Geothermal park
Without a doubt, Hveragerði's most precious gem is its geothermal park. There can not be many towns in the world with hot springs in people's back yard. The geothermal park is centrally located. A natural clay foot bath can be enjoyed in the park, and afterward, you can soak your feet in one of the hot springs. In a hole in the park, the locals bake the famous black bread using the geothermal ground as an oven. You can boil an egg using geothermal energy and later enjoy it with warm hot spring bread. Be sure not to miss the geyser that frequently erupts in the park, and don't forget to take a look inside the greenhouse!
The exhibition "Quake 2008."
A powerful earthquake (6,3 Richter scale) struck the South coast of Iceland at 15:45 on May 29, 2008. The epicenter of the quake was about two kilometers southeast of Hveragerði. The area closest to the quake's epicenter suffered severe damage to houses and contents as this was thrown around in the earthquake.
The exhibition presents the causes and derivatives of the earthquake of 2008 in Hveragerði. The exhibition shows the residents' experience and how it affected the buildings, local environments, and other damage. The television screen shows the recordings from the camera monitoring, photographs of local people, and information from the Earthquake Center, University of Iceland. Earthquake simulator where visitors can experience a powerful earthquake that is over 6 per Richter. A large, ancient fissure was revealed when digging the shopping center's foundation hole. One can see the fissure lit up through a transparent section of the floor in the library and at the tourist information center.
Access to the exhibition is free, but a fee is taken for the earthquake simulator.
"Quake 2008" Sunnumörk 2-4810 Hveragerði tel: +354 483 -4601
Thermal bath Laugaskarð
The Thermal bath Laugaskarð is renowned for its lovely setting and excellent facilities, including hot pots, whirlpools, a natural sauna, and a fitness center. The pool is heated with steam coming directly from the ground; because of this, many consider the water good for your health. The thermal bath is open all year round and was, with its 50 m length, the largest pool in Iceland for years.
Welcome to The Thermal bath Laugaskarð; its surroundings are remarkably beautiful, and a unique experience is guaranteed.
Opening hours:
Summer (May 15 - September 14)
Mondays - Fridays: 06:45-21:30
Saturdays and Sundays: 09:00-19:00
Winter (September 15 - May 14)
Mondays - Fridays: 06:45-20:30
Saturdays and Sundays: 10:00-17:30
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The Quake 2008 | Breiðumörk 21 | 810 Hveragerði | 483 4601 |
Hveragerði Swimming pool | Laugaskarði | 810 Hveragerði | 483-4113 |