LaneIceland

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Iceland. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

For informational purposes only. Always follow official regulations. Some content and images were created with AI assistance.


1. Lane

A lane is a longitudinal part of a roadway intended to accommodate a line of moving vehicles. A roadway may contain one or several lanes for traffic travelling in the same or opposite directions.

Lanes are commonly separated by continuous or broken road markings. Traffic signs, lane arrows and lane-control signals may indicate which vehicles may use a lane, which direction traffic must follow or whether a lane is open or closed.

What conditions apply to Icelandic lane changes?

Check that the move causes no danger or unnecessary inconvenience.

🔗 althingi.is • Iceland, current Traffic Act77/2019 — Articles17–20,26 and33, lane manoeuvres, priority and signals

Can you change lanes inside Icelandic roundabouts?

No. Changes between inner and outer lanes are prohibited.

🔗 althingi.is • Iceland, current Traffic Act77/2019 — Articles17–20,26 and33, lane manoeuvres, priority and signals

Can Icelandic drivers deliberately skid or spin wheels?

Not without sufficient justification.

🔗 althingi.is • Iceland, current Traffic Act77/2019 — Articles17–20,26 and33, lane manoeuvres, priority and signals