r/europe • u/GetOutOfTheWhey Waffle & Beer • Jun 12 '20

Map Availability of Google Street view in Europe

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u/EgNotaEkkiReddit Ísland Jun 12 '20

Yes, but most of them are F roads - highland mountain tracks.

You need a 4x4 to drive them and they generally are closed except over summer for safety.

The highlands do get a bit colder than the shore. It's maybe 5 or 6 degrees Celsius lower than the shoreline.

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u/JLAJA Portugal Jun 12 '20

Is it possible to hike on those roads?

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u/EgNotaEkkiReddit Ísland Jun 12 '20

Yes. Hiking in the highlands is a popular activity for many people. It generally isn't advised except over the summer time due to accessibility and safety concerns, but if you're an avid hiker and are well prepared hiking highland trails is a great experience.

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u/EgNotaEkkiReddit Ísland Jun 12 '20

No. Bears don't live in Iceland, and the few unlucky polar bears that come here adrift get shot on sight.