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Fontana Geothermal Spa
About Fontana Geothermal Spa
Fontana is located in Laugarvatn village, about 75 km from Reykjavík. The facility includes: - 3 outdoor hot pools (36-40°C) - 3 steam rooms over natural hot springs - Cold plunge area at the lake - Café and relaxation area - Guided rye bread tasting tours Advance booking is recommended, especially in summer.
📖 Story
Fontana opened in 2011 and quickly became a popular stop on the Golden Circle. The spa uses geothermal heat from underground hot springs, and guests can take a traditional Icelandic plunge into the cold lake after warming up in the hot pools. The spa also offers a demonstration of traditional rye bread baking — dough is buried in the hot sand overnight and dug up in the morning, perfectly baked.
✈️ Why Visit
Relax in lakeside hot pools and steam baths, then plunge into a cold glacial lake.
💡 Did You Know?
The steam rooms are built directly over natural geothermal vents, making them incredibly hot and authentic.
Key Facts
Opened in 2011
On shores of Lake Laugarvatn
Multiple hot pools (36-40°C)
Natural steam rooms
Rye bread baking demo
On Golden Circle route
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