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Iceland

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When to visit

NOT BUSYJan0°15d rain
NOT BUSYFeb0°13d rain
MODERATEMar1°14d rain
MODERATEApr3°12d rain
MODERATEMay6°11d rain
BUSYJun10°10d rainBEST
VERY BUSYJul11°10d rainBEST
BUSYAug11°12d rainBEST
MODERATESep8°14d rainBEST
MODERATEOct4°17d rain
NOT BUSYNov1°16d rain
MODERATEDec0°16d rain

Attractions à Iceland

Þingvellir National Park (Thingvellir)

1. Þingvellir National Park (Thingvellir)

4.7 (23,732)
Parc nationalAttraction touristiqueNature PreserveParcPoint d'intérêt

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Geysir Geothermal Area / Strokkur

2. Geysir Geothermal Area / Strokkur

4.7 (12,897)
Attraction touristiquePoint d'intérêtÉtablissement

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Gullfoss Waterfall

3. Gullfoss Waterfall

4.9 (5,303)
Caractéristique naturelleÉtablissement

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Blue Lagoon (Grindavík)

4. Blue Lagoon (Grindavík)

4.6 (31,475)
Public BathSpaPoint d'intérêtÉtablissement

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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

5. Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

4.9 (2,881)
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Skaftafell (Vatnajökull National Park - Skaftafell)

6. Skaftafell (Vatnajökull National Park - Skaftafell)

4.7 (3,248)
Nature PreserveAttraction touristiqueParc nationalParcPoint d'intérêt

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Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

7. Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

4.8 (3,226)
Caractéristique naturelleÉtablissement

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Skógafoss Waterfall

8. Skógafoss Waterfall

4.9 (4,138)
Caractéristique naturelleÉtablissement

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Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach (Reynisfjara, Vík)

9. Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach (Reynisfjara, Vík)

4.8 (2,331)
Attraction touristiquePoint d'intérêtÉtablissement

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Kirkjufell (mountain and waterfall, Grundarfjörður)

10. Kirkjufell (mountain and waterfall, Grundarfjörður)

4.6 (6,900)
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Popular Cities in Iceland

Traditional Sweet Dishes

Kleina

Kleina

Kleina's twisted knot shape comes from old Norse recipes, and this crisp fried pastry was traditionally served with coffee to warm fishermen on long voyages.

Skyr cake

Skyr cake

Skyr cake turns ancient Icelandic cultured cheese into a lush, tangy dessert, so creamy it feels indulgent despite being surprisingly low in fat.

Traditional Savory Dishes

Lamb stew

Lamb stew

Icelandic lamb stew, or kjötsúpa, showcases meat from free-roaming sheep that graze on wild herbs and lava fields, giving the broth a subtly floral and mineral character.

Plokkfiskur

Plokkfiskur

Plokkfiskur is a thrifty, comforting mash of cod and potatoes that began as a way to rescue fish leftovers, and its creamy texture has made it a beloved staple from home kitchens to restaurants.

Traditional Beverages

Brennivín

Brennivín

Brennivín is a caraway-flavored schnapps known as Black Death by some, and it is the traditional pairing for the famously pungent Icelandic fermented shark.

Skyr smoothie

Skyr smoothie

Skyr smoothies turn centuries-old cultured dairy into a modern high-protein drink, combining velvety thickness and bright tang that keeps you full longer.

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Day trips

Golden Circle (Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss)

100 km 1–1.5h by car

Classic loop: national park, geysers, and a major waterfall.

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Blue Lagoon & Reykjanes Peninsula

50 km 45 min by car

Geothermal spa near dramatic volcanic coastline.

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South Coast (Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Vík)

187 km 2–2.5h by car

Waterfalls, black sand beach, and dramatic cliffs.

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Snæfellsnes Peninsula

160 km 2–2.5h by car

Compact Iceland: lava fields, coastal villages, glacier.

