A comfortable little pool in a prime location next to the campsite. The pool is around 70 meters long, with a shallow wading section for children and two hot tubs. The hot tubs are open all year but the swimming pool is only open during the summer.

Swimming pools are an integral part of Icelandic culture and has been ever since people started gathering in natural hot springs in the past. It's where people meet an talk about everything from the weather to politics. Entering one of those pools is really the easiest way to immerse yourself in the local culture.

PS. They're almost all geothermally heated!

QUICK NOTES:

• What it is: A swimming pool in Grundarfjörður, Snæfellsnes.

• Best season: Any! But opening hours might be limited during winter.

• Opening hours: Please check the website.

• Nice to know: Usually you can rent swim wear and a towel at the swimming pool. In most pools in Iceland, admission is FREE for kids and senior visitors (67+).