Vegavinnubaðið Hot Spring

Basic Information

  • GPS: 65.62668, -22.94984
  • Hidden hot spring in the Westfjords
  • Hard to find. 
  • Beautiful hike. 

Are you wondering where are the best Hot Springs? Well, it’s undoubtedly Iceland, which is home to a lot of amazing hot springs. Vegavinnubaðið Hot Spring is one of them is only 173 kilometers away from the capital of Iceland – Reykjavík. A hydrothermal spring is produced by the geothermally heated groundwater rising from the Earth’s crust. A lot of hot springs water is just too hot for bathing and even contains dangerous compositions. Thus, it is important to consider the water temperature before going for a dip. Most of the hot springs of Iceland are suitable for bathing, as a dedicated group of people looks after them to promote the bathing culture of Iceland.

Vegavinnubaðið spring is located in Westfjords or West Fjords, Iceland. West Fjords is an administrative district that lies on the Denmark Strait. Further, the Vegavinnubaðið puts on display a beautiful view of warm water flowing out of the rocks beside a big waterfall. It is thus a perfect spot for an eventful evening or weekend adventure with family and friends.

Westfjords

Westfjords is a large peninsula in northwestern Iceland covering an area of 22,271 kilometers. It is connected with the rest of Iceland by a 7-Km wide isthmus, which lies between Gilsfjörður and Bitrufjörður. This area usually remains cold due to the East Greenland Current. A hot spring at such a place is just what is needed. Apart from the beautiful Vegavinnubaðið hot spring, there is a lot more to see such as beautiful fjords, vast landscapes, villages, endless beaches, stunning waterfalls, and puffins. This remote part of Iceland is perfect for nature lovers and travelers who like less crowded places.

The other attractions in Westfjords that can be explored in a day are Dynjandi Waterfall, Raudisandur Beach, and Látrabjarg. However, the driving distances are big, hence, you’ll need to spend a night here.

Driving in the Westfjords

The driving conditions on the way to Vegavinnubaðið hot spring are good but some of the roads on the way are gravel roads. Travelers are thus advised to stroll around on a 4×4 vehicle for a smooth drive around the area. Tourists can also rent 4WD cars, and should also check the insurance and whether it is suitable for gravel roads or not. Some of the roads in the area are also closed depending upon the season. Thus, do check whether the route you are taking is open as per the season you are traveling in or not.

Getting There

Although Vegavinnubaðið spring is located in the isolated region of Iceland, it is still very accessible. It can be reached through different modes of transport such as bus, car, plane, or boat. Considering the time you have in hand and your budget, you choose the mode of transport. Hence, in case you don’t have many days and want to explore Westfjords, then you can take a flight from Reykjavík that takes around 40-50 minutes to reach the destination. But if you like road trips, then just rent a suitable car and get on this exciting journey. As the beautiful and breathtaking views around the hot spring wouldn’t disappoint you.

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