Off-Road Driving: Damaging and Illegal
Off-road driving is strictly prohibited in Iceland, and those caught engaging in the activity can face hefty fines of up to 100,000 ISK per person.
Off-road driving can cause irreversible damage to Iceland’s fragile ecosystems, particularly the moss, which takes hundreds of years to grow.
Iceland’s moss plays a vital role in preventing soil erosion and retaining water and humidity, making its preservation crucial.
In 2018, a group of French tourists mistakenly believed off-road driving was allowed in Iceland, causing significant damage and getting stuck, leading to public outcry.
F-Roads: A Legal and Exciting Alternative
F-roads, or mountain roads, can only be accessed by 4x4 vehicles and are open for a limited period each year, typically from July to September.
F-roads are often confused with off-road driving due to their unpaved, rugged appearance and rural settings, but they are legal to drive on.
Some F-roads might require crossing rivers and navigating rough terrain, which is why only 4x4 vehicles are allowed on these roads.
On maps, F-roads are marked with an “F” followed by a number, e.g., “F413”. Some F-roads may not be clearly labeled in person, so always check your route carefully.
I’m not even sure they can sell Cybertruck in Iceland. Most developed countries have pedestrian safety standards that the Cybertruck can’t pass.
Off-roading in Iceland is strictly forbidden.
What really?
I checked and it’s true :
Source: https://www.northbound.is/blog/251/what-is-the-difference-between-f-roads-and-off-road-driving.
God, Nordic countries are so fucking cool.