Falling water

A couple of weeks ago, on the bus to Skaftafell, there was a German tourist, who was headed for a return trip to Dettifoss. He showed us some of his photos, taken several years ago. Although not really on the Continent, it is touted as the most powerful waterfall in Europe, by volume. The picture was quite impressive, complete with rainbow, and I was looking forward to seeing it in person.

Dettifoss

Niagara Falls is more photogenic perhaps, but I'll take this over the crowds, tourist traps, tour boats, and casinos. No railings here - you can get pretty close. For a sense of how large this wall of water is, note the people on the opposite shore.

Dettifoss up close

Further upstream, on the same river, Selfoss seems positively tranquil in comparison.

Selfoss

Selfoss up close