THE SMOOTHEST RIDE IN Iceland

May 11, 2009 on 7:02 am | In Adventure Travel, Iceland | Comments Off


Speaking of beer, guess how the folks at Fridheimer farm near Selfoss demonstrate the smooth tolting gate of the Icelandic horse?

During a horse show that you can visit from June through October, riders tolt by with steins of beer in their hand, spilling nary a drop. Nonetheless, we recommend you wait until after your ride before enjoy the local brew.

In only 12 minutes the show gives insight into one of the finest horse breeds in the world, a breed that has been intertwined with the culture and history of the Icelandic nation through the centuries.

After the show guests are invited to the stable where they can get a closer look at the horses, take pictures and chat with the show riders. If you’re there at the right time, you can visit an adjacent tomato greenhouse which is heated geothermally.

Knutur Ármann will likely be there to serve you Akavit in a tomato cup. It’s yet another delightful surprise you’ll find in Iceland virtually around every corner. Check their Web site for more information:

http://www.farmholidays.is/FarmDetails.aspx?No=688

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