Deildartunguhver

Europe's most powerful hot spring.

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Welcome to Deildartunguhver

Deildartunguhver is the highest flowing hot spring in Europe, gushing huge volumes of boiling water that heat homes across the region.

Clouds of steam and the nearby Krauma baths make it a memorable and warming stop in the west.

How to get there

West Iceland begins about an hour north of Reykjavik along the ring road, an easy self drive that opens up Borgarfjordur and the bays beyond.

Region: West Iceland
Type: Natural
Best for: Geothermal sights, bathing, photography
Best time: Year round
Suggested time: 1 hour
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Deildartunguhver

What to see and do

The places and moments worth slowing down for.

The hot spring

Boiling water surging from the ground in great steaming volumes.

Krauma baths

Modern geothermal baths fed by the spring next door.

Viewing path

A short boardwalk lets you feel the heat up close.

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Good to know

Quick answers for planning your visit.

Where is Deildartunguhver?

Deildartunguhver is in West Iceland, Iceland. It is in the Borgarfjordur valley of West Iceland near Reykholt.

What is Deildartunguhver known for?

Deildartunguhver is known for being Europe's most powerful hot spring by flow, its dramatic steam, and the neighbouring Krauma geothermal baths.

When is the best time to visit Deildartunguhver?

The best time to visit is year round, and every season here has its own character.

How long should I spend at Deildartunguhver?

Most visitors spend 1 hour here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.

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