Driving in Iceland // 10 Things to Know
Driving in Iceland was such a pleasure, because the Ring Road is full of waterfalls, mountain ranges, fjords, and other stunning scenery.
That said, there are a lot of things I wish I'd known before renting a car!
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Here's a breakdown:
1. Only a few rental car companies have service right at the airport. For many, you'll have to wait for a shuttle to pick you up to go to their off-site location.
2. Bring a debit card with a pin for gas, since many gas stations don't take credit cards. Also, be sure to put a travel alert on your card to make sure it works.
3. Signage is good on the Ring Road,
4. The Ring Road is paved nicely, and has very little traffic.
5. Watch out for farm animals and wildlife.
6. Bridges narrow to one lane on the Ring Road.
7. Be prepared for snow on mountain passes most months of the year.
8. Use Road.is for road conditions any time of year.
9. The speed limit tops out at 90 km per hour.
10. We only saw one person pulled over by police, but watch for photo radar traps.
This video is primarily geared toward renting a car, rather than the camper vans which are very popular among tourists.
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Visit Iceland - Advice for Driving in Iceland
Iceland is a spectacular country to visit, but to get the full Iceland experience you are going to need to have your own transportation. This video covers what travelers and especially tourist drivers need to know about driving around Iceland. From the one lane bridges to the narrow roads to the courteous drivers and all those manual transmission cars.
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11 ESSENTIAL Iceland Driving Tips for Tourists in Summer
In this video, we discuss 11 essential driving tips for tourists taking their first road trip across Iceland. It is a very easy country to drive across in the summertime and the roads generally quiet, but there are some nuances that are worth knowing before your first time in Iceland.
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03:05 4. You will want to pull over constantly, but do so safely!
03:59 5. Gravel roads can be more perilous than they appear!
04:43 6. Gas stations
05.19 7. You don’t really need navigation apps
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07:16 10. Be careful of wildlife
07:42 11. Driving is incredibly easy in Iceland!
Road Signs For Driving in Iceland
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Tips For DRIVING IN ICELAND! -- Laws, Safety, and What to Expect
If you are planning an Iceland road trip, watch this first! I will go over everything you need to know about driving in Iceland including laws, safety, and road conditions.
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00:45 - Why Rent a Vehicle in Iceland
02:05 - Basics of Driving in Iceland
02:57 - No Off-Roading
03:50 - Weather Safety
05:01 - Sheep
05:18 - Single Lane Bridges
05:35 - Parking in Iceland
06:36 - Get Gas Often
07:04 - Speed Limits in Iceland
08:12 - Road Signs in Iceland
08:48 - F-Roads
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Driving in Iceland: One lane bridges, gorgeous sights, death defying switchbacks
Hey there fellow travelers, today we are looking at the best and worst parts of driving around Iceland. Whether you are a road trip master or it is your first time driving abroad, here are some things that every tourist heading to Iceland should know if they are going to rent a car while there.
You can see the icebergs, glaciers, fjords, puffins, and so much more, but you will need your own transportation to get the most out of visiting Iceland.
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Driving Across a Single-Lane Bridge in Iceland
One-Lane Bridge crossing in Iceland
No one in Iceland ever built a bridge for two, so throughout the country you need to keep an eye out (over and over again) for one-lane bridge signs. They aren't kidding. There is most definitely NOT room for two on any of these bridges. This rainy day crossing will give you an idea what it looks like in your rental car. Happy driving!
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Insanely narrow bridge in Iceland
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One lane bridges are not uncommon in Iceland. This one was remarkably narrow. It feels like a car could not possibly fit as you approach. Rarely am I uncomfortable driving, but I was this time.
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