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Marteinslaug
South Iceland
Nestled deep within South Iceland's Haukadalsskógur forest, near the famous Geysir, Marteinslaug offers a truly authentic and serene natural hot spring experience. This rustic, stone-lined pool, partially covered by a metal grate, invites you to unwind away from the crowds. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Icelandic landscapes, surrounded by diverse flora and a peaceful stream.
️ As a rustic, undeveloped spring, visitors should exercise caution, especially regarding water temperature which can vary, and the uneven natural surroundings. There are no facilities or lifeguards.
Saga
On the southern edge of Haukadalsskógur forest, a short walk from the world-famous Geysir and Strokkur, a small stone-lined pool sits tucked beside the Kaldilækur stream — easy to walk straight past if you don't know it's there. Barely a metre wide and just over half a metre deep, it holds only three to five people at a time, warmed to a gentle 39–43°C by the same geothermal forces that send Strokkur skyward every few minutes. Unlike its famous neighbors, Marteinslaug asks nothing of its visitors — no ticket, no queue, no viewing platform — just a quiet soak among the forest a few minutes off the Golden Circle's best-known stop.
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Marteinslaug should not be confused with nearby Marteinshver, a geothermal feature in the same forest that reaches 80–100°C and is dangerous to enter — Marteinslaug is the separate, cooled bathing pool that's safe for soaking. (Source: guidetoiceland.is)
Aðgangseyrir
Free
Gagnlegar upplýsingar
Besti tími
Summer for easy gravel-road access; an off-road-capable vehicle is advisable in poor weather.
Tímalengd
30–45 minutes, or longer combined with a Geysir/Strokkur visit.
Leiðarvísir
In Haukadalsskógur forest, on the southern edge of the woods about 2 km from the Geysir geothermal area in South Iceland's Golden Circle — reached via road F333 and a short walk from the forest parking area to the Kaldilækur stream.
Samgöngur
Private car via Road F333 from Geysir; a short walk from the forest parking area.
Fjárhagsáætlun
Free — no admission fee.