Development of the Winter Garden in Breiðholt
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
Construction has begun on developing the Winter Garden in Breiðholt alongside construction work on Arnarnesvegur. The Winter Garden is a family garden with year-round activities. The plan includes diverse ski trails for beginners as well as slopes for ski club training. In summer, diverse biking trails and dry skiing will be available once the park is fully developed. The goal is to accommodate groups from preschools, primary schools, and recreational programs. Park construction will occur in phases, with the first phase of landscaping already underway. The first lift is expected to open around New Year's 2026.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the second half of 2025
Status report on July 1, 2025
100 million is budgeted for the Winter Garden in 2025. The funds will go toward completing landscaping, planting, snow barriers, and parking areas. Additionally, funding this year will go toward design for the next phase: accessibility lifts, lighting, snow production, and facilities. Landscaping is being completed, and this summer and fall will focus on seeding ski trails and paths, as well as planting and creating parking areas. The public health and preventive benefits of this project are undeniable. Investment funding for continued construction over the next few years has not yet been determined.
Older status reports
| Timeline | Progress description |
| July 2025 |
100 million is budgeted for the Winter Garden in 2025. The funds will go toward completing landscaping, planting, snow barriers, and parking areas. Additionally, funding this year will go toward design for the next phase: accessibility lifts, lighting, snow production, and facilities. Landscaping is being completed, and this summer and fall will focus on seeding ski trails and paths, as well as planting and creating parking areas. The public health and preventive benefits of this project are undeniable. Investment funding for continued construction over the next few years has not yet been determined. |
Connection of action to Reykjavík City's policies:
Related actions
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- 1. For All of Us | The Green Deal Residents' well-being and the feeling of belonging in Reykjavík.
- 2. Let Dreams Come True | The Green Deal Children and adolescents let their dreams come true.
- 3. Culture and arts will be integrated into city life | Green Deal Everyone has equal opportunities to participate in and enjoy culture and arts.
- 4. Sports for all | Green Deal Most people regularly engage in sports or other physical activities.
- 5. Improved public health | Green Deal A health-promoting, sustainable, and diverse community.
- 6. Human rights, increased participation, and improved conversations with residents | Green Deal Residents have the opportunity to work with the City to improve their quality of life.