The Icelandic Horses of Eyvindarhólar

Visiting Iceland without capturing the charm of Icelandic horses wouldn't feel right. These horses, often lovingly called 'Island horses,' are truly unique. They're known for their compact size, strength, endurance, and friendly nature. The horses have been a part of Icelandic life for over a thousand years, tracing their roots back to the horses brought by Viking settlers. Thanks to Iceland's remote location and strict breeding regulations, this breed has remained remarkably pure. They're known for their compact size, strength, endurance, and friendly nature. What sets them apart are their extraordinary gaits. Alongside the usual walk, trot, and canter/gallop, they possess two additional, remarkable gaits: the tölt and the flying pace. The tölt is a smooth, four-beat gait, ensuring a comfortable and steady ride and the flying pace is a swift, two-beat gait – Eyvindarhólar, Southern Region, Iceland