The thermal waters of Iceland hide authentic treasures in this island-country. Sky Lagoon , the Guðlaug baths, Hófsos Y Blue Lagoon they constitute just some of the sites that have managed to interfere among the essentials of untamed disconnection.
Y Forest Lagoon either Skógarböð —as its name indicates in Icelandic—, it is outlined as the Iceland's new geothermal lagoon that we must not lose sight of, whose opening will take place in april 2022.
Settled in the north iceland , close to the city of Akureyri , saying Thermal bath It will offer an untouched landscape, where visitors will be dazzled by the views, the tranquility and the energy of the forest that surrounds them.
Forest Lagoon is Iceland's newest geothermal lagoon.
Its discovery was back in 2015, during the construction of the new Vaðlaheiði mountain tunnel in the north of Iceland —located on the opposite side of the Akureyri Fjord—. At that time, a geothermal hot water source , and later, 50°C water began to pour out of the cracks in the tunnel, halting construction work.
Although they decided to divert the water, continue with the works and open the tunnel in 2018, since then, near its entrance, the hot water cascades into the fjord following its diverted course, and feeding Forest Lagoon.
The design, inspired by nature, is in turn protected naturally by the forest. The trees provide protection from the wind and changing Icelandic weather, and help maintain the core temperature of the pool water, while also shielding bathers.
“Spend time relaxing in natural geothermal waters is an integral part of our culture here at Iceland . Geothermal baths relax, rejuvenate and energize. It is said to have a natural healing effect on the body and mind”, they point out from Forest Lagoon it's a statement.
The new opening offers an infinity pool, a cold pool and a sauna.
The Forest Lagoon location offers wide and impressive views of the fjords and mountains, as well as giving guests the opportunity to contemplate midnight sun, bucolic sunsets, northern lights and stars throughout the year.
The new opening is characterized by a infinity pool, a cold pool and a sauna , without omitting the forest trails that seamlessly connect these three experiences. The environment, meanwhile, has been completed with the placement of trees in and around bathing areas, and with the presence of natural rocks or cliffs in the integral walls of the building.
It contains the reception, large changing rooms, a restaurant and a outdoor viewing area . Drinks can be purchased at the two bars, and guests can also enjoy a dining experience of local Icelandic cuisine at the Bistro. Cocktails, coffee and cakes can be enjoyed by travelers both inside and outside, while from the restaurant area there is access to a terrace with views of the akureyri city and the mountains that surround it.
Views are also an essential part of Forest Lagoon.
The sustainability has been an important consideration during the development and construction of Forest Lagoon . All materials have been carefully selected to be ecological and sustainable, while the geothermal water in the pools will be 100% natural and no chemicals will be used.