Forest Lagoon Akureyri: Geothermal Pools & Sauna Ticket

Soak in a Forest Pool While the Midnight Sun Hangs Over an Icelandic Fjord

You get entry to two geothermal pools, a sauna with fjord views, a cold plunge, your first drink at the bar, a towel and locker. The larger pool has three swim-up bars; the smaller one is quieter. Plan two to three hours. Your admission covers everything except food and additional drinks.

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to soak in naturally heated water surrounded by forest and fjord views without arranging transport or bringing your own towel—the location near Akureyri and the included drink mean you can walk in and start relaxing within minutes.

What’s included

• Your admission includes entry to both geothermal pools, access to the Finnish-style sauna, the cold plunge pool, a towel, locker, and your first drink at one of the swim-up bars.
• The Forest Bistro is on-site for additional food and drinks.
• All areas are wheelchair accessible.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Relax at Forest Lagoon geothermal spa

• Arrive at Forest Lagoon in Vaðlaskógur forest
• Soak in large geothermal pool with swim-up bars
• Unwind in smaller quiet geothermal pool
• Enjoy Finnish-style dry sauna with fjord views
• Take invigorating cold plunge pool
• Have a drink at the swim-up bar
• Dine at Forest Bistro with fjord views

The Experience

The larger pool is already full when you arrive—locals and visitors floating in 37°C water ringed by birch and pine trees, the Eyjafjörður fjord visible across the water. Forest Lagoon sits minutes from Akureyri in the Vaðlaskógur forest, and the moment you step in, you understand why people come back. The geothermal water is warm enough to stay in for hours, and the swim-up bars mean you don't have to leave to get your first drink—it's included with admission.

There are two pools, both kept at the same temperature: the larger one (530 square meters) has three bars and an indoor entrance if the weather turns; the smaller one (330 square meters) stays quieter. Most people move between them depending on the crowd. The Finnish-style sauna sits higher up, heated to around 80°C with low humidity, and the view from inside is the kind of thing you photograph and then realize the photo doesn't capture it. After the sauna, there's the cold plunge—11°C, shocking, and exactly what your body wants after the heat. The contrast between the two is the whole point.

The Forest Bistro is a wood-clad space with an indoor fireplace and views back toward the fjord. You can eat there or just sit with a second drink and watch the light change. Your admission includes a locker and a towel, so you don't need to bring either. Children under 11 can use the lagoon until 8 PM; there are child tickets available on-site if you're bringing younger kids. The facility is wheelchair accessible throughout, and public transport runs nearby if you're not driving.

Top questions

How warm is the water?

Both geothermal pools are kept at 37°C (98.6°F). The cold plunge is 11°C (51.8°F).

What's included in the ticket?

Admission, one drink at the bar, towel rental and locker access. Bottled wine is not included in the drink.

Can I use the sauna?

Yes. The Finnish-style sauna reaches around 80°C and has panoramic views of the fjord and mountains.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Can children go?

Yes. Children 11 and younger can use the lagoon until 8 PM. Child tickets are available on-site.

How long should I plan to stay?

Most visitors spend two to three hours between the pools, sauna and cold plunge.

Is there food available?

Yes, the Forest Bistro serves meals and drinks. Your admission includes one drink; additional food and drinks are separate.

How do I get there from Akureyri?

Forest Lagoon is minutes from Akureyri in the Vaðlaskógur forest. Public transportation options are available nearby.