Travel around Iceland with New Cycle Path

Iceland’s Ring Road (Road 1) is 1,321 km long, circling the country and passing through some of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the world — glaciers, volcanoes, waterfalls, mountains, lakes, and hot springs.

Each year, about 2 million visitors come to Iceland. Many drive the Ring Road, but few cycle it due to narrow shoulders, heavy traffic, and safety concerns. Imagine instead:

>>> A dedicated cycle road running parallel to Ring Road 1.

>>> A slow travel experience where bikers can enjoy Iceland’s nature safely and sustainably.

>>> New jobs and services around bike tourism — rentals, tours, repair shops, eco-lodges, and local food hubs.

>>> Wellness and adventure travel packages combining cycling with Iceland’s famous hot pools, spas, and geothermal baths.

>>> Global positioning of Iceland as a pioneer in sustainable, long-distance cycle tourism.

In Germany alone, 37 million people cycled during holidays or day trips in 2023. If Iceland invested in a Ring Road cycle route, it could attract a significant share of this growing global market.