Geothermal area · Reykjanes
Seltún
Geothermal Area located in the sulphur area Krýsuvík in Iceland
Before you go
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.
Warm up after: pools & lagoons with a visitor pass
Passes from ISK 7,900. Lagoons cost extra per visit.
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Quick facts
- Seltún is 36 km from Reykjavík by road, about 40 min by car.
- The nearest town to Seltún is Grindavík.
- Seltún is a geothermal area in Reykjanes, Iceland.
The facts
| Nearest town | Grindavík |
|---|---|
| From Reykjavík | 36 km by road, about 40 min |
| Region | Reykjanes |
| Coordinates | 63.8952° N, 22.0561° 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.
Questions people ask
What is Seltún?
Seltún is a geothermal area in Reykjanes, Iceland.
Where is Seltún?
Seltún is at 63.8952° N, 22.0561° W, in Reykjanes, Iceland. The nearest town is Grindavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Grænavatn, a lake about 1.2 km away in a straight line.
How far is Seltún from Reykjavík?
Seltún is 36 km from Reykjavík by road, about 40 min by car.
How do I get to Seltún?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Seltún, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Grindavík.
Can you bathe at Seltún?
No. The water at Seltún is dangerously hot and must not be entered.
Does it cost anything to visit Seltún?
We have not verified a fee for Seltún. 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 Seltún?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Breiðholt & Pool, about 45 minutes' drive from Seltún. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: Sky Lagoon (45 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (48 min).
Soak here afterwards
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool45 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon45 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool48 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool49 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool51 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool55 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- World Class Selfoss & Pool64 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Akranes & Pool82 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Hella & Pool94 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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