IcelandTravel guideNatural hot springs in IcelandA guide to naturally hot water, database-listed places, and responsible, safer visits.Find a poolNo recorded admissionRegionsMapSafetyPool vs. spa 01 / Geothermal IcelandBathing in the landscapeGeothermal energy has shaped Icelandic bathing culture. Natural pools differ from managed geothermal spas: facilities, temperature information, access and supervision may be limited or absent. Find a natural hot springAllEast IcelandHigh IcelandNorth IcelandSouth IcelandSouth West IcelandWest FjordsWest IcelandNo recorded admissionDjúpavogskörin Hot TubsEast IcelandNo admission recordedYear-roundHoffell Hot TubsEast IcelandAdmission recordedYear-roundLaugarfell Hot PoolsEast IcelandAdmission recordedSummer–AutumnLaugavallalaugEast IcelandNo admission recordedSummer Natural hot springs on the mapThe map only shows published places with recorded coordinates. Select a marker to open its place page. Recorded as accessible without admissionThis label is based on IsAccessibleForFree in the database. Still check rules, permission and conditions before visiting.Biskupslaug – Bishop's Hot SpringNorth IcelandNo admission recordedSummer–AutumnBorhola KerlingarfjöllHigh IcelandNo admission recordedSummerBrimketillSouth West IcelandNo admission recordedYear-roundDjúpavogskörin Hot TubsEast IcelandNo admission recordedYear-roundDrangsnes Hot PotsWest FjordsNo admission recordedYear-roundEnglandshverir Geothermal AreaWest IcelandNo admission recordedYear-round Natural hot springs by regionEast Iceland4High Iceland8North Iceland11South Iceland7South West Iceland4West Fjords17West Iceland7 Natural pool vs. geothermal spaA natural pool centres on naturally hot water and its setting. Geothermal spas are managed attractions with facilities and controlled admission. This page does not automatically mix spas into natural-pool results.Browse place categories Why is there so much hot water?Iceland lies across an active volcanic zone where geothermal heat warms groundwater. Temperatures vary greatly, and a hot spring is not automatically safe or permitted for bathing. Care and safetyLeave no trace and respect private land, paths, closures and owner or municipal rules. Test temperature cautiously; consider slippery surfaces, depth, children, weather and remote locations. Do not assume supervision.Read the safety guide FAQFrequently asked questionsAre natural hot springs free?Some are recorded as accessible without admission, but rules and access can change. Check before visiting.Is bathing in natural hot springs safe?Not in every spring. Temperature, depth, access and conditions vary; always follow rules and local information.Where can I find natural hot springs?Use the database map and region choices on this page.Are natural hot springs open year-round?Not necessarily. Weather, access, maintenance, ownership or closures can affect availability.What is the difference between a natural pool and a geothermal spa?Geothermal spas are generally managed with facilities and controlled access; natural pools may have no such services.Can I bathe in every hot spring?No. Some are too hot, environmentally sensitive, closed or not intended for bathing.How should I behave?Respect private land, paths, closures and rules, and leave no trace.HikingHighlandsSafetyMap