Laugarvatn
| Laugarvatn | |
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| Location | Iceland |
| Coordinates | 64°12′40″N 20°42′40″W / 64.21111°N 20.71111°WCoordinates: 64°12′40″N 20°42′40″W / 64.21111°N 20.71111°W |
| Basin countries | Iceland |
| Surface area | 2.14 km² |
| Settlements | Bláskógabyggð |
Landscape nearby the town.
Laugarvatn is a lake and small town in the south of Iceland. The lake is a bit smaller than the neighbouring Apavatn.
Tourism
Laugarvatn lies within the Golden Circle, a popular tourist route, and acts as a staging post. The town has a population of about 200,[1] and lies predominantly along the west side of the lake. There is a boutique hostel called Héradsskólinn located in the town. The lake contains geothermal springs under its surface, making it a popular swimming spot with some warm patches along the shoreline year-round.
Education
Iceland University of Education's division of Sport and Physical Education is located here.
See also
References
- ↑ Parnell, Fran; Presser, Brandon (2010-09-01). Lonely Planet Iceland. Lonely Planet. pp. 125–. ISBN 9781742203461. Retrieved 21 April 2014.
External links
- http://www.nat.is/travelguideeng/laugarvatn.htm (Information)
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