Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon began to form in 1976
when geothermal operations started at
Svartsengi Power Plant
on the Reykjanes Peninsula.
Mineral-rich geothermal wastewater collected in the surrounding lava fields,
creating the lagoon as it is known today.
A few years later, locals began bathing in the warm water,
soon discovering its beneficial effects on the skin,
particularly for people suffering from
psoriasis.
This discovery led to organized development,
and in 1994
Blue Lagoon Ltd.
took over the operation of the site.
Today, the Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most visited attractions,
popular with both international and domestic travelers.
The lagoon is renowned for its milky-blue color,
high mineral content and unique setting
amid lava fields and rising steam.
The company also operates specialized treatment facilities
for psoriasis patients,
using the geothermal seawater and related therapies
to help relieve symptoms.
The Blue Lagoon is located between
Reykjanesbær
and
Grindavík,
approximately 20 minutes from
Keflavík
and about 45 minutes from
Reykjavík.
From Reykjavík, travelers drive toward Reykjanesbær,
turn off toward Grindavík,
and from there it is only a five-minute drive
to the Blue Lagoon entrance.
Upplifðu Bláa Lónið, eitt þekktasta jarðhitabað Íslands, í einstöku hraunumhverfi á Reykjanesi.