Þjóðvegur 1, National thoroughfare in Iceland
Route 1 forms a complete circuit around Iceland, stretching 1,332 kilometers through valleys, mountains, coastal regions, and volcanic landscapes.
The construction of Route 1 reached completion in 1974 with the opening of Skeiðará Bridge, establishing the first continuous road connection around Iceland.
The road connects numerous settlements and farming communities across Iceland, supporting local economies and enabling the distribution of goods between regions.
Winter travelers on Route 1 need snow tires from November to April, as weather conditions can change rapidly with strong winds and reduced visibility.
The road passes near 30 single-lane bridges as of 2023, down from 140 in 1990, marking the gradual modernization of Iceland's infrastructure.
Address: Þjóðvegur 1, Iceland
GPS coordinates: 64.05884,-21.51034
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:10
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