Visa Iceland is part of the Schengen Area and the EEA (European Economic Area). For citizens from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland: No visa required — entry with ID card or passport (both must be valid) Stay up to 90 days without registration No border controls when entering from the Schengen Area

Icelandic Króna (ISK) The Icelandic Króna is the smallest currency in the world by circulation . Current rate (2025/2026): 1€ ≈ 150 ISK . The Króna fluctuates significantly — before the financial crisis in 2008, it was 1€ = 90 ISK, then it fell to 1€ = 190 ISK. Coins: 1, 5, 10, 50, 100 ISK. Notes: 5

The Icelandic Highlands The highlands (Hálendið) make up about 40% of the country's area and are Iceland's last wilderness: Uninhabited, without infrastructure, only accessible via F-roads (Fjallvegir = mountain roads). It is a landscape of lava fields, colorful rhyolite mountains, glacial rivers, a

Iceland's Weather — Expect the Unexpected The Icelandic saying "Ef þér líkar ekki veðrið, bíddu í fimm mínútur" (If you don't like the weather, wait five minutes) is no exaggeration. In a single day, you can experience sunshine, rain, hail, snow, and storm — sometimes simultaneously. The weather is

General Safety Iceland is one of the safest countries in the world — the crime rate is extremely low, there is no army, and the police do not carry firearms (they are locked in the car). Violent crime against tourists is practically unknown. The only shot ever fired by the Icelandic police in the co

Supermarkets Food prices in Iceland are 50–100% higher than in Germany . The main supermarket chains by price: Supermarket Price Level Special Feature Bónus (pink piglet logo) Cheapest Discount supermarket, limited selection, short opening hours. The insider tip for budget travelers! Krónan Cheap Si

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Praktisch · Kapitel 11

Practical A–Z

Everything important for travel planning at a glance — from entry and money to F-roads and camping rules, to the Blue Lagoon and Icelandic weather.

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Entry & Visa

Visa Iceland is part of the Schengen Area and the EEA (European Economic Area). For citizens from Germany, Austria, and…

2

Money & Currency

Icelandic Króna (ISK) The Icelandic Króna is the smallest currency in the world by circulation . Current rate (2025/202…

3

F-Roads & Highlands

The Icelandic Highlands The highlands (Hálendið) make up about 40% of the country's area and are Iceland's last wildern…

4

Blue Lagoon — Booking & Tips

The World's Most Famous Thermal Bath The Blue Lagoon (Bláa Lónið) on the Reykjanes Peninsula is Iceland's number 1 tour…

5

Weather & Clothing

Iceland's Weather — Expect the Unexpected The Icelandic saying "Ef þér líkar ekki veðrið, bíddu í fimm mínútur" (If you…

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Camping & Wild Camping

Camping in Iceland Camping is the cheapest way to travel in Iceland, and the campsites are well-equipped. There are ove…

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Safety & Emergency

General Safety Iceland is one of the safest countries in the world — the crime rate is extremely low, there is no army,…

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Internet, SIM & Mobile

Mobile Network in Iceland Iceland has a surprisingly good mobile network along the Ring Road and in all towns. The thre…

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Shopping & Souvenirs

Supermarkets Food prices in Iceland are 50–100% higher than in Germany . The main supermarket chains by price: Supermar…

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