Geothermal area · North Iceland
Hverarönd
Quick facts
- Hverarönd is 474 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 13 min by car.
- The nearest town to Hverarönd is Mývatn.
- Hverarönd is a geothermal area in North Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Mývatn |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 474 km by road, about 7 h 13 min |
| Region | North Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65.6415° N, 16.8093° W |
Getting there
Directions go to the sight's mapped point. For a mountain, glacier or lake that can be well away from the road, so park only in marked areas and walk from there.
Do not bathe here. This water is dangerously hot.
Stay on marked paths, leave no trace and close gates behind you. Driving off-road is illegal in Iceland.
Areas can be closed at short notice to protect them. Check the official page before travelling.
Questions people ask
What is Hverarönd?
Hverarönd is a geothermal area in North Iceland.
Where is Hverarönd?
Hverarönd is at 65.6415° N, 16.8093° W, in North Iceland. The nearest town is Mývatn. The nearest other sight on our map is Námafjall, a mountain about 872 m away in a straight line.
How far is Hverarönd from Reykjavík?
Hverarönd is 474 km from Reykjavík by road, about 7 h 13 min by car.
How do I get to Hverarönd?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Hverarönd, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Mývatn.
Can you bathe at Hverarönd?
No. The water at Hverarönd is dangerously hot and must not be entered.
Does it cost anything to visit Hverarönd?
We have not verified a fee for Hverarönd. Some landowners charge for parking or entry, so check the signs on arrival. Iceland's right of public access comes with duties: stay on marked paths and leave no trace.
Where can you swim near Hverarönd?
The nearest place to get in warm water is Forest Lagoon, about 91 minutes' drive from Hverarönd. It is a premium venue, from ISK 4,500 per visit on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Skólastígur Akureyri & Pool (99 min).
— After this
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- 91 min driveISK 4,500 per visit with LifePass
- 99 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
Place data from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata. Photographs from Wikimedia Commons, credited individually.
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- Wikidata (CC0-1.0)
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