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Reykjadalur Hot Spring River – View of Reykjadalur Valley loop from Reykjadalur

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Reykjadalur Hot Spring River – View of Reykjadalur Valley loop from Reykjadalur

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Reykjadalur Hot Spring River – View of Reykjadalur Valley loop from Reykjadalur

01:13

4.00km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

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151 m

Reykjadalur Hot Spring River

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The bathing area is beautifully situated between two plank banks. Here you can find a suitable place to bathe. The higher the warmer. Do you think it's too hot? You …

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685 m

Ölduháls Trail Junction

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878 m

View of Ölkelduhnúkur Geothermal Area

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Nice hiking trail with views to Reykjadalur. Very narrow in places. Good surefootedness required.

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1.57 km

View of Reykjadalur Valley

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A demanding circular path: It was unfortunately very foggy but also very mystical :) the further ascent and circumnavigation was difficult due to the rain on the previous days - …

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2.13 km

Reykjadalur Geothermal Area

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Constant bubbling and hissing, colors that seem otherworldly and a slight H2S smell in the air - that's when you understand where all the legends come from.

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3.22 km

View of Reykjadalur Valley

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The valley can be left on a gravel path or ascent at the end of the valley to continue the hike. It offers a breathtaking view of the steaming valley. …

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3.52 km

Hot spring in the Reykjadalur Valley

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From this bank we see a beautiful red colored source.

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3.81 km

Geothermal bathing spot

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Bring swimwear.

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4.00 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.63 km

302 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.47 km

1.24 km

302 m

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