The state supports continued development of Seltún

The unmatched beauty of Seltjörn

The municipality of Hafnarfjörður received a grant of ISK 13.6 million for the continued development and maintenance of Seltún when Lilja Dögg Alfreðsdóttir, Minister of Culture and Trade, allocated grants from the Tourist Attraction Development Fund for the year 2024. This year, 29 projects received grants from the fund, totalling at ISK 538.7 million. The grants are distributed throughout the country.

As stated on the website of the Government of Iceland, the Tourist Attraction Development Fund operates in accordance with Act No. 75/2011. The objective of the fund is to promote the development, maintenance and protection of tourist attractions. Also to more evenly distribute tourists around the country and support regional development. The projects that receive funding this year relate to diverse development throughout the country, in the fields of safety, nature conservation and infrastructure development, among others. Many of the projects are defined on a destination plan within their area and are carried out on the premises of the locals.

29 grants around the country

“This year’s grants go to projects around the country, large and small, which are all important. The development is in accordance with the new tourism policy and action plan for 2030 that I have submitted to the Icelandic Parliament and is based on an overall vision for each region, like through the locals’ destination plans. With this support, we are contributing to a better experience and accessibility for tourists, increased safety and the protection of Iceland’s fragile nature. These are key points in the sustainability of Icelandic tourism, which is our guiding light,” says the Minister on the website of the Government of Iceland.

Seltjörn has received quite a few grants over the years. In 2017, paved surfaces were installed in the parking lot and paths were repaired. In 2018, work began on preparations for the expansion of the bathroom facilities, which included running water from a borehole to Seltún, but the new facilities opened in 2020. Walking platforms and a recreational area have also been built at the high-temperature area. Now continued development and maintenance is further strengthened.

One of Iceland’s most beautiful natural wonders

Seltún, in Krýsuvík, is a very active explosive crater and borehole area. Krýsuvík is one of Iceland’s most beautiful natural wonders and the diverse colors of nature in the hot spring area by Seltún fascinates many. Maintenance of paths and the development of hiking trails at this popular tourist destination is a priority for the town of Hafnarfjörður, and there are plans for further development of the facilities in the area in the coming years.

Indeed, that is good news for all of us!