Discover Iceland’s only floating pools
Unwind in untouched nature at Vök Baths
Vök Baths is a geothermal destination on the beautiful Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland. Located only 5 minutes northwest of Egilsstaðir, the largest settlement in the East, Vök Baths is an essential stop on any visit to this part of the country.
Discover Iceland’s only floating pools
Unwind in untouched nature at Vök Baths
Vök Baths is a geothermal destination on the beautiful Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland. Located only 5 minutes northwest of Egilsstaðir, the largest settlement in the East, Vök Baths is an essential stop on any visit to this part of the country.
Vök Baths harnesses the geothermal power of the region to create a unique bathing experience with amazing views of the rest of the lake and the surrounding area. Fully immerse yourself in Iceland’s unique and untouched landscape and become one with nature at the country’s first series of geothermal floating pools.
An Icelandic hot spring destination like no other, the hot water is so pure, it’s certified as drinkable. Compared to the rest of the country, there are relatively few hot springs in East Iceland making Vök Baths an attraction you won’t want to miss!
Bathing Facilities
Our floating pools have been designed to imitate the natural occurring phenomena of Vök so that guests can fully immerse themselves in the unspoiled beauty of the area. Additionally, there are two on-shore hot pools, an outdoor pool bar as well as a steam bath and cold tunnel equipped with a mist shower inside.
Vök Baths boasts a collection of serene geothermal floating pools. The site is located on the gorgeous Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland.
There are indoor changing facilities equipped with private showers and lockers. It is possible to rent swimsuits and towels; simply ask at reception should you require a rental.
Tea Bar & Vök Bistro
Get a taste for East Iceland and eat a local producent meal at our adjoining Vök Bistro. The menu changes depending on what’s seasonally available and great care is given to ensure our practices are environmentally sustainable.
Fully embrace the geothermal power of Iceland at our Tea bar and sample our selection of tisanes (teas) made from locally sourced herbs and brewed with hot spring water from the lake.
There is also a pool bar so you can enjoy a refreshment while soaking in crystal clear waters surrounded by the unique Icelandic nature.
Vök Baths harnesses the geothermal power of the region to create a unique bathing experience with amazing views of the rest of the lake and the surrounding area. Fully immerse yourself in Iceland’s unique and untouched landscape and become one with nature at the country’s first series of geothermal floating pools.
Location
Vök Baths boasts a collection of serene geothermal floating pools. The site is located on the gorgeous Lake Urriðavatn in East Iceland.
Where to find us?
5 min northwest from Egilsstaðir
Lake Urriðavatn, Route 925 Hróarstunguvegur, 701 Egilsstaðir
GPS: 65.3038589,-14.449273
How to get there?
By car
From South
Höfn 262 km
Djúpivogur 161 km
From North
Akureyri 269 km
Myvatn 164 km
By plane
Direct flights from Reykjavik to Egilsstaðir (1-hour flight, 3 times a day)
