Laugarvatn Explained

Laugarvatn
Location:Iceland
Coords:64.2111°N -20.7111°W
Basin Countries:Iceland
Area:2.14km2
Cities:Bláskógabyggð
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Pushpin Map Alt:Location of Laugarvatn in Iceland.

Laugarvatn (pronounced as /is/) is the name of a lake and a small town in the south of Iceland. The lake is 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. The lake contains geothermal springs under its surface, making it a popular swimming spot with some warm patches along the shoreline year-round.

Education

Menntaskólinn að Laugarvatni (ML), a boarding gymnasium with approximately 200 students, is located in the town. Iceland University of Education's division of Sport and Physical Education was also located here.

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Notes and References

  1. Book: Parnell. Fran. Presser. Brandon. Lonely Planet Iceland. 21 April 2014. 2010-09-01. Lonely Planet. 9781742203461. 125–.