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Suðurlandsvegur (South Iceland Road)
The South Iceland section of Route 1 is one of the country's most scenic drives, passing waterfalls, volcanoes, glaciers, black sand beaches, and endless green farmland.
About Suðurlandsvegur (South Iceland Road)
The South Iceland section of Route 1 is one of the country's most scenic drives, passing waterfalls, volcanoes, glaciers, black sand beaches, and endless green farmland.
Did You Know?
- ✔Route 1 through South Iceland
- ✔~300 km from Selfoss to Höfn
- ✔Passes waterfalls, glaciers, volcanoes, beaches
- ✔Paved, year-round access
- ✔Iceland's most popular road trip
Tours Near Suðurlandsvegur (South Iceland Road)
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Glacier Adventure at Sólheimajökull Private Tour
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2 hour Round Trip in Vestmannaeyjar on a RIB Boat
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Diamond Beach & Jökulsárlón Floating Glacier Guided Day Tour
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Book NowAbout Suðurlandsvegur (South Iceland Road)
Route 1 through South Iceland runs for approximately 300 km from Selfoss to Höfn, passing through diverse landscapes: - Green farmland and rivers - Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers - Black sand deserts (Mýrdalssandur, Skeiðarársandur) - Dramatic sea cliffs at Dyrhólaey - Skaftafell and Vatnajökull National Park - Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon The road is paved and accessible year-round, though winter conditions can be challenging.
Private Tour: South Coast of Iceland by SUV or Van from Reykjavik
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Fast-Paced Glacier Snowmobile Adventure from Gullfoss
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Private Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik
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This section of Route 1 has been Iceland's main coastal highway for decades. It connects Reykjavík to the southeast, passing many of the country's most iconic landmarks: Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, and Jökulsárlón.
Why Visit
Drive one of Iceland's most scenic routes, with endless photo opportunities at every turn.
Did You Know?
The South Coast section of Route 1 was only fully paved in the 1970s — before that, parts were gravel or dirt.