Iceland for people with reduced mobility
Looking to get closer to nature? Iceland, nicknamed the land of ice and fire, will take your breath away! Although very touristic, this destination has managed to preserve its unique environment. You might think that Iceland is not an accessible destination, but it is.
Waterfalls are one of the main attractions, and there are countless of them. This requires two factors: water and relief, and good news is that Iceland has both in abundance. Gulfoss, Skogafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Godafoss, Hraunfossar… You will see a lot but you will never get tired of it.
The animals you will see the most are the horses. Indeed, there are many stud farms throughout the country. If you are lucky, you may see wild reindeer in the east. There are many wild animals in the air and sea: geese, puJns, dolphins, whales, seals, …
Geothermal activity can be seen in all four parts of the country, whether in the form of geysers such as Strokkur, which is one of Iceland’s most impressive phenomena, or in the form of natural hot springs at around 40°C, where bathing is an incredible experience, especially when the temperature outside is negative.
Don’t miss the breathtaking landscapes such as the Sólheimajökull glacier, the panorama of the black sand beach from Dyrhólaey, the fjords between Akureyri and Vidhvik or the incredible Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon. These are landscapes we are not used to and which make this country a magical place.
The Land of Fire would not be so without its countless volcanoes, some of which are still active. You will be able to get close to some of them and even climb the Kerið crater. Many other sites bear witness to past geological activity, such as the incredible Thingvellir National Park, where many faults can still be seen.
In the past, the Icelandic diet was simple and unvaried due to the inhospitable climate and geographical isolation. With technological progress, Icelandic gastronomy is constantly evolving, but popular dishes are still based on fish, sheep or skyr. Farms heated by hot springs produce very good products, and you can even eat there!
This country is worth visiting in summer and winter. The weather can change very quickly. There is a saying that goes “if you don’t like the weather, wait for 5 minutes”.
In winter, you can see the Northern Lights and be almost alone in front of the wonders, but some places will be inaccessible.
In summer, you can enjoy milder temperatures and discover the midnight sun, but there will be more tourists and the prices will be high. Each season has its advantages and disadvantages, which is part of the charm of this wild and mysterious country.
However, this requires a lot of preparation, which is why we have created our PRM Iceland travel guide to make your life easier!
Our PRM Iceland travel guide
This guide took 3 weeks of research and about 300 hours of study.
You will find:
8 cities
80 accommodations with different levels of accessibility
71 interesting places to visit
5 accessible hot springs
2 national parks
24 recommended restaurants
Our guides will enable you to:
Explore a destination off the beaten track.
Avoid endless research to organise your trip
Benefit from reliable and verified information for a surprise-free holiday.