Laugarvatn

64°13′8.47″N
20°43′28.31″W

Laugarvatn is around 100 km from Reykjavík, placed midways between Þingvellir and Gullfoss- in the heart of the Golden Circle. The shortest way from Reykjavík lies through Þingvellir but the road from Þingvellir is partly a gravel road only open during summertime. The longer way lies towards Selfoss but turns left shortly before you get there for road no. 37 which takes you to Laugarvatn.

Laugarvatn has since long ago been a settlement for education and a popular summer resort among Icelanders. Today the population of Laugarvatn is around 250 but the number doubles during the winter month when the students arrive.

In the Laugardalur valley is a big area of cottages, hence there is various opportunity for leisure, i.e. one of the countries best sports-hall together with a outside swimmingpool and a fantastic sports-ground. By the lake of Laugarvatn it is possible to rent boats and windsurfing boards. All around Laugarvatn you will find lots of good walking paths, a golfcourse and an opportunity for angling in rivers and lakes, rent horses etc.

Laugarvatn is a very good place to stay for families with children and they are welcome at Gullkistan.