Natural hot spring · Iceland
Djúpavogskörin
Iceland · 26 miles south of Reyðarfjörður
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- Not recorded
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- 24/7
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Reyðarfjörður (26 mi / 42 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Djúpavogskörin
Djúpavogskörin is a natural hot spring in Iceland, about 26 miles south of Reyðarfjörður. The nearest large city is Reykjavík, roughly 228 miles away as the crow flies.
We do not have a trustworthy temperature reading for this spring. Water temperature at hot springs can change with the seasons, so always test before you soak.
It is a natural spring with little or no development. Some natural springs have rock pools you can sit in, while others are too hot, too shallow or on land where soaking is not allowed.
Small hot spring (metal pool, ~1.2m*4m) with quite hot water. (*additional note 20.08.20: probably changing temperature. On the day of visit way to hot to even touch. But still beautiful)
Description from OpenStreetMap contributors.
Map and directions
Red marks Djúpavogskörin. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 64.65327, -14.34201.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Reyðarfjörður. The spring is about 26 miles (42 km) south of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Reykjavík, about 228 miles (367 km) in a straight line.
- Use the directions buttons above for a driving route. Final roads to many springs are unpaved, seasonal or closed in winter, so check road conditions before you go.
Hot springs near Djúpavogskörin
- Laugarvallalaug 102°F
- Víti 68°F
- Earth Lagoon Mývatn 104°F
- Guðlaug Not recorded
- Hitulaug Ytri Not recorded
- Kristinslaug Not recorded
Before you go
- Check the operator, land manager or park website for current hours, fees and closures. Details in any directory can go out of date.
- Pack out everything you bring, including food scraps. Do not use soap in natural pools.
- Keep your head above water. Warm fresh water can carry Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly amoeba that enters through the nose.
- Drink water, limit soaks to 10 to 20 minutes at a time in very hot water, and skip alcohol.
- Read our hot spring etiquette guide and safety guide.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Djúpavogskörin?
Djúpavogskörin is in Iceland, about 26 miles south of Reyðarfjörður. The GPS coordinates are 64.6533, -14.3420.
Can you soak at Djúpavogskörin?
Natural springs vary. Some have pools built by visitors, others are too hot or shallow, and some are on private land or in areas where bathing is banned. Check local rules and test the water before you get in.
What hot springs are near Djúpavogskörin?
The closest listed spring is Laugarvallalaug, about 48 miles northwest. Víti is about 75 miles away.
What should I bring to a hot spring?
Water to drink, a towel, sandals with grip, a bag to pack out trash, and warm layers for after your soak. At primitive springs bring a headlamp and tell someone where you are going.
Sources and corrections
This listing combines OpenStreetMap. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1
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