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Glymur Iceland's highest waterfall plummets 196 metres into a deep canyon lined with green moss. The river Botnsa is sourced in lake Hvalvatn and takes its plunge next to the Hvalfell volcano. The name comes from its deep rumbling sound, and means clashing or ringing. Trails lead from the car park to both sides and the bottom of the falls can be reached by wading upriver, though there is a risk of rockfalls within the canyon, with the best view involving the most strenuous hike of the three. Care should be taken as many views involve getting near the edge of the canyon. Loz Image credit: Sfjalar http://www.go-to-iceland.com/glymur.html http://www.extremeiceland.is/geo-tours/hvalfjordur-glymur http://www.infoiceland.is/glymur-waterfall.html?itemid=5dd65a3d-a5d3-444f-90db-4dcf8f042d72 http://www.world-of-waterfalls.com/iceland-glymur.html

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Glymur

With a drop of 198 meters Glymur is Iceland’s second tallest waterfall. It used to be the country’s tallest waterfall but was surpassed by a newly measured waterfall near Morsárjökull in 2011.

Glymur is created by the river Botsná which runs from the Hvalvatn lake. Hvalvatn is about 160 meters deep and enclosed by volcanic rocks.

Situated at the rear end of the Hvalfjörður fjord Glymur is often bypassed by visitors, especially since the opening of a tunnel under the fjord. Leading up to the waterfall is a steep and challenging hiking path which offers amazing views of the valley and waterfall.

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