Hveragerði býður upp á afþreyingu, fljölbreytta flóru í veitingastöðum og útivist fyrir alla aldurshópa. Your gateway to South Iceland! Make Hvegerði your base.
Enjoy scenic nature walks among hot springs, delicious dining, and cozy accommodations.
23/06/2025
🌸 Blómaborg – A Floral Haven in the Heart of Iceland 🌿
Nestled in the charming town of Hveragerði, Blómaborg is a delightful florist offering a vibrant array of fresh flowers and unique plants that capture Iceland's natural beauty. Whether you're looking for a bouquet to brighten your day or a special gift for a loved one, Blómaborg provides an enchanting experience. The shop's welcoming atmosphere and knowledgeable staff ensure a nice experience.
Discover the charm of Almar Bakari, a cozy bakery in Hveragerði serving traditional Icelandic bread and pastries. Enjoy favorites like rye bread, cinnamon rolls, and kleinur, all made with authentic methods and ingredients. Relax with a coffee in the inviting seating area or grab something to take with.
Are you looking for an adventure basecamp? Hveragerði’s well-equipped campground has everything you need—kitchen, showers, laundry, outdoor cooking, and more. It’s right in town, with great restaurants and plenty of activities, just a short walk away. See you in .is .is
17/06/2025
June 17th is Iceland’s National Day (Þjóðhátíðardagurinn), commemorating the country's full independence from Denmark in 1944. The date was chosen to honor Jón Sigurðsson, a key leader in Iceland’s 19th-century independence movement, whose birthday falls on June 17.
Today, the holiday is celebrated across Iceland with parades, music, speeches, and family-friendly festivities. A central figure in the celebrations is the *Fjallkonan* (Lady of the Mountain), who symbolizes the spirit of the nation and recites poetry dressed in traditional costume.
16/06/2025
Reykjafoss is a beautiful waterfall in Hveragerði. Make sure to go check it out while exploring.
13/06/2025
The Green House Hotel in Hveragerði is more than just a place to stay—it’s a great spot for food lovers. Its food hall, Mathöll Suðurlands, offers a variety of global cuisines in a relaxed setting. You can enjoy everything from Icelandic seafood to Asian dishes, juicy burgers, and Mexican tacos. There’s also a cozy café, an ice cream parlor, and the Colonial Bar for drinks under a tropical vibe.
Beyond the hotel, Hveragerði has a range of dining options. Ölverk is known for its wood-fired pizzas and craft beers brewed with geothermal energy. Matkráin offers Nordic-style open-faced sandwiches, while Almar Bakari is a local favorite for fresh pastries and coffee, just to name a few places.
Whether you're staying at The Greenhouse or exploring the town, you'll find plenty of delicious choices to suit your taste.
10/06/2025
Be sure to visit the Information Center while you're in Hveragerði! The friendly staff is ready to answer your questions, and you'll find a great selection of souvenirs, maps, books, and more.
We look forward to seeing you!
07/06/2025
Discover South Iceland – Starting in Hveragerði!
South Iceland is an adventure waiting to happen, but the best journeys start in Hveragerði! Our geothermal town is your perfect first stop, where you can taste bread baked in hot spring steam, soak in natural hot pools, and explore a bubbling geothermal park. Stretch your legs, grab a bite, and soak in the warm Icelandic spirit before heading south.
From here, you’re just a short drive from some of Iceland’s most iconic sights—walk behind the misty curtain of Seljalandsfoss, feel the power of Skógafoss, and explore the mossy lava fields of Eldhraun. In Vík, puffins nest along towering cliffs, and Reynisfjara’s black sand beach is a must-see with its dramatic basalt columns.
Start your South Iceland adventure the right way—start it in Hveragerði.
03/06/2025
Tuesday Travel Tip:
Shop local! Hveragerði and other small towns have amazing local bakeries, handmade crafts, and cozy cafés. Supporting locals means you’ll get better souvenirs and support the community. 👜🧤🧣
01/06/2025
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Hveragerði býður upp á afþreyingu, fljölbreytta flóru í veitingastöðum og útivist fyrir alla aldurshópa, enda fjöldinn allur af fyrirtækjum, félagasamtökum og stofnununum staðsett í Hveragerði. Staðsetning bæjarins innan um ósnortna náttúru, steinsnar frá höfuðborginni, er vel til þess fallin að sækja staðinn heim og stunda útivist og heilsueflingu, verslun að einhverju tagi eða bara taka því rólega í fallegu og afslöppuðu umhverfi. Á sumrin er óvíða í bæjum landsins jafn fjölskrúðugur gróður og í Hveragerði, á veturna skarta garðyrkjustöðvarnar sínu fegursta, með geislandi fölgulri birtu sem ber við himinn.
Fjölmörg söguskilti hafa verið sett upp víðs vegar um Hveragerði og gera þau grein fyrir sögu og menningu byggðarlagsins. Gestir okkar eru hvattir til að ganga á milli söguskilta og fá þannig glögga mynd af sérstakri sögu Hveragerðis.
We would like to welcome you to the unique town of Hveragerði. What makes it unique? Well the town is positioned on a active volcanic zone that traverses Iceland from south-west to north-east. Earthquakes are frequent thanks to the tectonic movements that rumble below, the most recent on May 29th 2008, that was 6.3 on the Richter scale. There are tales of a hot spring gushing up through a wash room floor following a volcanic eruption of Mt. Hekla in 1947. Another tale tells of unwanted household objects being hurled through the air from one of the hot springs in the Geothermal Park! Hveragerði is famous for its many greenhouses that use the geothermal heat from the ground to grow vegetables and flowers all year long.
There are great nature walks in and around Hveragerði and the hike to the Hot River in Reykjadalur is the most popular one. Please be careful and please take all the trash back with you.
There are few active hot springs in and around Hveragerði and we therefore ask you please excercise caution when exploring them, because of their unpredictable surroundings.
Hveragerði is indeed a very special and unique place.
