Top 5 Motorcycle Routes in Iceland You Shouldn’t Miss
Iceland is made for adventure motorcycling.
From winding coastal roads to raw mountain tracks, here are 5 unforgettable routes you’ll love:
🏔️ 1. Golden Circle & South Coast
Distance: ~300 km round trip
Highlights: Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir, Thingvellir National Park, Seljalandsfoss.
This is the classic Iceland route—perfect if you have 1–2 days. Ride from Reykjavík to see powerful waterfalls and volcanic landscapes.
🌋 2. Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Distance: ~400 km round trip
Highlights: Snæfellsjökull glacier, black beaches, lava fields.
Often called “Iceland in Miniature,” this area has everything: mountains, cliffs, beaches, and glacier views. A great 1–2 day ride.
🗻 3. The Westfjords
Distance: ~1,000 km round trip
Highlights: Dynjandi waterfall, remote fjords, puffin colonies.
Wild, less visited, and incredibly scenic. Expect gravel roads, twisting passes, and endless solitude. Allow 3–4 days.
🏞️ 4. Landmannalaugar (F-roads)
Distance: ~250 km round trip from Reykjavík
Highlights: Colorful rhyolite mountains, hot springs, lava fields.
An adventurous route that requires crossing rivers and riding gravel mountain tracks. Only attempt with the right bike, insurance, and experience. Best in July–August.
🌊 5. Reykjanes Peninsula
Distance: ~150 km loop
Highlights: Geothermal areas, volcanic craters, Blue Lagoon.
A fantastic day ride close to our shop. Perfect if you want to start or end your trip with something easy but impressive.
Pro Tip: Always check road conditions on road.is and weather forecasts before you set off.
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