Seljavallalaug

Landscape print of an abandoned swimming pool Seljavallalaug, printed on archival quality fine art paper. This mountain print is available in three sizes: 100x70, 50x70 and 30x40 (cm).

The abandoned swimming pool Seljavallalaug in South Iceland is one of a kind. It’s location is quite extraordinary. Seljavallalaug is set in a secluded valley, surrounded by picturesque mountains. Although the pool is not really far away from the main road around the island, getting there is a real adventure. It seems as if it was located somewhere at the end of the world.

Seljavallalaug is the oldest swimming pool in Iceland, built in 1923. For many years it was a secret meeting place for the locals, who made their first steps in swimming. Even today, it’s an off-the-beaten-track attraction, as no road signs lead to it.

For half a year, we lived just a few kilometers from Seljavallalaug. What we enjoyed most, were lonely baths in the middle of the night. We didn’t have to find our way using a torch, as it doesn’t get dark in Iceland in the summer. This photograph was taken at 2 a.m.