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Winter Breaks in Icelandic Schools

In February, most schools across Iceland have a winter holiday. This year’s break takes place from February 18 to 27, making it a perfect time for a short family getaway.

Ash Wednesday

This week has been full of festivities – from Bun Day (Bolludagur) on Monday to meat soup on Thursday, and today we celebrate Ash Wednesday

Sprengidagur: Iceland’s “Bursting Day”

On the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, Icelanders observe Sprengidagur, or “Bursting Day,” a long-standing tradition that marks the end of pre-Lenten festivities.

Happy Bolludagur!

Today in Iceland, we’re celebrating Bun Day by indulging in these heavenly cream-filled buns — a sweet pre-Lenten treat that no one can resist!

How to get here

  • There are several airlines flying directly to Akureyri which is the easiest way of visiting, but flying to the main airport Keflavík in the south of Iceland is also an option and then either take a flight from Reykjavík to Akureyri which takes about 40 minutes or drive/take a bus for aprox 4.5-6 hours along main road 1.  More information here.