The Ring Road - Iceland
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Geodude_DK
N 63° 35.750 W 018° 27.870
27V E 625780 N 7054471
Route 1 or the Ring Road (Icelandic: Þjóðvegur 1 or Hringvegur) is a main road in Iceland that runs around the island and connects most populous parts of the country. The total length of the road is 1,339 kilometres (832 mi).
Waymark Code: WMEVJP
Location: Iceland
Date Posted: 07/10/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member DougK
Views: 28

Since the most interesting places does not exactly lie on the ring road, I think Laufskálar is an exciting place to pull forward (though not so well known), because it literally almost lies on the road.

From an outsider standpoint cairns may seem insignificant compared to the more impressive natural phenomena, but since they are an integral part of Icelandic history, I think they deserve to be highlighted.

You should not have travelled many days in Iceland before you become aware that cairns have a special meaning - they are everywhere and in all sizes.

Here you have an opportunity to be a (small) part of Icelandic folklore.

NOTE This is one of the "non-localized" sites mentioned in the Visit Instructions. You dont need to visit this exact spot to log this waymark - any point along the Ring Road as well as any site mentioned in the book will suffice.

If you chose another location than the one listed I encourage you to add the coords for the spot of your choice. And photographs will be very much appreciated too.

Name of Source Book: 1000 Places to See Before You Die

Page Location in Source Book: P. 325

Type of Waymark: Site, Experience

Location of Coordinates: Photographed site

Cost of Admission (Parks, Museums, etc.): 0.00 (listed in local currency)

List Available Hours, Dates, Season:
Throughout the year (but you'll probably get the best experience when there is no snow)


Official Tourism Website: [Web Link]

Visit Instructions:
Because of the vastness of many of the "non-localized" sites (Gobi Desert, Great Wall of China), waymark owners are encouraged to allow visits that reflect different perspectives and experiences.
Localized waymark sites (Structures, Landmarks, Businesses) should reflect standard waymarking visit criteria (Logs & photos).
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