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Djúpavogskörin hot spring

East IcelandHot springFree entryOpen all year
Written by locals at Iceland Travel Guide · Checked by Heiða · Updated October 2026
Djúpavogskörin
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Djúpavogskörin hot springs is a small hot pool close to Djúpivogur in East Iceland, a few minutes off the Ring Road and tucked behind a rocky hillock. It is free, open all year and holds around 6–7 people. There are no changing rooms. Allow 30–60 minutes.

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About Djúpavogskörin

Djúpavogskörin is a simple pool with a wooden deck, set in the hills a short walk from the road. It was put together by local people for their own use, as a place to soak with friends and family, and it is looked after by the community. It is not signposted from the Ring Road in a big way, so it feels like a discovery even though it is close to the highway.

This is one of the little-known hot springs of East Iceland. The pool sits behind a rock, so people driving past do not see it, and most visitors only find it because they went looking. Park, then look around for the trail before you walk on: it leads behind the hillock to the pool.

The pool is small, enough for about six or seven people. There is a rack behind it to hang towels and clothes, and the deck gives you somewhere dry to sit or change without stepping in the mud, though nothing is enclosed. On clear days you look out over the fjord and the mountains, with green moss on the slopes in summer.

It works in most weather, including snow, which is when many locals like it best. There is nothing else to see right at the pool. People come for the quiet and the view. Because it is small and unstaffed, treat it with care and leave it as you found it.

Quick facts

TypeSmall hot pool with a wooden deck
GPS64.65354, -14.34191
CapacityAbout 6–7 people
RegionEast Iceland, near Djúpivogur
From DjúpivogurAbout 2 km west of the village, just off Route 1
From ReykjavíkAbout 550 km by the south coast, around 6.5–7 hours’ driving without stops
Walk from car parkAbout 100 m on a short path behind the hillock
EntryFree
Opening hoursOpen at all times
FacilitiesNo changing rooms; a wooden deck and a rack for clothes
Time needed30–60 minutes

How to get to Djúpavogskörin

By carThe pool is about 2 km west of Djúpivogur, just off Route 1, on the right-hand side if you are driving east towards the village. Park in the small car park and follow the short path of about 100 m behind the hillock to the pool. Our older guide mentions boards pointing the way; other sources call the path unmarked, so use the GPS point.
From ReykjavíkIt is about 550 km and 6.5 to 7 hours of driving along the south coast, so it is not a day trip. Visit it as a stop on a self-drive around the Ring Road, between Höfn and Egilsstaðir.
By public transportRegional buses along the Ring Road stop at Djúpivogur in summer, but check the timetable. From the village it is a walk of about 2 km along the road.

Route 1 through East Iceland can be icy or snowy in winter. Check road conditions on umferdin.is.

Directions to Djúpavogskörin hot springs

The pool cannot be seen from the road, so it helps to know the last few steps.

Step 1: Drive to the turn-offFollow Route 1 to the Djúpivogur area. The stopping place is about 2 km west of the village, just before the turn into Djúpivogur if you come from Höfn. Set your map to 64.65354, -14.34191.
Step 2: ParkLeave the car in the small parking area by the road. Do not drive onto the grass or block the track.
Step 3: Find the trailThe pool is behind a rock, so look around for the trail before you set off. It starts near the small stream and runs behind the hillock.
Step 4: Walk to the poolIt is about 100 m on foot. The ground can be muddy or icy, so wear shoes with grip and bring a torch in the dark months.

What to expect at the pool

The poolA single small pool that fits six or seven people. It was built by local people, not as a visitor attraction, so there is no staff and no ticket desk.
The deck and clothes rackA small wooden deck beside the pool gives you a dry place to sit and to change. A stand just behind the pool lets you hang clothes, towels and bags off the ground.
ChangingThere are no changing rooms. Change on the deck or in your car, or arrive with your swimsuit under your clothes.
The viewYou sit facing the fjord and the mountains. It is good on a clear sunny day and just as good in falling snow.

There are no other sights right by the pool. Combine it with Djúpivogur village, 2 km away.

Best time to visit Djúpavogskörin

Summer (June–August)Light almost all night and easy access. The most people, but it is still a small spot, so you may have to wait your turn.
Winter (November–March)A hot pool in the snow, and a possible Northern Lights viewpoint. The path can be icy and daylight is short, so bring a torch and boots.

Safety and practical tips

  • Wear your swimsuit under your clothes. There is nowhere enclosed to change.
  • Bring a towel and a bag for wet things. Use the rack behind the pool.
  • Do not use soap and take all rubbish with you.
  • Test the water before getting in. Temperature can vary.
  • The pool is small. If others are waiting, keep your soak short and share the space.
  • If you bring a drink, leave glass in the car.
  • Keep noise down if you arrive late in the evening.
  • In winter the path can be icy and it gets dark early. Bring a torch and boots.

Facilities and accessibility

No changing rooms or toilets at the pool. There is a small car park nearby. Djúpivogur, about 2 km away, has a shop, fuel, restaurants and a swimming pool.

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Nearby places worth a stop

DjúpivogurDjúpivogurSmall fishing village, about 2 km
Eggin í GleðivíkOutdoor artwork of 34 stone eggs by the harbour in Djúpivogur
SveinstekksfossSveinstekksfoss15 m waterfall in Fossárdalur, about 15 km from DjúpivogurFólaldafossFólaldafossWaterfall beside the Öxi mountain road (Route 939)HænubrekkufossHænubrekkufossThree-step waterfall near the start of the Öxi roadEystrahornEystrahornSteep coastal mountain on the way to HöfnHöfnHöfnHarbour town, a little over an hour awayEgilsstaðirEgilsstaðirEast Iceland’s main town to the northSeyðisfjörðurSeyðisfjörðurColourful fjord town beyond Egilsstaðir

Where to stay near Djúpavogskörin

Djúpivogur has guesthouses, a hotel and a campsite. Höfn and Egilsstaðir have a wider choice if you are driving the Ring Road.

Djúpavogskörin FAQ

Is Djúpavogskörin free?

Yes. There is no entry fee.

Where is Djúpavogskörin?

About 2 km west of Djúpivogur, just off Route 1 in East Iceland. The GPS point is 64.65354, -14.34191.

How do I find the pool?

Park in the small car park by the road and look for the trail near the stream. The pool is about 100 m away, behind a rocky hillock, and cannot be seen from the road.

How far is Djúpavogskörin from Reykjavík?

About 550 km, or 6.5 to 7 hours of driving along the south coast. Visit it as part of a Ring Road self-drive.

Are there changing rooms?

No. There is a wooden deck and a rack for clothes, but no enclosed changing area.

How many people fit in the pool?

Around six or seven.

Can you use it in winter?

Yes, it is open all year. Be careful on icy paths.

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