A land of fire & ice, Iceland never ceases to astonish. This unique country, active volcanically, with hot springs & floes of lava side by side with glaciers in its deserted, rocky landscapes, is home to some of the most dramatic scenery in the world. The vast Vatnajokull Glacier
- the largest in Europe
- & the volcanic island of Surtsey, which was created by eruptions of basalt from the sea off Iceland's coast from 1963 to 1967, are only two of the country's breathtaking sights. Photographer Patrick Desgraupes has captured Icelands's drama & mystery as no other photographer before him has.

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CHECK DESCRIPTION BELOW BEFORE SETTING LIVE FOR WEB EXPORT: Iceland at 1:600, 000 is an indexed map with additional street plans & enlargements of popular regions on the reverse. The publisher has chosen to concentrate on creating a map which will primarily be of use for a tourist navigating between main points of interest as opposed to stressing more detailed cartography. Highways, main & minor roads (tarred & untarred) are clearly marked. Airports, ferry routes & useful petrol stations are shown. In keeping with the publisher ...

Indexed general road map of Iceland with rather old-fashioned cartography. The road network is prominently marked & the map also shows places of interest, recreational facilities, selected hotels, campsites, tourist huts, fishing lodges, etc. Map legend

Includes:: English.

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All you need to inspire every step of your journey. An in-depth book, now with free app & e Book. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this Insight Guides book is all you need to plan your trip & experience the best of Icel&, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Reykjavik, & hidden cultural gems like Heimaey.· Insight Guide Iceland is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring Geysir & Gullfoss, to discovering the Blue Lagoon· In-depth on history & culture: enjoy special features on the politics of fishing & Icelandic horses, all written by local experts·

Includes:: innovative, unique extras to keep you up-to-date when you`re on the move
- this guide comes with a free e Book, & an app that highlights top attractions & regional information & is regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop & local event listings· Invaluable maps, travel tips & practical information ensure effortless planning, & encourage venturing off the beaten track· Inspirational colour photography throughout
- Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books· Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy reading experience



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This Way Iceland by JPM Guides is a truly pocket-sized guide to this intriguing destination. A land of ice & fire, with a wild & rugged beauty: high cliffs plunging precipitously into narrow fjords, deep ravines, vast glaciers streaked with grey ridges of moraine, deserts of black s&, smoking volcanoes & steaming geysers. From its crisp & sparkling capital, Reykjavik, to the hot springs & thundering waterfalls of the interior or the chattering bird colonies of the cliffs & remote islets, This Way Iceland shows you the highlights of this extraordinary country & gives vital insight into its history, culture & geology. You’ll be astounded by the amount of information contained in these small, lightweight guides. This Way Iceland

Includes:: sections on Reykjavik & surrounds, northern Icel&, eastern & southern Iceland & the interior. There are chapters on culture, shopping, dining out, sport & essential information for travellers.

Includes:: full-colour photographs throughout & a fold out map of Icel&, which incorporates street plans of Reykjavik & Akreyri.



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This new title in the Crossbill Guides Series covers Icel&, a country well known for its superb landscape, unique geology ...

Road map of Iceland from Mál og menning, providing a vivid representation of the country’s topography, with illustrated descriptions of 21 of its most visited areas, plus a comprehensive distance table. Relief shading is combined with graphics & colouring to show detailed terrain information: heath, grassl&, wetl&, birch woodl&, s&, lava, glaciers, etc. Hard surface roads, gravel roads & tracks are marked, with locations of fords & distances on most routes. Ferry connections & local airfields are also shown. Symbols indicate locations of tourist huts & shelters, campsites, museums, swimming pools, lighthouses, thermal or hydroelectric power stations, etc. Margin ticks give latitude & longitude at intervals of 30’ & 1º respectively. Map legend

Includes:: English. On the reverse are photographs of some of Iceland`s most popular destinations, each accompanied by a brief description. All the text

Includes:: English. Also provided is comprehensive table showing distances from the country’s 11 main towns to over 70 destinations.



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Iceland in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Iceland in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Iceland at 1:650, 000 on a road map from Marco Polo Travel Publishing with good presentation of its topography & prominent highlighting of interesting locations, more detailed enlargements of Lake Mývatn, Þingvellir & the environs of Reykjavik, plus an index booklet a street plan of the capital & brief descriptions of 15 selected top sights, etc. Coverage

Includes:: the Faeroe Islands presented on an inset panel. Cartography is from the renowned German publishers Mair Dumont. Topography is vividly shown by relief shading with bold colouring for glaciers & lava fields, plus plenty of names of mountain ranges, peaks, etc. Road network indicates gravel roads & shows locations of tolls, fords, emergency shelters & seasonal closures, with driving distances marked on main & many local roads. Scenic roads are highlighted. The map also prominently highlights locations of interest, with separate colouring for towns or villages & for natural sites. Symbols indicate campsites, youth hostels, isolated hotels, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 30’ intervals. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. Enlargements show in greater detail Lake Mývatn plus the environs of Reykjavik including Þingvellir National Park, with the central part of the park shown on a further panel at 1:38, 500 approx. A separate booklet attached to the map cover

Includes:: an index which also lists national parks, UNESCO World Heritage sites & airports. The booklet also contains brief descriptions of 15 most interesting locations prominently highlighted on the map, plus a street plan of Reykjavik.A fold-out flap in the cover shows a map of Iceland for route planning prominently highlighting main places of interest, with the grid reference system in the margins making it easier to find locations on the main map. Also included are a distance/driving times table & basic driving regulations.





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