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Swimming pools in Iceland


Swimming is a part of the icelandic lifestyle, wheather you are young or old, to visit the swimming pools in Iceland at least once a week to have a swim, to relax in the hot pools or to meet friends and have a chat.  Icelanders have discovered the healthfull effect. the spring water has on people recovering from accidents or dealing with artitis and similar diseases. All of the Icelands swimming facilities have several hot pots, each kept at a different temperature, from 37°C & 42°C, equivalent to 98°F - 111°F.

A unique aspect of Reykjavík's swimming pools when compared with Europe is that most are outdoors. Many undoubtedly shiver at the mere thought of bathing outside surrounded by frost and snow, but research has shown that there are various benefits associated with this. It is healthier for heart and asthma patients to be outside in hot water breathing fresh air than to breathe the warm, humid air of indoor swimming facilities. It also appears that the combination of warm water and cold air has a very positive effect on the human body.

It should be pointed out that no one gets cold in the pools as they are kept at an average temperature of 29°C (84°F). Swimming at Reykjavík's pools is indeed a unique experience that increases well being and improves overall health. When you travel around Iceland you will discover that every willage or town has it's own pool to the delight of the traveler.