Blue Lagoon – Serenity Beneath the Steam

Tucked among the volcanic rock plains of the Reykjanes peninsula, the Blue Lagoon appears almost otherworldly. This pool, formed by geothermal waters escaping from Earth’s fissures, shines a brilliant blue amidst the surrounding black lava rocks.

Clouds of steam dance across the water’s surface, caressing the faces of visitors before disappearing. Stepping into the water here feels like sinking into a comforting embrace. Björk, too, sought refuge from the whirlwind of fame in this natural spa, rejuvenating herself in its serene waters. While she swirled like a storm on stage, in the Blue Lagoon, she knew how to calm her spirit. It’s possible to see photographs of Björk swimming here with her young son, their faces reflecting peaceful smiles, their shoulders lifting the weight of the world with the steam. Beyond being a famous artist, as a mother, Björk valued these simple moments with her child, perhaps teaching him to float on the water’s surface while reminiscing about the swimming lessons of her own childhood in the pools of Reykjavik.

The Blue Lagoon nourishes not only the body but also the imagination. A faint mineral scent rising from the water and the sound of your own breathing create an environment where the outside world fades. The odd tranquility and otherworldly tones we hear in Björk’s music might well have been whispered by underground elves beneath these waters. At one time, Björk and her friends even filmed a mock tea party here for a music video of the Sugarcubes—raising their cups amidst the steam rising from the lava, celebrating Iceland’s absurd and mythical side.

As a traveler, when you gaze up at the sky submerged in this turquoise water, your sense of reality dissolves; clouds and steam merge. Closing your eyes, you might hear a woman’s voice humming a lullaby beneath the water. The tension in your shoulders melts away, and you share a piece of the inspiration that Björk has drawn from nature over the years. Emerging from the Blue Lagoon, your skin attains a silky smoothness from the minerals, and your mind opens up to new dreams. This stop refreshes you just as Björk might refresh her spirit here, linking deeply with the calm but profound energies of this extraordinary place.