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Laugardalur valley and park
Laugardalur valley and park is undoubtedly the most popular outdoor area of Reykjavik, as the area is particularly suitable for outdoor activities, sheltered and luxuriant with well-organized hiking and biking paths. Laugardalur is also one of the main centers of sports activities in Reykjavik, and there are sports facilities such as Laugardalshöllin, Laugardalsvöllur, Laugardalslaug pool and…
Midnight Sun Run in Reykjavík
The 2013 Suzuki Midnight Sun Run will take place for the 21st time on the evening of June 24th. The location is Laugardalur, Reykjavik.Runners can choose between three distances; half marathon, 10 km race and 5 km race. Close by the start and finish of the race is one of the city’s wonderful geothermal outdoor swimming pools, Laugardalslaug.All participants are invited to the swimming pool,…
Iceland’s Water Cure in New York Times Magazine
“On a frigid February day in Reykjavik, I stood bare chested and dripping wet just inside the dressing room at the Vesturbaejar pool, facing a long, cold walk to the outdoor hot tubs. My host was stoic, strong, a Viking. I was whining.”
Krýsuvík
Not too far from the centre of Hafnarfjörður rest the remarkable solfatara fields of Krýsuvík, where you’ll discover an expanse of steaming volcanic vents and boiling hot springs, framed dramatically by a range of multi-coloured hills. A well-maintained boardwalk winds through the bubbling and hissing geothermal area, with informative signage explaining all the important geological facts. The…
Christmas Village in Hafnarfjorður
A feast of sights and sounds, the Christmas Village in Hafnarfjörður offers live entertainment, visits from the Icelandic Yule Lads, horse-drawn carriage rides and quaint village of Christmas houses selling everything from Icelandic design and craft to snacks and hot drinks. And don't forget to try some of the homemade Icelandic delicacies.
Christmas Village
A feast of sights and sounds, the Christmas Village in Hafnarfjörður offers live entertainment, visits from the Icelandic Yule Lads and quaint village of Christmas houses selling everything from Icelandic design and craft to snacks and hot drinks. And don't forget to try some of the homemade Icelandic delicacies.
Hafnarfjörður Christmas Itinerary
Hafnarfjörður is just the place to get in the Christmas spirit. A charming and vibrant seaside town, Hafnarfjörður is packed with colourful houses perched amidst sprawling lava fields, beautiful nature and fresh ocean air.
Hvammsvík
Hvammsvík gives you an authentic Icelandic bathing experience in a natural setting.
The Island of Grótta and Grótta Lighthouse
Grótta, located in Seltjarnarnes City Area, is a captivating natural and historical site that offers visitors a unique blend of scenic beauty and rich heritage. On a small peninsula at the westernmost tip of the Greater Reykjavík area, Grótta is renowned for its iconic lighthouse, stunning coastal views, and abundant wildlife.
Suggested day-trip: Secret Lagoon
Many visitors embark on the journey known as the "Golden Circle". A visit to the "Secret Lagoon" accompanies it very well.