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Drone Rules for Goðafoss Waterfall

Þingeyjarsveit (Þingeyjarsveit) • Iceland
Goðafoss Waterfall, 645, Iceland
Lat: 65.689 • Lng: -17.5382
Air Permission required Last updated: Jun 2, 2026
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Drone flights over and near Goðafoss Waterfall are not allowed. Commercial permission is required to fly here.

This waterfall near Fossholl is strictly protected by the Environment Agency of Iceland. Permits used to be issued, but those were discontinued. Commercial permission may be given for a price of 52.600 ISK (400 USD).

Basic Iceland UAV rules:

  • Stay under 120 meters (394 feet)
  • Never fly directly over crowds
  • Register as a drone pilot here: https://www.flydrone.is/register
  • Keep drone in visual line of sight
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  • No launching or flying zone / Commercial permit required
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