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Eldhestar Horse Farm
Eldhestar is one of Iceland's premier horse farms, offering riding tours for all experience levels. Tours range from 1-hour rides to multi-day expeditions through volcanic landscapes, hot spring valleys, and mountain trails.
About Eldhestar Horse Farm
Eldhestar is one of Iceland's premier horse farms, offering riding tours for all experience levels. Tours range from 1-hour rides to multi-day expeditions through volcanic landscapes, hot spring valleys, and mountain trails.
Did You Know?
- ✔Premier Icelandic horse farm
- ✔Tours for all experience levels
- ✔1 hour to multi-day rides
- ✔Near Hveragerði
- ✔40 km from Reykjavík
- ✔Advance booking required
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Eldhestar is located near Hveragerði, about 40 km from Reykjavík. Tours include: - 1-2 hour introductory rides - Half-day tours to Reykjadalur hot spring valley - Full-day tours through highlands - Multi-day riding expeditions All equipment is provided, and no riding experience is necessary for shorter tours. Advance booking is essential.
Story & Folklore
Eldhestar ('Fire Horses') has been breeding and training Icelandic horses for decades. The farm is known for its friendly, well-trained horses and experienced guides. Icelandic horses are unique — they have five gaits (including the famous 'tölt') and are descended from horses brought to Iceland by the Vikings over 1,000 years ago.
Why Visit
Ride an Icelandic horse through volcanic landscapes and hot spring valleys.
Did You Know?
Icelandic horses are not allowed to leave Iceland, and once a horse leaves, it can never return — to protect the breed's purity.