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A boardwalk and naturally warm river in Reykjadalur

Hot spring valley

Follow the path.
Find the warm river.

A walk into Reykjadalur brings steaming hills and a naturally heated river into view. Combine a day in the valley with a slower moment at Hveradalir.

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Reykjadalur Hot Spring Valley

A hike into the hills.
A river warmed by the earth.

Reykjadalur lies in the hills just outside Hveragerði, where rising steam, bubbling springs and colourful slopes turn the walk itself into part of the experience. The destination is a naturally heated river, with wooden boardwalks giving access to the bathing area.

The marked route to the warm river is about 3 km each way and usually takes around 45–60 minutes in each direction. Expect uphill walking, mountain views and geothermal features along the trail. Leave time for a soak as well as the journey there and back.

The river is a natural bathing place rather than a swimming-pool complex. Water temperature varies, and the bathing screens provide limited privacy. Bring swimwear and a towel, keep to the marked route and take your belongings and litter back with you.

MAKE IT PART OF YOUR HVERADALIR DAY

Walk the river.
Then meet the mud.

Reykjadalur gives you a longer walk and a river-bathing experience. Hveradalir brings the same geothermal landscape closer, with marked valley walkways, mineral-rich mud baths and new changing facilities. Pair the two for a day that moves from mountain scenery to a slower, warmer finish.

BEFORE YOU GO

Leave time for the return walk.

Wear suitable walking shoes and bring layers for changing weather. Snow, ice and wind can make the route slower or more demanding. Check local trail and weather information, and stay well clear of hot springs outside the designated bathing area.

Then, a moment for you.

Return to the warmth of the Hveradalir Mud Bath.

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