Useful webpages for travelling in Iceland

Traveling in Iceland can be an incredible experience, but it's important to be well-prepared, especially given the unique road conditions and weather. Here’s a list of useful websites for your security and information while driving in Iceland:

1. Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration (Vegagerðin)

Website: road.is
Purpose: Provides real-time information about road conditions, weather alerts, and road closures.

2. The Icelandic Met Office (Veðurstofa Íslands)

Website: vedur.is
Purpose: Offers weather forecasts, weather warnings, and detailed information about current weather conditions across Iceland.

3. Safe Travel Iceland

Website: safetravel.is
Purpose: Contains important safety tips for travelers, alerts about current travel conditions, and options to leave your travel plan with the Icelandic Association for Search and Rescue (ICE-SAR).

4. Icelandic Association for Search and Rescue (ICE-SAR)

Website: icesar.com
Purpose: Provides rescue services and safety information, including tips for staying safe while traveling in Iceland.

5. Icelandic Road Traffic Directorate (Samgöngustofa)

Website: samgongustofa.is
Purpose: Offers information on traffic regulations, driver’s licenses, and vehicle regulations in Iceland.

6. Aurora Forecast by the Icelandic Met Office

Website: auroraforecast.is
Purpose: Helps you plan safe trips to see the Northern Lights by providing aurora forecasts.

7. Visit Iceland

Website: visiticeland.com
Purpose: Offers general travel information, tips, and resources for tourists visiting Iceland.

8. My Aurora Forecast & Alerts App

Available on: GooglePlay and AppStore
Purpose: Provides aurora borealis (Northern Lights) forecasts and alerts, helping you plan safe and exciting trips.

9. Enroute Weather for Travelers App

Available on: GooglePlay and AppStore
Purpose: Offers real-time weather information and forecasts for your travel routes.

10. Icelandic Emergency Services

Emergency Number: 112
Website: 112.is
Purpose: Provides information about emergency services and how to contact them.

These resources should help you stay informed and safe while traveling on Icelandic roads. Have a great trip!