Iceland

While Iceland's Women's National Football Team continues to captivate fans across Europe with their fearless play, an unexpected trend is rising alongside them: a new kind of travel movement inspired by the team — and best experienced on four wheels.

From Reykjavík to the Highlands: The Road Behind the Team

Iceland's footballers are not only ambassadors of the sport, but of the nation's raw, untamed beauty. Many of the team's stars grew up in towns surrounded by volcanoes, glaciers, and fjords — places that are now becoming popular campervan travel routes.

For fans, this offers a unique opportunity: follow the team's story by traveling through the landscapes that shaped them. From Reykjavík's Laugardalsvöllur Stadium to the windswept plains of the Eastfjords, every stop feels like part of a national legend in the making.

Sveindís Jane Jónsdóttir: The Face of a Generation

One of the brightest stars of the team, Sveindís Jane Jónsdóttir, has become a symbol of strength and hope — and for many, a reason to visit Iceland. Her rise from a small coastal town to the European stage is inspiring a wave of travelers curious to understand the roots of this resilience.

Imagine parking your camper under the northern lights in her hometown or hiking a trail she likely ran as a child. This is the kind of emotional tourism that blends storytelling, sport, and nature into a single unforgettable road trip.

A Road Trip with a Purpose

Beyond watching matches, fans are transforming their football passion into full-on adventures — renting campers to explore Iceland in between games or during the off-season.

Some are visiting the famous Blue Lagoon, others heading north to Akureyri or east to Vík and the black sand beaches, many tracing the Ring Road while listening to post-match commentary and local radio interviews with the team.

Why Travel by Campervan?

A campervan lets you experience Iceland with the same spirit of independence and adventure that defines the women's team. You'll wake up next to waterfalls, eat breakfast with glacier views, and maybe even kick a ball on an empty pitch in a remote village.

And with Iceland's accessible roads, friendly campsites, and breathtaking scenery around every corner, there's no better way to travel like a local.

Plan Your Own Football-Inspired Road Trip

If the UEFA Women's Championship has inspired you to experience Iceland beyond the screen, this is your moment. Whether you're following the national team, exploring their hometowns, or simply embracing their bold, fearless energy, a campervan adventure puts you in the driver's seat — literally.

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Discover your perfect camper and hit the road: Rent a campervan in Iceland

For many travelers, the journey through Iceland begins with a football match — but it ends in waterfalls, volcanoes, and stories that stay with you long after the final whistle. And just like the women leading Iceland to glory, you'll find strength, wonder, and freedom at every mile.

For those curious to learn more about life on the road in Iceland, Motorhome Iceland — a locally run company based in Reykjavík — shares practical tips, travel insights, and real experiences from people exploring the country behind the wheel.