Geothermal area · Reykjanes
Seltún
Geothermal Area located in the sulphur area Krýsuvík in Iceland
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.
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 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 Sky Lagoon, about 35 minutes' drive from Seltún. It is a premium venue on a LifePass. Also within reach: World Class Breiðholt & Pool (37 min), World Class Laugar & Pool (38 min).
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Soak here afterwards
- 35 min driveper visit with LifePass
- 37 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 38 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 40 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 44 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 44 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 60 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
On the way back
- 75 min driveIncluded on any LifePass
- 92 min drive
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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