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Outdoor Project
The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
Krauma Geothermal Baths are located in a modern building in West Iceland.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
The reception area offers towers, bathing suits, and bathrobes for rent, in addition to admission and restaurant table reservations.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
With an aim for relaxation, the building's lobby has several sitting areas with views of the pools.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
Different pools vary in size and temperature, offering a variety of soaking opportunities.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
A small cold pool offers the chance for a quick chilling dip.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
A larger pool with a platform for sunbathing in the center sits at the center of the pool deck.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
Circular hot tubs are perched with open views to the countryside and nearby mountains.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
The modern building, which also houses two steam rooms, stands in stoic black contrast to the colorful pool waters.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
Krauma Geothermal Baths get their water from the adjacent Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful geothermal spring, which emits 180 liters of water per second at 100˚C.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
A relaxation room offers a quiet atmosphere heated by a central wood fire.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
The restaurant offers a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, which bathers are welcome to take to the pool area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
12/11/2018
The restaurant menu offers snacks and meals, with different dietary preferences accounted for.