,000ISK 18,000
Car rental (4 days, economy)1 × ISK 35,000 · Check availability for summer dates.ISK 35,000
eSIM data (7 days)2 × ISK 3,000 · Check local provider.ISK 6,000
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurgeISK 8,900
Trip total≈ ISK 48,950 per person per day, bed includedISK 97,900≈ US$800

Seasonal rates; check exact price.

2026 estimate in ISK; flights and car rental excluded.

Prices of common things

Coffee at guesthouse caféISK 400–600 (≈ US$4–5)
Meal (soup or sandwich)ISK 1,200–2,000 (≈ US$10–17)
Petrol (per litre)ISK 230–250 (≈ US$2–3)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Iceland is generally safe; the main risk at Fossholl is weather‑related road conditions in winter.
  • Guesthouse is seasonal – check opening dates before booking.
  • Roads can be icy and windy in winter; travel only with a 4×4 or wait for summer.

Emergency numbers

Police
112
Fire and ambulance
112

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My bed tonight

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Á þennan heimilisfang, vinsamlegastTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police112
  • Fire and ambulance112

Embassy

US consulate in Reykjavik; other embassies also in Reykjavik.

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Fosshóll Guesthouse → Goðafoss walk: ≈5 min, free
  • Akureyri Airport → Fossholl (rental car): ≈35 km (22 mi), about ISK 2,500 (≈ US$25) fuel (check)

Say or show

  • Afsakið — Excuse me / Sorry (af-sah-keeth)
  • Takk — Thank you (tahk)
  • Hvað kostar það? — How much is it? (kvaht koh-star that)
  • Hvar er klósettið? — Where is the toilet? (kvahr er kloh-set-tee)
  • Má ég fá matseðilinn? — Can I have the menu? (mah yeh fau maht-seh-dil-in)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Fossholl. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: May–Sep (guesthouse open, roads clear) · avoid Oct–Apr (guesthouse closed, road may be icy) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 1 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Add a rental car for full Diamond Circle loop (Akureyri → Fossholl → Mývatn).
  2. Combine with a visit to Húsavík for whale watching (≈1 h drive).

Meanwhile

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