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Laugarvallalaug

37°C waterGeothermal waterNorth Iceland

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Laugarvallalaug is a hot spring with a natural water temperature of about 37°C in North Iceland.

OpenStreetMap measured the temperature at about 37°C, close to body heat, making it one of the more forgiving wild soaks on record.

Steam rises around you as you sink into naturally heated water. The contrast of warm water and cold air is pure Iceland.

Natural hot springs vary in temperature - some spots are scalding, others barely warm. Test with your hand first, always.

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65.0056°N, 15.7601°W · North Iceland

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ToursIn season nowNorthern Lights 4x4 Tour from Akureyrifrom 34.799 ISK · 2 h 30 minLake Mývatn & Snowmobile Tour from Akureyrifrom 59.900 ISK · 9 hGoðafoss and the Forest Lagoonfrom 26.400 ISK · 4 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and region

Laugarvallalaug weather and conditions

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1°Cclear · feels -5°C7 m/sgusts 119 h 46 mdaylight · 07:56 – 17:41
In season now · Winter in IcelandNorthern Lights 4x4 Tour from Akureyrifrom 34.799 ISK · 2 h 30 min
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Cars & campers

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Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −12%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
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Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −12%

Photos & videos

Laugarvallalaug — photo by RémihPhoto: Rémih / Wikimedia Commons
Iceland In Autumn | Hidden Hot Waterfall | 4KChris Carney

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Natural hot pot near Múlaþing46 km
  2. 2Stóragjá Cave86 km
  3. 3Geothermal hot spring near Þingeyjarsveit86 km
  4. 4Grjótagjá87 km
  5. 5Geothermal hot spring near Laugar109 km
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Waterfalls

  1. 1Hverfandi6 km
  2. 2Sauðárfoss11 km
  3. 3Töfrafoss20 km
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Hot springs

  1. 1Laugarvallalaug< 1 km
  2. 2Hveragil10 km
  3. 3Laugarfell Hot Pots23 km
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Fuel

  1. 1Skjöldólfsstaðir46 km · 308.6 kr/L
  2. 2Möðrudalur49 km · 308.6 kr/L
  3. 3Hallormsstaður49 km · 308.6 kr/L
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Supermarkets

  1. 1Nettó69 km
  2. 2Bónus70 km
  3. 3Krónan72 km
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Tours

  1. (Cruise Ships) Lake Mývatn and Goðafossfrom 25.300 ISK · 6 hours 30 minutes
  2. (RS) Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyrifrom 25.900 ISK · 6 hours
  3. Adventure snowmobile tour Akureyrifrom 166.750 ISK · 5 hours
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How do I get to Laugarvallalaug?
Laugarvallalaug is located in North Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.
Is Laugarvallalaug 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 Laugarvallalaug?
Laugarvallalaug 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.

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All hot springs50 hot springs in North Iceland, mapped with photos, distances and live conditions
Iceland nowfrom 19 Sep 06:10
8°C · overcastWind 2 m/sRing Road (R1) openAurora Kp 2.67Daylight 07:02 – 19:39Webcams