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Selfoss: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Selfoss is the main town and seat of Árborg in southern Iceland. It is on the banks of the Ölfusá river, 50 kilometres (31 mi) southeast of Reykjavík.

Selfoss (town) · CC BY-SA 4.0

Now in the citySelfoss+7°CClear · sunset 05:03 PMupdated 04:09 PM
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Exchange ratekr 121.43per 1 $ISK — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
Selfoss in pictures23 photos
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Getting there and staying

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Updated information on European Entry-Exit System (EES) (‘Entry requirements’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.
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Exercise normal precaution in Iceland . Iceland is generally a safe destination for travelers. Iceland regularly experiences quickly changing weather, dangerous natural features, active volcanoes, and earthquakes. Review our information on weather and natural disasters in Iceland. Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Reykjavík Domestic Airport RKV51 km away — the nearest airport
Keflavik International Airport KEF79 km from the centre
Akureyri International Airport AEY237 km from the centre
Cities of Iceland
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