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Reykholt
Reykholt is one of Iceland's most notable historical sites. It houses a cultural centre and a church.
Reykholt is most famous for being the home of Iceland's best-known author Snorri Sturluson during the years 1206-1241. An ancient geothermally-heated pool, Snorralaug, is named after him. It is one of the few things preserved whole from Iceland´s medieval period.
Snorrastofa is a cultural centre and institute for research in medieval studies. Snorrastofa offers historical exhibitions and guided tours and lectures. Music recitals are held in the church of Reykholt.
Visit Reykholts website www.snorrastofa.is
There is one hotel in Reykholt see more here.
Reykholt
GPS Points
N64° 39' 53.661" W21° 17' 32.068"
Postal code
320
Road number
518
Travel directory for Reykholt
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Cottages
7.46 km
Kópareykir-Cottages
Kópareykir is a small sheep and horse farm near Reykholt. Our new, wooden cottage (suitable for 1-5 persons) has 2 bedrooms, a bathroom (shower/WC/washing machine), an open living room with a new kit
Camping
24.38 km
Húsafell Camping
The Husafell camp site is very popular in Iceland and has been so for many years. It is located in the middle of a summer cottage area and offers many features. Within a short walking distance you can
Restaurants
Travel gift
24.38 km
Húsafell Bistró
Húsafell Bistró is nestled between lava fields and glaciers, just a few km from the unique lava waterfall Hraunfossar. Open daily, serving various courses.
In June, July and August we are open betwe
Guesthouses
17.69 km
Country Hotel Fossatún
Fossatún is located 90 km from Reykjavík by road nr 50. It is surrounded by beautiful nature and scenery in the Mid-Borgarfjörður area. Fossatún is an ideal destination for shorter and longer sta
Hotels
Travel gift
0.85 km
Fosshotel Reykholt
Fosshotel Reykholt is a country hotel in the historical settings of Reykholt in Borgarfjörður.
Guesthouses
19.64 km
Guesthouse Hvítá
Iceland Guesthouse Hvítá is a quaint guesthouse nestled in the heart of Borgarfjörður.
Hotels
Travel gift
19.89 km
Hotel Varmaland
Hótel Varmaland is a brand new country hotel in a renovated historical building near Borgarnes.
The hotel has all modern facilities, the atmosphere is very charming and the surroundings beautiful an
Hotels
Travel gift
24.61 km
Hótel Húsafell
Hótel Húsafell is a luxury hotel that offers comfortable and deluxe rooms with all amenities. The hotel is situated in a area which is full of history and beautiful nature wonders.
Camping
Guesthouses
22.45 km
Guesthouse Gamli Bær
The Old Farmhouse has three storeys. On the ground floor there is a kitchen, dining room and a living room.
On the second floor there are three double rooms with bathroom. On the third floor there are
Guesthouses
19.68 km
Guesthouse Milli Vina
Luxury in its simplicity in a beautiful comfortable house. The guesthouse is located in relaxing surroundings in the middle of Borgarfjordur about 90 km from Reykjavik in the west of Iceland, on a far
Guesthouses
2.15 km
Nes in Reykholtsdalur
Accommodation in two houses close to the 9-hole golf course, Reykholtsdalsvöllur. Made-up beds and shared facilities in 3 double and 2 single rooms, as well as 1 family room. Also 4 rooms, each with
Guesthouses
Hotels
Sleeping bag accommodation
3.64 km
Steindórsstaðir
Accommodation in recently renovated separate house (3 x single rooms, 3 x dbl rooms and 1 x triple room). Hand basin in all rooms. Breakfast available.
Cooking facilties, living room with television a
Guesthouses
17.70 km
Fossatún Pod Village
The Fossatún Pod Village is a new kind of accommodation that consists of camping pods with sleeping space for 2-3 persons at a reasonable price. The pods are sleeping bag accommodations with access t
Farm Holidays
Travel gift
7.47 km
Signýjarstaðir
Cottage for rent in a beautiful area close to Reykholt. 4x cottage that are good for 2-3 persons and 1 that is for bigger family (4+ persons) All cottages have private hot tub and cooking facilities.
Others
Varmaland Camping Ground
Camping
- Stafholtstungur
- 311 Borgarnes
- 775-1012
Stafholtsey
Guesthouses
- Stafholtsey
- 311 Borgarnes
- 868-6598, 840-1567
Swimming Pools
6.04 km
Kleppjárnsreykir Swimming pool
A pleasant swimming pool, in close proximity to one of the most powerful hot springs in Europe, Deildartunga Spring. An outside pool, hot tub and a gym.
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Swimming Pools
Day Tours
4.03 km
Sturlureykirhorses / Visiting HorseFarm
Want to get to know the Icelandic horse? The Visiting HorseFarm at Sturlu-Reykir (route 518) is a good place to do so. It specializes in welcoming those who just want to meet this world-famous breed i
Geothermal baths
Camping
Guesthouses
17.69 km
Country Hotel Fossatún
Fossatún is located 90 km from Reykjavík by road nr 50. It is surrounded by beautiful nature and scenery in the Mid-Borgarfjörður area. Fossatún is an ideal destination for shorter and longer sta
Mini-Zoo & Open farm
Travel gift
17.99 km
The Icelandic Goat Center Háafell
Háafell farm is a goat farm and the visitors receive a warm welcome from the goats.
Golf Courses
24.42 km
Husafell Golf Club
9-hole golf course in Húsafell, one of the most frequented tourist attractions in Iceland, which is not surprising, as it is recognised as being one of Iceland's natural gems.
Exceptionally good weat
Exhibitions
12.19 km
Steðji Brewery
On the west coast of Iceland surrounded by low rising mountains, flowing rivers and hot springs lies the farm Stedji, which translates as Anvil, named after the rock formation next to Stedji Brewery a
Guesthouses
Swimming Pools
24.42 km
Húsafell Geothermal Baths
The thermal pool in Húsafell is one of the most popular places to relax in the area. It was originally built in 1965 but has been renovated and grown since then. There are two pools, two hot tubs, an
Day Tours
11.39 km
Giljar Horses & Handcraft
Giljar is a farm in Borgarbyggð, West Iceland, and located 12 km from Reykholt towards Húsafell.
We offer easy riding tours in the beautiful surroundings of our farm. There are daily trips during th
Hotels
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24.61 km
Hótel Húsafell
Hótel Húsafell is a luxury hotel that offers comfortable and deluxe rooms with all amenities. The hotel is situated in a area which is full of history and beautiful nature wonders.
Others
Skrifla Golf Club
Golf Courses
- Nes, Reykholtsdal
- 311 Borgarnes
- 435-1472, 893-3889
Áshestar
Day Tours
- Stóri-Ás
- 320 Reykholt í Borgarfirði
- 847-7051
Ólafur Flosason
Travel Agency
- Breiðabólstaður
- 320 Reykholt í Borgarfirði
- 897-9323
