Reykjavik

Reykjavik (smoky city)

Iceland's geothermal power

Simply fascinating

Hellisheidi. The steaming boreholes are proof that this area is still volcanically active. We visit 'Orkan natturunnar', an energy power plant that supplies Reykjavik with electricity and hot water. The energy is obtained from underground hot springs.

Here, the greenhouses are heated with geothermal energy. In a local restaurant, we tried local delicacies such as various types of bread baked in the steam of hot springs. Very tasty banana bread, fruit bread, and and, and... with sweet and savory spreads.

During our journey, we saw a herd of about 30 galloping Icelandic horses. I was so fascinated that I forgot to take a photo.

Next, we continue to Thingvellir. In this national park, the tectonic Eurasian and American plates are drifting apart.

We then go for a photo stop at the Hengill volcano: we enjoy a fascinating view.

Along the hot water pipeline, the bus takes us back to the ship.

There is an energy in this country, it is incredible!