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Cycling in Iceland reveals a land of unbelievable geological drama. From icebergs resting on black sand beaches to bubbling hot springs backdropped by jagged mountains, this island is like a playground for geologists. Cycle touring here is a true adventure with miles upon miles of gravel roads, significant distances between settlements and highly changeable weather. These challenges reward you ten times over, with epic views, tumbling waterfalls and astounding lava fields. 


Near Keflavik airport, see the lava at Fadgradalsfjall; in the north, discover Lake Myvatn with its exquisite islands and isolated mountains, and Dettifoss waterfall in Vatnajokull National Park; pedal through the streets of capital Reykjavik and marvel at the Jökulsárlón glacier in the south east. 


This untameable island has a ring road which can take you around the entire perimeter, along with a handful of other roads taking forays into the interior and many more gravel trails. All the cycle routes in Iceland outside of Reykjavik are remote, so pack everything you need including spares. The drama, wilderness and beauty of Iceland await.

Fossvogsbakkar – Grótta loop from Digranes
Intermediate
02:32
42.7 km
Intermediate
02:25
41.4 km
Easy
01:31
26.6 km
Intermediate
04:20
74.3 km
Expert
03:54
65.0 km
Intermediate
02:50
33.0 km
Expert
04:29
74.0 km
Intermediate
03:05
52.5 km
Easy
01:31
26.1 km
Intermediate
01:58
25.6 km

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    02:32
    42.7 km
    16.8 km/h
    110 m
    110 m
    Intermediate

    4.1

    (7)

    363

    Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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    02:25
    41.4 km
    17.1 km/h
    200 m
    200 m
    Intermediate

    151

    Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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    01:31
    26.6 km
    17.5 km/h
    60 m
    60 m
    Easy

    5.0

    (5)

    135

    Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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  5. 4
    04:20
    74.3 km
    17.1 km/h
    310 m
    310 m
    Intermediate

    129

    Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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  6. 5
    03:54
    65.0 km
    16.6 km/h
    470 m
    470 m
    Expert

    109

    Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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  7. 6
    02:50
    33.0 km
    11.6 km/h
    260 m
    260 m
    Intermediate

    96

    Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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  8. 7
    04:29
    74.0 km
    16.5 km/h
    570 m
    570 m
    Expert

    5.0

    (3)

    66

    Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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  9. 8
    03:05
    52.5 km
    17.0 km/h
    250 m
    250 m
    Intermediate

    5.0

    (1)

    193

    Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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  10. 9
    01:31
    26.1 km
    17.2 km/h
    100 m
    100 m
    Easy

    78

    Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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  11. 10
    01:58
    25.6 km
    13.0 km/h
    220 m
    220 m
    Intermediate

    74

    Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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