Flúðir

In the south lowland, not far from the Golden Circle is the village Flúðir one of few villages in Iceland that are not by the coastline.
Often referred to as the ‘fruit and vegetable bowl of Iceland’, Flúðir today boasts of much more than just popular farming scenery, thanks to amazing experiences tourists have taken back and have spread the word over.

Secret lagoon Often referred to as the ‘fruit and vegetable bowl of Iceland’, Flúðir today boasts of much more than just popular farming scenery, thanks to amazing experiences tourists have taken back and have spread the word over.

Flúðir village, in Hrunamannahreppur municipality in the south, about 100 kms from Reykjavik, has become all the more popular thanks to its proximity to some of Iceland’s most popular destinations – Geysir and Gullfoss – (Golden Circle tour). Tourism was further propelled in this region, during the past decade, when family-owned businesses were revived, as is the case with the Secret Lagoon. Other well-traversed places of interest include Skálholt Cathedral, Bruarhlod Bridges, Samansafnið – History Museum and Gallery, Selsvöllur golf course, Hrunalaug hot springs and geysers etc.

In the south lowland, not far from the Golden Circle is the village Flúðir.

Flúðir is one of few villages in Iceland that are not by the coastline. In the area are a big production of mushrooms and a lot of green houses. Surrounded by farms this is an agricultural area. In the village are a supermarket, nice hotel and very good camping area.

The most known tourist attraction in the area is The Secret lagoon or Gamla laugin in Icelandic. The oldest swimming pool in the country, the natural swimming pool which is now one of the big attractions for tourists.

You will enjoy the old-world charm with weather-beaten farmhouses, nonchalant style, riding alongside Hvita river, some regional delicacies (including local trout and salmon), hot springs and comfortable lodging options in Flúðir.