Fête du 1er mai

📣 Conseils aux voyageurs

Iceland offers dramatic natural landscapes, including glaciers, volcanoes, rivers, and waterfalls. Available activities range from hiking and ice climbing to kayaking and relaxing in geothermal hot springs, with tours accommodating various activity levels.

• Public services and stores typically close on December 24th, December 25th, December 31st, and January 1st.
• Easter and Christmas dates adhere to the Western church calendar.
• The country observes specific local traditions, such as Bolludagur around Easter.
• Local holidays may feature unique customs, such as bonfire and fireworks displays for Epiphany.
• Remove shoes when entering private homes. As an egalitarian society, show modesty and treat service staff with equal respect. Discussion of local beliefs, such as Huldufólk (hidden people) or genealogy, is generally respected.