A man-made sandy beach with geothermally heated sea water, a hot tub and a lagoon, open mainly in summer.
Nauthólsvík is a man-made sandy beach in Reykjavik with geothermal water pumped into a sheltered lagoon, giving a swimming temperature that is warmer than the surrounding North Atlantic. The beach has a hot tub, changing facilities and a cafe, and is run by the city, which includes the geothermal beach in its fee schedule. It is open mainly in the summer months, with more limited winter use, and sea swimmers in cold water join the winter club. Check reykjavik.is for current hours, since opening varies seasonally. It is reachable by Strætó from the centre or by a coastal walk or cycle ride from Harpa.
| Price | Included in the city fee schedule; check reykjavik.is for current beach admission |
|---|---|
| Session length | 1-2 hours |
| Hours | Seasonal; check reykjavik.is |
| Address | Nauthólsvegur 106, 101 Reykjavik |
Treatments
- Geothermal lagoon
- Hot tub
Good to know
- Signature
- Man-made geothermal sea beach
- Facilities
- Changing rooms, Cafe
Location
Nauthólsvegur 106, 101 Reykjavik
64.1241, -21.9435 View on map
Highlights
- Geothermal water in a sheltered lagoon beside the sea
- Hot tub and cafe on site
- Reachable by a coastal path from central Reykjavik
- Covered under the city's pool fee schedule
Tips for visiting
- Check opening hours at reykjavik.is before visiting.
- Bring a towel and sandals for the sand and path.
- Cycle or walk the seafront path from Harpa.
- Pair with a visit to nearby Perlan.
When to visit
Warm summer afternoons.
Accessibility
Paths from the car park to the beach are mostly level; check with the facility for accessible changing rooms.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Nauthólsvík?
On the Skerjafjörður coast, south of Reykjavik Airport, on Nauthólsvegur.
Is it open in winter?
Access is more limited in winter; check the city website for hours.