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The breed is not only charming, but also immensely powerful, spirited, and versatile. The Icelandic horse opens up a magnificent world of adventure. As a riding horse, the Icelandic horse grants access to a community of people where friendship, good company, and enjoyment of life are key. Furthermore, the Icelandic horse provides riders with an intimate link to nature.

 

  • Eiðfaxi International – Free Digital Magazine
    01 March 2021

    Eiðfaxi International is now available as a free digital magazine in English published six times a year. Dedicated to the Icelandic horse in Iceland, it will be packed with interesting interviews, adventurous travel stories and stunning photos. Read more
  • Greatest Icelandic horse export in 23 years!
    11 February 2021

    Last year was record-breaking in terms of horse export from Iceland; 2,320 horses were exported, 811... Read more

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  • Ólöf Kolbrún Guðbrandsdóttir from Nýibær received the Honorary Award of the Icelandic Horse Breeders Association in 2020 for her achievements in horse breeding.
  • What can I bring with me to Iceland? - MAST 2020

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Events

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    Lífland’s Icelandic Horse Champions League
    28.01.2021, 19:00 - 10.04.2021, 16:00
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  • 13
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    Equitana
    13.03.2021 - 21.03.2021
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