Where to practice an individual sport Iceland

You think Icelandic horses are beautiful and you'd like to experience a special moment? Why not try horseback riding? Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, Íslenski Reiðskólinn will provide you with a unique experience. Begga has a clear motto: "I love what I do and I do what I love"! This sums up the philosophy of this Francophile who is as passionate as she is educational. Her main offer is a few hours out in the middle of a lunar landscape, typically Icelandic. And all this just 10 minutes from the capital!

This natural spa pool is located on the site of a hot spring, Vígðalaug, the "sacred spring". In days gone by, this spring was used as a baptismal font, as the warm water was far more pleasant than the icy waters of Lake Þingvallavatn. A number of pagans were baptized here after the Althing adopted Christianity in the year 1000. Today, it is a place of relaxation for tourists on their way to the Golden Circle. Often appreciated for its tranquility, you'll love basking in its hot baths overlooking the lake, in a soothing, natural setting.

This center ensures the quality of the breed. Here, on the Vinðeimamelar plains at the entrance to Skagafjörður, various equestrian events take place. In autumn, you can also attend and even take part in the gathering of sheep, which is brought down from the mountain pastures with the help of numerous riders (called Réttir). This is an important Icelandic tradition, still alive and well. You can also visit a small museum with a collection dedicated to horses.

Located near the Laugardalslaug swimming pool, it is the largest indoor ice rink in the country. You will be able to alternate between one hour of skating in the cold, and one (or several) hour(s) of swimming in the warm! Easy to access, the prices are reasonable, and the equipment is in good condition (even if you can feel that the place is old). Toilets are available, as well as a café. Small plus: the place is mostly frequented by locals, perfect for a change of scenery.

Laugarvatn is a small town in Iceland, famous for its golf course, Golfklúbburinn Dalbúi. The club organizes regular tournaments and competitions for golf enthusiasts. Players can enjoy the magnificent scenery while practicing their favorite sport. In addition to golf, Laugarvatn also offers other outdoor activities, such as hiking and fishing. Visitors can also relax in the region's natural hot springs.

Playing golf in the lava fields? It's possible in Iceland, and only 20 minutes by car from the capital city! Located in the municipality of Garðabaer, this unusual golf course offers two courses, a 9-hole and an 18-hole. When the weather is nice, it is even more pleasant to play in such a green environment with the beautiful purple shades of the lupines in the summer. It is hard to imagine that there was once lava here, from the sleeping volcano Búrfell.

Are you a golf enthusiast who likes to play golf in unique landscapes? The Artic Open Golf is a unique event that will delight all lovers of the discipline.

This tournament, which began in 1986, has the particularity of taking place on the Akureyri Golf Club course (the most northerly 18-hole course in the world) and under the midnight sun. It lasts four days and is open to professionals and experienced amateur players. Every year, about a hundred golfers from all over the world come together for this unique moment.

Located at the foot of Sólheimajökull, this company offers tours on this giant of snow and ice. Snowmobile, hiking, quad, the selection is vast and the tours are supervised by professionals to discover the glacier in complete safety. If you are not motorized, departures from Reykjavik are possible. To come by car, follow road 221, a few kilometers east of Skógar, to reach the company's office. A good company for an atypical and memorable experience, not to be missed!

Would you like to explore the surrounding area and enjoy Iceland's wilderness? From simple walks on the Vatnajökull glacier to off-road excursions, some of which include a snowmobile tour, this is a great way to discover the pristine immensity of the glacier. The team is truly professional and competent, and will reassure you if you have any concerns. The equipment is top-notch, too, and we can pass on equipment to keep you warm on certain outings.

You're more into biking? You'll find what you're looking for in the many bike tours offered by Icebike Adventures. Mountain bike enthusiasts will not miss this company, which offers trips lasting from several hours to several days on Icelandic roads and tracks. You will even be able to try the Heli Biking, which consists of being dropped off by helicopter with your bike to go down the volcanic slopes of Iceland (reserved for a minimum intermediate level all the same!).