Rye Bread Tour (Geothermal Bakery)
Very Easy · From ISK 3.500 per person
About This Tour
Discover a unique Icelandic food tradition on the Geothermal Rye Bread Tour at Laugarvatn Fontana. See how Icelanders use natural geothermal heat to bake traditional dark rye bread in the ground.
This fun and informative experience takes approximately 30 minutes. During the tour, you will walk from Fontana Reception to the geothermal bakery by Lake Laugarvatn.
There, your guide will explain the baking process before you taste freshly baked Icelandic rye bread.
Discover Iceland’s Geothermal Bakery
First, take a short and easy walk from Laugarvatn Fontana to the warm lakeshore.
Here, natural geothermal heat turns the ground into a unique outdoor bakery. Traditional rye bread bakes underground for approximately 24 hours.
The slow baking process gives the bread its rich flavour and dark colour.
See How Icelandic Rye Bread Is Baked
At the geothermal bakery, learn how locals have used Iceland’s natural heat to prepare food.
Watch the bread come from the hot ground while your guide explains the process. You will also learn more about this traditional way of baking in a geothermal landscape.
The experience offers a fascinating look at the connection between Icelandic food culture and geothermal energy.
Taste Fresh Geothermal Rye Bread
Of course, the best part comes at the end.
After the demonstration, taste the freshly baked Icelandic rye bread. You can enjoy as many pieces as you like during the tasting.
A slice of smoked trout is also included, adding another traditional Icelandic flavour to the experience.
A Unique Golden Circle Food Experience
The Icelandic Geothermal Rye Bread Tour is a short and easy experience at Laugarvatn Fontana, located along Iceland’s famous Golden Circle.
It works well as a standalone activity or alongside a visit to the geothermal baths. However, admission to the Fontana geothermal baths is not included with this Rye Bread Tour.
The experience starts at Fontana Reception in Laugarvatn and takes approximately 30 minutes.
Tour Highlights
- See Icelandic rye bread baked with natural geothermal heat
- Visit the geothermal bakery by Lake Laugarvatn
- Learn how the bread bakes underground for 24 hours
- Taste freshly baked Icelandic rye bread
- Enjoy a slice of smoked trout
- Unique food experience at Laugarvatn Fontana
What’s Included
- Guided geothermal bakery experience
- Freshly baked rye bread tasting
- As many pieces of rye bread as you would like during the tasting
- Slice of smoked trout
Quick Facts
Availability: All Year
Difficulty: Very Easy
Pickup: No
Minimum Age: None
Price: From ISK 3.500 per person
Important Information
- Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
- The experience starts at Fontana Reception in Laugarvatn
- The tour includes a short and easy walk to the geothermal bakery by the lake
- Approximately half of the experience takes place outdoors
- Dress according to the weather
- The rye bread bakes underground using natural geothermal heat for approximately 24 hours
- Admission to the Fontana geothermal baths is not included with this experience
What to Bring
- Warm, weather-appropriate clothing
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera or phone
Cancellation Policy
- 100% cancellation fee if cancelled 1 day or less before the experience
- 50% cancellation fee if cancelled 2 days or less before the experience
- Free cancellation if cancelled at least 3 days before the experience
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Icelandic rye bread baked using geothermal heat?
The rye bread bakes underground in naturally heated ground by Lake Laugarvatn. The slow geothermal baking process takes approximately 24 hours.
How long is the Geothermal Rye Bread Tour?
The experience takes approximately 30 minutes and includes a short walk, demonstration and rye bread tasting.
Can I taste the geothermal rye bread?
Yes. After the demonstration, you can taste the freshly baked Icelandic rye bread, and a slice of smoked trout is also included.
Where does the Rye Bread Tour start?
The experience starts at Fontana Reception in Laugarvatn, followed by a short walk to the geothermal bakery by the lake.
Does the Rye Bread Tour include admission to Laugarvatn Fontana baths?
No. Admission to the geothermal baths is not included with the Rye Bread Tour. You can combine the experiences by booking geothermal bathing separately.