Conference venue
The Nordyrk 2024 conference will be held in Reykjavík, the capital of Iceland at the School of Education - University of Iceland.
Travel
Accommodation
Activities and sightseeing
Travelling from the airport
Transportation
Bus System
Reykjavik has an efficient public bus system operated by Strætó.
Visit Strætó’s website (www.straeto.is) for bus routes, schedules and fares. You can also use the bus app for your phone that you can use to purchase tickets called Klappið.
Buses nr. 11, 13, 1, 3 and 6 stop close to the conference venue, School of Education, Stakkahlíð, 105 Reykjavík.
Taxi Services
Taxi Services: If you prefer a taxi, several companies operate in Reykjavik.
Some popular options include Hreyfill and BSR. Taxis can also be found at designated taxi stands throughout the city.https://visitreykjavik.is/taxi
Car Rentals
One option is to rent a car, especially if you intend to travel a bit around Iceland.
E-scooter rentals all around the city
Hopp e-scooters: https://hopp.bike/ and ZOLO: https://en.zoloiceland.is/
Emergency phone numbers
Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance): 112
This is the general emergency number in Iceland. Dialing 112 will connect you to the appropriate emergency service, whether it’s the police, fire department, or ambulance.
Reykjavik Police: +354 444 1000
This is the non-emergency number for the Reykjavik Police. You can use this number to report non-urgent incidents or seek assistance that does not require immediate attention.
Hospital (Landspítali): +354 543 1000
The University of Iceland Hospital is the largest hospital in Iceland and serves as a general hospital providing emergency medical services. If you require urgent medical assistance, you can contact the hospital using this number.
Road Assistance: 1777
If you encounter a problem with your vehicle while traveling on Icelandic roads, such as a breakdown or accident, you can call the Road Assistance service for help.
It’s important to note that emergency services in Iceland are generally well-coordinated and dialing 112 will connect you to the appropriate emergency response team. However, if the situation is not an emergency or requires specific assistance, you can use the provided non-emergency numbers for further support.
