Hveravellir Campsite
Kjölur Route (F35)
About This Campsite
A remote Highland campsite beside geothermal hot springs between Langjökull and Hofsjökull glaciers.
Details
Hveravellir Campsite is one of the most unique overnight stops in Iceland’s central Highlands, located along the historic Kjölur Route (F35) between Langjökull and Hofsjökull glaciers. Surrounded by steaming geothermal vents, colorful mineral hills, and wide open wilderness landscapes, the campsite offers an authentic experience of Iceland’s interior. For centuries, travelers crossing the Highlands stopped at Hveravellir to rest near its reliable geothermal warmth and water sources. Today the site remains an important service stop for hikers, cyclists, and 4×4 travelers exploring the interior routes between North and South Iceland. One of the highlights of the campsite is the natural geothermal bathing pool, where visitors can relax in warm mineral-rich water while surrounded by raw Highland scenery. Facilities include a mountain hut, camping area, toilets, and seasonal services during the summer months. Because of its remote location far from towns and artificial light, Hveravellir is also an excellent place to experience midnight sun conditions in summer and northern lights in late season.
🌿 Environment & Surroundings
Hveravellir sits in an active geothermal field between two of Iceland’s largest glaciers, Langjökull and Hofsjökull. Steam vents, hot springs, lava formations, and colorful mineral deposits shape the surrounding landscape. The open Highland plateau creates wide panoramic views and strong contrasts between ice, steam, and volcanic terrain.
📍 Nearby Attractions
Natural Hot Pool
(50 m)Perfect temperature geothermal bathing pool at the campsite
Langjökull Glacier
(15 km)Iceland's second largest glacier with ice tunnel tours
Kerlingarfjöll
(45 km)Colorful rhyolite mountains and geothermal areas
👻 Folklore & Local Stories
Hveravellir is closely connected to the legend of the famous Icelandic outlaws Fjalla-Eyvindur and Halla, who are said to have lived in the Highlands during the 18th century while avoiding capture. According to tradition, they survived harsh winters using the natural geothermal warmth of the area and shelter among the lava formations. Stories like these reflect how remote geothermal locations such as Hveravellir were once seen as places of both danger and refuge in Icelandic Highland travel history.