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Route 1-Ring Road is the main highway in Iceland.

Culture and History

Route 1, also known as the Ring Road, is the major highway in Iceland connecting most of the cities. It is 830 miles long (1330 km) and goes through the fjords, mountains, plateaus and flat land. Because Route 1 is the only road connecting east to west in Iceland, travelers should take precautions when crossing the country.

Cities
  1. Reykjavík
  2. Ísafjörður
  3. Blönduós
  4. Akureyri
  5. Húsavík
  6. Egilsstaðir
  7. Hornafjörður
  8. Vík
  9. Vestmannaeyjar
  10. Selfoss
National Parks/Lakes
  1. Blue Lagoon
  2. Þingvellir
  3. Gullfoss and Geysir
  4. Myvatn
  5. Dettifoss
  6. Jökulsarlon
  7. Skaftafell National Park

Prepare

Travel to Route 1-Ring Road - Visa Requirements

Get out

Stay safe

Map stops are located around the country (see photo) to assist tourists with nearby landmarks and local maps. Information about road signs, current traffic conditions, and a detailed road map can be found at the Iceland Traffic Council [1].

  • Highway Emergency: 112
  • Road conditions: +354 563-1500
  • Search and Rescue: +354 570-5900

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