What are the most spectacular roads in Iceland?

Iceland, a land where fire and ice coexist in harmony, promises an unparalleled road trip experience that lingers in memory. As you navigate its roads, you'll find vast lava fields brushing against ice-capped mountains, while geysers burst forth amidst tranquil hot springs.

The iconic Route 1, or the Ring Road, encapsulates the essence of this land, running 830 miles and weaving a tapestry of diverse landscapes, from cascading waterfalls to serene fjords. Yet, for those who dare, venturing off this beaten path reveals even more treasures. The Askja Road, for instance, unfolds as one of Earth's most scenic expeditions, every mile narrating tales of geology and time. Road 622, however, challenges the brave with its hazardous paths below sea level, especially when the tide rises. While Öxi Pass, elevated at 539m, is a testament to Iceland's raw beauty, it demands respect, especially during the volatile weather outside of summer.

Every journey on these roads is a testament to nature's grandeur, punctuated by surreal surprises and moments of awe. So, pack your sense of adventure, and let Iceland's roads lead you on a journey where legends come alive, and landscapes redefine wonder.

F902 (Kverkfjallaleið) is a very demanding drive located in southeast Iceland in the northern part of the Vatnajökull glacier, with breathtaking landscapes and rugged potentially difficult river crossings.

F899 (Flateyjardalsvegur) is a demanding drive located on the north coast of Iceland. It's only suitable for 4x4 vehicles with very high ground clearance: along the way there are a few small fords to cross.

Located within the Friðland að Fjallabaki park, F224 (Landmannalaugavegur) is a short mountain road located in the south of Iceland. It leads to a mountain hut in the valley of Landmannalaugar. It's only suitable for 4x4 vehicles with very high ground clearance and experienced drivers.

F734 (Vesturheiðarvegur) is a very demanding drive with breathtaking landscapes and rugged with rivers located in the Northwestern Region of Iceland. With a few deep rivers crossings, someone said this a road ‘for those with balls of steel’.

Situated in the Southern Region of Iceland, near the Lakagígar region, the F207 (Lakagígavegur) is a very challenging journey with breathtaking landscapes and rugged with rivers. Only for 4x4 vehicles with significant fording capacity. No service or network.

F228 (Veiðivatnaleið) is a very exciting drive located in the south of Iceland. The drive offers breathtaking landscapes but it's only suitable for 4x4 vehicles with very high ground clearance and experienced drivers – there are two fords to cross.

F335 (Hagavatnsvegur) is a mountain road located in the Southern Region of Iceland. It's only suitable for 4x4 vehicles with very high ground clearance: along the way there are unbridged rivers to cross.

Road 745 (Skagavegur) is a very scenic coastal road located on the north coast of Iceland, on the east coast of the bay Húnaflói. The coast has very unique rock formations.

Located in the Northeastern Region of Iceland, F881 (Dragaleið) is a very remote journey with breathtaking landscapes.

Svínaskarð Pass is a mountain pass at an elevation of 485m (1,591ft) above the sea level, located in southwestern Iceland. It’s said to be one of the most dangerous roads in the country.

Situated in the Northwestern Region of Iceland the F735 (Þjófadalavegur) is a difficult journey with breathtaking landscapes and rugged with a river. Only for 4x4 vehicles with significant fording capacity. No service or network.

Situated on the small peninsula of Seljanes in the Westfords, in northwestern Iceland, the F649 (Ófeigsfjarðarvegur) is a very demanding drive with breathtaking landscapes and rugged with rivers. Only for 4x4 vehicles with significant fording capacity. No service or network.

Road 953 (Mjóafjardarvegur) is a very scenic gravel track located in the Eastfjords of Iceland. The journey offers magnificent views out to sea. The road is extraordinary in itself.

Road 955 (Vattarnesvegur) is a very scenic journey located around the Vattarnes peninsula, in the Eastern Region of Iceland.

Situated in the Southern Region of Iceland the F229 (Jökulheimaleið) is a difficult journey with breathtaking landscapes and rugged with rivers. Only for 4x4 vehicles with significant fording capacity. No service or network.

F894 (Öskjuvatnsvegur) is a very demanding journey located in the Northeastern Region of Iceland. It's only suitable for 4x4 vehicles with very high ground clearance.

Located in the Southern Region of Iceland the F223 (Eldgjárvegur) is a challenging drive with breathtaking landscapes. Only for 4x4 vehicles with significant fording capacity. No service or network.

Húsavík Mountain is a mountain peak at an elevation of 378m (1,240ft) above the sea level, located on the north coast of Iceland on the shores of Skjálfandi bay. It offers a panoramic view of the surroundings. The average gradient is 10.4%.

Located in East Iceland, Dalatangi was the first lighthouse in the country. The drive offers a magnificent view out to sea.

Lake Frostastaðavatn is a highland lake at an elevation of 573m (1,879ft) above the sea level, located in the south of Iceland.

Located in Viðfjörður, a fjord stretching south from the Norðfjörður bay in the Eastern Region of Iceland the F959 (Viðfjarðarvegur) is a very challenging drive. Strange incidents were reported to happen on the area.

Vatnsskarð is a mountain pass at an elevation of 200m (656ft) above the sea level located in Southern Peninsula Reykjanesskagi, in southwest Iceland.

Námaskarð is a mountain pass at an elevation of 409m (1,341ft) above the sea level, located in the north of Iceland. The area is otherworldly, a sulfuric martian landscape.

Ennisháls Pass is a mountain pass at an elevation of 280m (918ft) above the sea level, located in the western part of Iceland.

Road 590 (Klofningsvegur) is a very scenic bumpy route located in the mountainous Klofningsvegur Peninsula, in Western Region, on the western coast of Iceland.

Ring Road, also known as Route 1, is a national road that runs around Iceland. It is 1,332 Kilometres in length, and connects most of the towns and landmarks together in Iceland. From Reykjavik it goes north to Blönduós and Akureyri, to the eastern city of Egilsstaðir, down to Höfn, and finally follows the south coast back to Selfoss.

Siglufjardarskard is a mountain pass at an elevation of 701m (2,299ft) above the sea level, located on the border of Northeastern and Northwestern regions, in the north of Iceland. The road is not for those who are afraid of height. The road requires slow, careful driving.

F333 (Haukadalsvegur) is a scenic journey located in the Southern Region of Iceland. It's only suitable for 4x4 vehicles with very high ground clearance: along the way there is a small river crossing a few km north of the Haukadalskirkja Church.

Almannaskard is a mountain pass at an elevation of 162m (531ft) above the sea level, located in the Eastern Region of Iceland.

Road 643 (Strandavegur) is a very remote drive running along the coastline of the Westfjords region of Iceland.

Situated in the Western Region of Iceland the F508 (Skorradalsvegur) is a difficult journey with breathtaking landscapes and rugged with rivers. Only for 4x4 vehicles with significant fording capacity. No service or network.

Located in the Northeastern Region of Iceland, Dettifoss waterfall is said to be the second most powerful waterfall in Europe measured by volume of water.

Located in the Eastern Region of Iceland the F903 (Hvannalindavegur) is an exciting journey with breathtaking landscapes following a small river and crossing it twice.

Oddsskardsgong is a mountain tunnel at an elevation of 631m (2,070ft) above the sea level, located in eastern Iceland.

Located on the Westfjords, a large peninsula in northwestern Iceland, Road 24 (Ingjaldssandsvegur) is one of the most remote drives of the country. The road requires slow, careful driving.

Steingrimsfjörðurheiði pass is a mountain pass at an elevation of 440m (1,443ft) above the sea level located in the Icelandic Westfjords.

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