Geothermal area · Reykjanes
Gunnuhver
hot spring and volcano 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
- Gunnuhver is 66 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 6 min by car.
- Gunnuhver lies 40 metres above sea level.
- The nearest town to Gunnuhver is Grindavík.
- Gunnuhver is a geothermal area in Reykjanes, Iceland.
The facts
| Elevation | 40 m |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Grindavík |
| From Reykjavík | 66 km by road, about 1 h 6 min |
| Region | Reykjanes |
| Coordinates | 63.8193° N, 22.6842° 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 Gunnuhver?
Gunnuhver is a geothermal area in Reykjanes, Iceland. It lies 40 metres above sea level.
Where is Gunnuhver?
Gunnuhver is at 63.8193° N, 22.6842° W, in Reykjanes, Iceland. The nearest town is Grindavík. The nearest other sight on our map is Reykjanesviti, a lighthouse about 1.1 km away in a straight line.
How far is Gunnuhver from Reykjavík?
Gunnuhver is 66 km from Reykjavík by road, about 1 h 6 min by car.
How do I get to Gunnuhver?
The Google Maps and Apple Maps directions on this page go to the mapped point of Gunnuhver, not to a search for its name. The nearest town is Grindavík.
Can you bathe at Gunnuhver?
No. The water at Gunnuhver is dangerously hot and must not be entered.
Does it cost anything to visit Gunnuhver?
We have not verified a fee for Gunnuhver. 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 Gunnuhver?
The nearest place to get in warm water is World Class Breiðholt & Pool, about 69 minutes' drive from Gunnuhver. It is included on any LifePass, so there is nothing to pay at the door. Also within reach: Sky Lagoon (69 min), World Class Árbær & Pool (72 min).
Soak here afterwards
On the way back
- World Class Breiðholt & Pool69 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- Sky Lagoon69 min driveper visit with LifePass
- World Class Árbær & Pool72 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Laugar & Pool73 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Mosfellsbær - Gym & Pool75 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Seltjarnarnes - Gym & Pool78 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Akranes & Pool105 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- World Class Selfoss & Pool106 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
Nearby sights
All sights →Straight-line distance, not driving distance.
Sources
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