The Upper Árnessýsla Region is a place where nature, culture and adventure meet. Here you will find famous highlights and lesser-known gems, diverse activities and unique experiences suitable for all ages. Nature, culture and adventure Welcome to the Upper Árnessýsla Region, where natural beauty blends with captivating culture and unforgettable adventures. The area offers numerous interesting places to visit – …
The Sheep Farming Museum
A lively cultural Centre in Sævangur The Sheep Farming Museum in Strandir is a lively cultural centre located in Sævangur by Steingrímsfjörður, founded in 2002. The museum is situated 12 km south of Hólmavík and offers a wide range of activities for the whole family. Sheep and Rural Life Their permanent exhibition, Sheep and Rural Life, explores sheep farming from …
The Herring Era Museum
The largest maritime and industrial museum in Iceland The Herring Era Museum in Siglufjörður is Iceland’s largest maritime and industrial museum. Across three distinct museum buildings, visitors discover the story of herring fishing and processing – the “silver of the sea” that shaped Iceland’s destiny in the twentieth century. The herring industry was so significant that people spoke of it …
Hólar in Hjaltadalur
A Historic Cultural Centre for Nearly a Thousand Years Hólar in Hjaltadalur is one of Iceland’s most significant historical sites, surrounded by majestic mountains and peaceful nature. For almost a millennium, Hólar has served as a centre of culture and education and was the seat of the bishopric from 1106 to 1798. Today, Hólar in Hjaltadalur is home to Hólar …
Rimmugýgur Viking Club
Iceland’s Oldest Active Viking Club The Viking Club Rimmugýgur in Hafnarfjörður is the oldest and largest active Viking organisation in Iceland. Founded in 1997, the club takes its name from the famous axe of Skarphéðinn Njálsson in the Saga of Burnt Njáll. It aims to promote interest in the Viking Age, its culture and the origins of the Icelandic people …
Skálholt
Experience Skálholt’s 1000-year history. Skálholt is Iceland’s first episcopal established in 1056. Skálholt served as the country’s capital for 750 years. It was a centre of administrative power, higher education and culture. Around the year 1200, over 100 people lived in Skálholt, making it the country’s first population centre. In the cathedral basement is an exhibition on Skálholt’s history by …
Snorrastofa in Reykholt
A Cultural Centre on a Historic Site Snorrastofa in Reykholt is a cultural and medieval research centre dedicated to the legacy of Snorri Sturluson. The centre stands on one of Iceland’s most important historical sites and connects visitors with medieval culture, storytelling traditions and local heritage. Snorrastofa in Reykholt aims to make history and research accessible to all who visit …