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Cycling in Iceland

Where to cycle in Iceland:

 

- Cyclists usually choose to cycle around route 1 that wraps around the country

- You can cycle just about anywhere in Iceland; there are no specific routes.

- Cycle through the highlands or interior Iceland

The best time to cycle through Iceland:

 

- Anytime is cycle time in Iceland!

- Look out for any puddles, ice patches, mud puddles or anything else that could harm you

Tips when cycling:

 

- Carry some food and lots of water

- Have a first Aid kit

- Wear layers; weather can change at anytime

- Carefully cross unbridged paths or turn around

- Carry a navigation system

- Carry a cell phone around for emergencies

- Do NOT damage Iceland's nature with careless operations on your cycle

Tours and bike services:

 

Visit: The Bike Company to see info on bike tours across Iceland or to rent bicycles

“The best rides are the ones where you bite off much more than you can chew, and live through it.” ~ Doug Bradbury

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