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landscape, natural characteristics and the rich bird life, and these areas also have great value as outdoor recreational areas. The Day of the Environment is celebrated in Iceland on the 25th of April each year. On this

Langisandur is the name of a stretch of coast about one kilometre in length that through the years has featured prominently in the daily lives of the townspeople as a colourful outdoor recreation area. There is ... of all ages, as well as a beach volleyball court and small soccer pitches. There is also a barbecue pagoda, a miniature golf course and equipment for outdoor play that visitors are free to use. Akratorg, the ... also promotes easy access to the forestry areas in Akranes for people who wish to improve their health through outdoor activities. There are 17 play areas in Akranes, located in every district of the town and

feature of the landscape and environment of the peninsula. The populated area extends from the southernmost tip of Akranes (Suðurflös) to the north/northeast towards Garðaflói. There are many opportunities for outdoor activities in nature areas as diverse

Transportation is an important policy area in Akranes, just like in other municipalities. Akranes town supervises and attends to open areas, footpaths and cycling routes, areas for outdoor activities and forestry, and

Akranes has many and varied options for promoting and maintaining the fitness of its residents. The town's surroundings are ideal for physical exercise and outdoor activities of any kind. The town is very well suited ... for cycling and there are virtually no hills to be found in Akranes. There is a large number of footpaths that are ideal for walking and jogging. Langisandur is one of the most popular areas for the locals when it comes to outdoor activities and is

swimming pools free of charge. Jaðarsbakkalaug is a 25m outdoor pool with 2 hot tubs, a steam room and a water slide. It is a fun pool for the family, for enthusiastic swimmers and for outdoor activities in

outdoor activities as Akranes – both within and around the town limits. The Municipal Council is the governing body of Akranes and decides on how to make use of sources of income, what loans to take, how to allocate

from Reykjavík, the town regularly welcomes visitors calling in before continuing to the Snæfellsnes peninsula. . OUTDOOR  ACTIVITIES. In Langisandur beach you can