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Visit Iceland
Iceland is a nation that is intricately beautiful. It hosts a relatively small number of visitors every year, yet features thundering waterfalls, basalt beaches, and untamed interiors to explore.
The terrain of Iceland can be perilous, but the rugged beauty of what lies before you will definitely take your breath away.
The weather of Iceland can be quite volatile. It is not unusual for a warm and sunny day to drop some flurries on your head. It can be helpful to plan a visit with a guided tour, but also plan to pack a variety of gear so you can be prepared for anything.
In return for planning ahead, you can enjoy unbelievable wilderness areas like the Hornstrandir, a nature reserve which sits on a peninsula in the Westfhords. Not only will you get to see unspoiled cliffs, but arctic foxes call this area home as well. Hiking and camping can be rustic, but it can also be incredibly rewarding.
Natural hot springs are abundant throughout Iceland. It’s a national pastime to sit in a hot spot, soak in the mineral waters, and have a conversation about the events of the day. Curiosity is a way of life in Iceland and being creative is more than just a hobby.
It may be a relatively small island nation, but the people of Iceland are used to thinking big. Being fun and creative isn’t just something to do in your free time. It’s a way of life. Plan your visit so you can get out there and have fun with them.
Travel and vacation in Iceland
Here you can find information about travel and holiday trips to Iceland. You will find travel deals as well as general travel information, guides, “good to know” and facts about Iceland. You will also find updated current weather and forecasts.
Map and distances
Country map and calculation of distances
Rent your transport
Vacation by "own" transport is easy and in most cases the cheapest solution.
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City Guides
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Coronavirus & travel restrictions Iceland
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Weather and forecast
Largest cities
See the list of the largest and most important cities in the country, and the size of the cities by population.
Important: the informations are from various external sources. If you are using the informations professional please seek official confirmation whether the figures are actual or not. Last update august 2017
| Rank | Name | Pop. |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reykjavík | 121,822 |
| 2 | Kópavogur | 33,181 |
| 3 | Hafnarfjörður | 27,870 |
| 4 | Akureyri | 17,915 |
| 5 | Garðabær | 11,885 |
| 6 | Mosfellsbær | 9,300 |
| 7 | Keflavík | 8,169 |
| 8 | Akranes | 6,754 |
| 9 | Selfoss | 6,512 |
| 10 | Seltjarnarnes | 4,411 |
| 11 | Njarðvík | 4,400 |
| 12 | Vestmannaeyjar | 4,272 |
| 13 | Ísafjörður | 3,629 |
| 14 | Grindavík | 2,991 |
| 15 | Sauðárkrókur | 2,635 |
| 16 | Álftanes | 2,498 |
| 17 | Hveragerði | 2,382 |
| 18 | Egilsstaðir | 2,319 |
| 19 | Húsavík | 2,184 |
| 20 | Borgarnes | 1,865 |
Official National Holidays
Below you can see the list with official national holidays in the country.
| Date | English | Local name | |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | New Year's Day | Nýársdagur | |
| Variable | Maundy Thursday | Skírdagur | |
| Variable | Good Friday | Föstudagurinn langi | |
| Variable | Easter Day | Páskadagur | |
| Variable | Easter Monday | Annar í páskum | |
| Variable | First Day of Summer | Sumardagurinn fyrsti | |
| May 1 | May Day | Verkalýðsdagurinn | |
| Variable | Ascension | Uppstigningardagur | |
| Variable | Whit Sunday | Hvítasunnudagur | |
| Variable | Whit Monday | Annar í hvítasunnu | |
| June 17 | Icelandic National Day | Þjóðhátíðardagurinn | |
| Variable | Commerce Day | Frídagur verslunarmanna | First Monday in August |
| December 24 | Christmas Eve | Aðfangadagur | |
| December 25 | Christmas Day | Jóladagur | |
| December 26 | Boxing Day | Annar í jólum | |
| December 31 | New Year's Eve | Gamlársdagur |
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