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Attractions : Seljavellir Swimming Pool

The swimming pool/hot spring Seljavallalaug is situated in a short and a narrow valley near the farm Seljavellir at the foot of the Eyjafjoll Mountains in South Iceland. The local Youth Club built the old and unique pool, where a still older and smaller one stood before. One of its long sides is the sheer mountainside, where natural hot water trickles into it. It has a splendid view of the nearby stream cascading down from the mountains and must be one of the most beautiful settings for a naturally heated pool – anywhere. The "natural" pool is somewhat of a well-kept secret by locals and is very well frequented by local youths – especially during midnight sun of the incredible everlasting summer evenings.

In 1987, the family of Seljavellir build a new and modern swimming pool just west of the Laugar Stream and keep it open for visitors during summer (June 1 – September 1; 11,00 to 23,00). About ten years later, the old pool was renovated and is still being used by those who make the effort to walk up there. This short 15 minute hike up the roaring mountain creek is well worth the trip. About 7km west of Hotel Skogar and 40km east of Hotel Ranga.

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