Soundtrack of the Day
In Reykjavik, Herakut reminds us to take every moment seriously. The artists make positive signs of life and thought in dark places of many cities.
Leader Sheep
A breed of guide sheep is bred in Iceland. The information center in Norður-Þingeyjarsýsla district provides information about herding sheep.
The P word
Icelanders have a sense of humor, but caution is still advised. Icelandic ponies may only be called horse in Iceland. Anything else is considered an insult.
The wish stone
The magic of the jasper stone. However, for the desired result, the instructions should be read in full beforehand. Life is not a wishful thinking concert.
Troll or dino?
In Iceland, all exposed rock formations have at least one story. Hvítserkur is said to have been a troll with a fear of Christianity.
Outdoor pool
Icelanders love the outdoor thermal bath. Volcanism has its good and bad sides. The elemental force provides energy, but can also be dangerous.
Under Cover
Iceland has so much geothermal energy that even the sidewalks in the capital Reykjavik are heated geothermally. In winter, this saves having to stand on the sidewalks.
Crazy Reykjavik
If you don’t get depressed in the Icelandic winter, you come up with the craziest ideas. So does the Lady Brewery with a useful slightly sticky label
Geldingadalir
Iceland’s youngest volcano stopped spewing only a few months ago. The lava is jet black and heat still rises from its fissures
Olive oil from Provence
The harvest season for olives in the Var region begins in November. This is where tradition meets modernity. The differences could hardly be greater.
No trip without a monument
On the occasion of the International Day of the Monument, which is celebrated every year on April 18, we have compiled a small selection
Everyone is a monument
In Kassel stands the ICH monument. The pedestal made of red sandstone, is an invitation to each and everyone to stand up for a selfie and feel unique.
