The answer to yesterdays cliff hanger is that it has been raining and blizzarding for the majority of today. This meant that the whale watching boat tour was cancelled scuppering ones plans.
However, as said weather front wasn’t forecast to roll in until midday, one had a few hours of sunshine to explore. As a result, a walking route was devised around Reykjavik that included visiting the rest of the buildings on ones to do list including the Perlan. However, before that, it was time to experience the Icelandic weather blast…
In terms of accessibility for wheelchair users in the winter around Reykjavik, the pavements in the centre are fine as they are gritted. However, issues may occur when rolling down the side streets as rather large lumps of ice are present. It is worth noting that ice makes for great temporary drop kerbs!
Anyway, back tour our strategic walk, at this point it was now blue sky and sunshine so we enjoyed a walk through the park and super bunny got to play in the snow….
In order to reach the Perlan, one has to roll through the Strokur Park. The most accessible way through said park is alongside the road. As it is located atop of a hill, the summit provides panoramic views of the cityscape of Reykjavik…
Of course, on the way back down, one couldn’t resist a roll off the beaten path. No match for Superbunny though…
As one tucked into some traditional crab, the forecast weather front rolled in bringing with it rain and snow. According to Trip Adviser, one of the main things to see in Reykjavik is the sculpture trail located on the shores of Atlantic Ocean. Despite the poor weather conditions, one pressed on to visit said sculptures…
A cycle and foot path runs along the shoreline ensuring an easy roll for wheelchair users…
It was no surprise to discover that the Northern Lights tour was cancelled yet again.
Tomorrow, we head to The Blue Lagoon to experience it’s famous volcanic springs!