Seljavallalaug Hidden Hot Springs

Hot spring Rangárþing eystra, Suðurland, Iceland

What to expect

Seljavallalaug is a geothermal pool located in a remote valley in South Iceland, surrounded by glaciers and volcanoes. The pool is 25 meters long and 10 meters wide, and its water temperature ranges from 20-35 °C. It was built in 1923 as a place for children to learn how to swim and is now a popular spot for both locals and tourists. The pool is free to visit, but visitors are asked to treat it with care and respect. The surrounding landscape is breathtaking, with the infamous Eyjafjallajökull volcano and the beautiful Skógafoss waterfall nearby. The pool is suitable for families, but parents should be aware that there are no lifeguards on duty, and the water can be slippery due to algae growth. Visitors can change in a small cabin next to the pool, and the area is generally quiet and peaceful, making it an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Iceland

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This family's experience:

Activities: We hiked to the hot springs and soaked in the natural geothermal water

Highlights: It was perfect on a warm day ✨