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Camping in Iceland: Rules and Best Locations

18.05.2026 07:00 1 min 1 source РУС
Guide to Iceland NOR
Camping in Iceland: Rules and Best Locations
Original source: Guide to Iceland

Camping in Iceland is only allowed at designated campsites, including overnight stays in vehicles. In national parks (Thingvellir, Vatnajökull, Snæfellsjökull) and many natural areas (Alafoss, Dimmuborgir, Dyrhólaey, Fjallabak, Hverfjall, Kirkjugólf, Mývatn, Jökulsárgljúfur), camping outside marked sites is prohibited. Advance booking via the Parka app or an Iceland Camping Card (28 days) is recommended. Popular campsites include Thakgil (open June to mid-September), Svinafell (May–September), Ásbyrgi (mid-May–October), Hellissandur (May–September), and Hallormsstaðaskógur (mid-May–September).

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IS Iceland — fuel prices

Updated: 19.09.2026

Super 95

$2.14 /l

ISK260.03 · €1.87/l

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ISK297.74 · €2.14/l

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