When planning your Iceland road trip, you will need the appropriate vehicle as well as the most important information about driving conditions in Iceland. Driving in Iceland is one of the best ways to take in the amazing scenery and get out into nature, but it is essential to be aware of factors such as weather and road conditions in Iceland that make it different from driving in other places. Enterprise-Rent-A-Car car rental in Iceland has what you need to make your driving tour a safe and pleasant one.
Many visitors to Iceland take advantage of the unique opportunity of doing a self-drive tour around the entire country on the primary highway Route 1, known as the Ring Road. You can take as much time as you want to stop at amazing sites such as Thingvellir National Park, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, and any number of picturesque towns along the way. You’ll see mountains, glaciers, volcanoes, beaches, fjords, and much more. When you decide to embark on a road trip in Iceland, it is essential to know to rules of the road and be aware of the driving conditions that are uncommon in other countries.
The most important conditions to be aware of are extreme wind and ice. These elements are very common in Iceland in the winter, but can be a factor any time between October and May. A phenomenon called black ice can make driving particularly harrowing, since it is a type of ice that is hardly visible, except for a slight sheen on the road. If the temperature is below freezing, take extreme caution and watch out for the slippery roads.
Other aspects of driving in Iceland that are uncommon elsewhere include single lane bridges, sections of unpaved gravel, steep mountain passes, tunnels, and F-roads. F-roads are designated as such because of their difficulty and are usually only open for a short period during the summer, when there is no snow. They are closed in winter, even to heavy-duty vehicles with four-wheel drive, so it is best to always heed signs and closures.
When driving in Iceland, be aware of weather and road conditions and always prepare for the unpredictable. At Enterprise-Rent-A-Car, you will find all your needs for proper vehicles with GPS, insurance, and high safety standards met. Enterprise-Rent-A-Car has over 1.7 million cars in service all over the world, operating with a mission of customer-first service and high quality, high value rentals. To learn more about Enterprise-Rent-A-Car in Iceland, visit their website at www.enterpriserentacar.is.
Contact:
Gardar Saevarsson
Enterprise Rent A Car
+354 519 9300
gardar.saevarsson@ehiglobal.is