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Westman Islands (Vestmannaeyjar)

160 km 2.5–3h (drive + ferry) or 25–30 min flight

Volcanic island with puffins and dramatic sea cliffs.

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Commentaires (10)

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Marina S.

Weather is wild, one minute sunny, next sleet, but the landscapes make it worth it; plan extra clothes and patience.

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Ruben C.

Food is pricey and portions small, but the lamb and seafood are outstanding; budget accordingly or hit grocery stores.

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Viviana P.

Fill your tank whenever you see gas, especially outside Reykjavik; some stretches have no stations for 100+ km.

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Octavio T.

Rent a 4x4 in winter, avoid backroad adventures alone, and always check official road updates before driving.

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Esteban H.

Go to bakeries for cheap hot meals, or grab the lunch menu instead of dinner; avoid main square restaurants for real prices.

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Getting there

From KEF take Flybus/shuttle (45–60 min); from RKV use taxi or city bus (5–10 min).

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Visa & entry

Schengen Area
Max stay: 90 days
Visa-free access

EU/EEA, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Switzerland, many others

Visa required

Citizens of countries not on the Schengen visa-waiver list typically need a Schengen visa

Schengen rules apply—total stay ≤90 days in any 180-day period; check official list before travel.

Informations utiles pour Iceland

Lieux de shopping populairesLaugavegur, Kringlan, Smáralind
Lieux de vie nocturne populairesLaugavegur, Austurstræti
Restaurants décontractés populairesIcelandic Street Food, Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur
Restaurants chics populairesDill, Matur og Drykkur
Cafés populairesReykjavík Roasters, Kaffibrennslan
Eau du robinet potableOui
Visa nomade numériqueNon
Meilleure application de taxiHreyfill, Taxi Reykjavík
Prix taxi / km$2.1
Touristes / an2000000
Population366425
Vitesse internet mobile150 Mbps
Taux de chômage4.5 %
Taux de pauvreté8.5 %
Revenu moyen / mois$4300
Coût de la vie moyen / mois$2800
Prix hôtel / nuit à partir de$80
Prix bière à partir de$10
Prix café à partir de$4.5
Prix street food à partir de$8
Prix repas au restaurant à partir de$20
Monnaie localeISK
Types de prises électriquesC, F
ReligionsLutheran, Non-religious
Langues parléesIcelandic, English
Groupes ethniquesIcelandic, Other European
Orientation politiquecenter-left
Densité de population3.5 /km²
Superficie géographique103000 km²
Catastrophes naturelles possiblesVolcanic eruptions, Earthquakes, Glacial floods
Animaux dangereuxArctic fox (rare)
Lieux populaires pour une promenadeReykjavík waterfront, Hallgrímskirkja, Perlan, Laugardalur
Transports publics populairesStrætó bus network
Compagnies aériennesIcelandair, Play Airlines, WOW Air (ceased operations)
Vaccinations recommandéesRoutine vaccines, Hepatitis A (if prolonged stay)
Types d'architectureVernacular turf houses, Modernist, Contemporary Nordic
Consommation moyenne de bière par personne / an74 l
Consommation moyenne de vin par personne / an12 l
Culture du pourboireNot required, Small tip appreciated in restaurants
Coworking / jour$15
Airbnb / mois$2600
Loyer 1 chambre / mois$1300
Salle de sport / mois$50
Budget quotidien (routard)$80
Budget quotidien (gamme moyenne)$220

Aperçu pour Iceland

Maîtrise de l'anglaisTrès bon
Sécurité routièreBon
Accueil des étrangersBon
Liberté d'expressionTrès bon
Transports en communMoyen
Soins de santéTrès bon
Qualité de l'éducationTrès bon
Fiabilité du réseau électriqueTrès bon
Sécurité face à la criminalité violenteTrès bon
Accessibilité à piedBon
Vie nocturneMoyen
Scène gastronomiqueBon
LGBTQ+ friendlyBon
Scène startupBon
Niveau de bruitMauvais
PropretéTrès bon
Accès à la natureTrès bon

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