{"id":3657,"date":"2025-10-01T17:59:41","date_gmt":"2025-10-01T15:59:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/quemporter-en-islande-en-hiver-notre-guide-complet\/"},"modified":"2025-10-06T09:01:04","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T07:01:04","slug":"what-to-bring-iceland-winter-our-complete-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/what-to-bring-iceland-winter-our-complete-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"What to bring to Iceland in winter: our complete guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you planning to visit Iceland in winter<\/strong>? It’s best to be prepared for all conditions in the land of ice and fire! How to dress, which coats and jackets to choose, which shoes to wear, not forgetting gloves, thermal layers and even protection for your camera equipment…<\/p>\n\n

Here’s our advice on what to pack to stay warm, safe and comfortable in Iceland in winter!<\/p>\n\n

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This opinion is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n

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<\/span>What to bring to Iceland in winter: General advice<\/span><\/h2>\n\n

Tip 1 – Opt for layering<\/h3>\n\n

It’s all about layering. This is the essential rule of survival in Iceland. The weather is constantly changing, and it’s impossible to watch the weather and plan what to wear. So you need to have several layers on hand. Whether to block the wind, protect against rain or snow… You need to be able to put on or take off as the weather changes.<\/p>\n\n

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Tip 2 – Thermal underwear, gloves, hat and scarf, absolutely!<\/h3>\n\n

Yes, we’ve used them all! When the wind starts blowing and the cold scorches, you’ll be much more comfortable wearing all this. And don’t forget the nights spent chasing the northern lights! It’s not hot at all when you’re not moving.<\/p>\n\n

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Tip no. 3 – Essential rain pants<\/h3>\n\n

No, it’s not very sexy, but it definitely made our experience more comfortable. As soon as it starts to rain, the overtrousers are easy to put on. Not only is it very unpleasant to wear wet (and therefore frozen!) pants, but the overtrousers allowed us to sit anywhere to take photos without fear of getting dirty or wet.<\/p>\n\n

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Tip 4 – Waterproof hiking boots<\/h3>\n\n

We find that waterproof hiking boots are the best choice for a trip to Iceland. So you don’t have to worry about slippery roads or deep snow. We really appreciated having them on our feet when we took photos near the water. We could concentrate on our images, even with our feet in the water!<\/p>\n\n

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Tip 5 – Opt for cleats<\/h3>\n\n

In winter, paths to waterfalls and other points of interest can be snowy or icy. It’s handy to carry cleats to add to your shoes if you need extra stability.<\/p>\n\n

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Tip 6 – Protect your camera too<\/h3>\n\n

Whether you have an SLR camera or use your phone, between the rain and the drizzle of the waterfalls, make sure you protect it, with Rain Sleeves<\/em> for example.<\/p>\n\n

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WHERE TO STAY IN Iceland<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Our independent picks for the accommodation of your dreams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n