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Laugafell

Geothermal poolHighlands, Iceland

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Laugafell is a hot spring in the Icelandic Highlands.

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Laugafell is in the Highlands, Iceland at 65.0278°N, 18.3321°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Laugafell weather and conditions

At Laugafell in Highlands, conditions as of 11 September 2026, 13:00 (Iceland time): 3°C (feels like -3°C), overcast, wind 8 m/s gusting to 12 m/s. Daylight today: 13 h 40 m (sunrise 06:20, sunset 20:00). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 11 September 2026, 13:00 · source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

Tours near Laugafell

Free cancellation

Small groups

Sightseeing

(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

Duration6 hours 30 minutes

HighlightsNorth Iceland

(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

Duration6 hours

HighlightsNorth Iceland

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours

HighlightsReykjavík area

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Akureyri - Laugafell – Tungnafjall ∆ hiking trails ∆ 3d-trail.com/iceland/ — Laugafell — video poster — Akureyri - Laugafell – Tungnafjall ∆ hiking trails ∆ 3d-trail.com/iceland/let's go outdoors

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The Road to Laugafell — Laugafell — video poster — The Road to LaugafellRunning For Calm

Laugafell, Island am 15.8.2021 — Laugafell — video poster — Laugafell, Island am 15.8.2021Eike Youtube

túra in Highlands of Iceland: I_ Akureyri - Laugafell - Tungnafjall — Laugafell — video poster — túra in Highlands of Iceland: I_ Akureyri - Laugafell - TungnafjallOutdooractive – Flyover Videos

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How do I get to Laugafell?

Laugafell is located in Highlands. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.

Is Laugafell free to visit?

Many natural hot springs are free to use; developed geothermal pools and baths usually charge an entry fee. Check the spot’s details before you go.

What is the best time to visit Laugafell?

Laugafell can be enjoyed year-round — soaking in warm water is especially magical in winter snow, though check live road conditions before you drive, as access roads may require 4WD off-season.

Nearby

km column = your drive

1Fagrihver60 km
2Hveravellir Pool60 km
3Geothermal hot spring near Húnabyggð60 km
4Geothermal hot spring near Hrunamannahreppur60 km
5Sundlaug60 km

Waterfalls

#1.Runufoss

28 km·~33 min drive

A waterfall in the Highlands.

#2.Skuggafoss

52 km·~63 min drive

Deep in the highlands. You need a 4x4 and some confidence to get here. The reward is…

#3.Hrafnabjargafoss

58 km·~69 min drive

A waterfall in North Iceland.

#4.Aldeyjarfoss

60 km·~72 min drive

The Aldeyjarfoss waterfall is situated in the Highlands of Iceland at the northern part…

4 waterfalls near Highlands

Hot Springs

#1.Laugafell

50 m

Pool hot spring

#2.Reykjafoss Warm Waterfall

52 km·~62 min drive

Geothermal spot

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Hrunamannahreppur

60 km·~72 min drive

Natural hot spring

#4.Sundlaug

60 km·~72 min drive

Geothermal spot. Naturally heated, no facilities. Best with few people.

4 hot springs near Highlands

Campsites

#1.Laugafell

50 m

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#2.Nýidalur

35 km·~42 min drive

Highland campsite accessible in summer only. F-road driving required. Basic facilities…

#3.Himnasvalir

56 km·~67 min drive

Himnasvalir is a camp site and mobile home site in the heart of they valley Norðurárdalur…

#4.Kerlingarfjöll - Highland Base

60 km·~71 min drive

The camping site at Mountain Kerlingafjoll is in the vally of Asgard, on the north side…

4 campsites near Highlands

F-Roads

#1.F752 Skagafjarðarleið

9.9 km·~12 min drive

Northern approach to Sprengisandur

1 f-roads near Highlands

Supermarkets

#1.Bónus

72 km·~86 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#2.Fisk Kompaní

72 km·~86 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó

73 km·~88 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð

73 km·~88 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Highlands

Gas stations

#1.Kjarnagata

72 km·~86 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Akureyri Leiruvegur

72 km·~87 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Mýrarvegur

73 km·~88 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Akureyri BSO

74 km·~89 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Highlands

Tours

#1.(Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss

6 hours 30 minutes

Lake Mývatn and the surrounding area are an absolute must if you're exploring the North!

from 25.300 ISKView tour →

#2.(RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

6 hours

Discover the wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide.

from 25.900 ISKView tour →

#3.A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

8 hours

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

from 159.000 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Highlands

Data & sources

Everything on this page comes from the sources below. Live feeds refresh automatically.

VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community