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Take the road less travelled with this thrilling Silver Circle sightseeing tour around the attractions of west Iceland, with an added bonus of hot spring bathing in an untouched wilderness. Travellers seeking to explore both famous sites and hidden gems, and to spend some time relaxing in geothermal waters, will find no better excursion. You will start this adventure when your friendly guide picks you up from your hotel or a nearby meeting point in Reykjavik. You will then be swept along the Ring Road, witnessing beautiful coastlines, mountains, and countryside landscapes, to the first sight

Find the best guesthouses in Reykholt, a historic village in Borgarfjordur. Stay close to Deildartunguhver Hot Spring and other West Iceland attractions.

Step into the world of Icelandic Sagas, timeless stories rooted in the country’s dramatic landscapes. Discover their history, core themes, and where to find the real-life locations tied to each saga across Iceland. Icelandic Sagas (Íslendingasögur) are epic stories of real events, heroic journeys, and family dramas of the late Viking Age. Written down in the medieval period, they originate from an earlier oral history passed down through generations. Most take place between the 9th and 11th centuries and remain pillars of Icelandic identity to this day. What makes Icelandic sagas unique is h

Reykholt is a historic village in West Iceland and the former home of medieval writer Snorri Sturluson. Just 67 miles (108 kilometers) north of Reykjavik, it pairs saga history with geothermal wonders. Read on to plan your visit to Reykholt. Reykholt sits in the Reykholtsdalur Valley of Borgarfjordur, one of the most historic corners of West Iceland and a key stop on the Silver Circle sightseeing route. About a 90-minute drive from Reykjavik, it’s easy to explore the village and its surroundings on self-drive tours. Why You Can Trust Our Content Guide to Iceland is the most trusted t

Fosshotel Reykholt is a modern, comfortable hotel in a historic, geothermal area of west Iceland. Travelers looking to explore the natural and cultural sites of this incredible region from a luxurious yet affordable base should look no further than this accommodation choice, which is complete with an on-site spa. Location & Nearby Fosshotel Reykholt is named after the settlement in which it is located, Reykholt. This tiny village is surrounded by serene scenery, has amenities such as shops and gas stations, but is best known for its history. It was here, after all, that Snorri Sturluson

Reykholt is always beautiful no matter the season and wintertime can be quite amazing here in the countryside with three glaciers to make the picture absolutely perfect !  the 3 " ELO"  making the perfect background are ;  Eiríksjökull, Langjökull and  Ok  This winter there have been many groups visiting Reykholt, some are from Japan whom are Aurora hunting :)    It is difficult to be sure when the Northern Lights will appear, as this depends on many different factors as  solar-activity and a clear sky is of course necessary! Northern lights forecast in IcelandFind the best times and get di

    The Cross in front of the church in Reykholt The design of the cross is inspired by the Gunnhild crucifix from 1150. The cross at Reykholt is made of steel and cedarwood, designed by the Norwegian artist Jarle Rosseland. Rosseland uses the emblems of the four Evangelists from the Book of Kells, refering to the roots of Christianity in Iceland. Icelanders trace their ancestry to Irish immigrants as well as Norse settlers. The Cedarwood is grown at Tendring in Essex, Maud ́s Court. During the lifetime of Snorri Sturluson a crusader lived there. He brought home from Lebanon a cedar tree

This March it is really amazing how buisy we have been in Snorrastofa the cultural center at Reykholt. First of all a succesful conference of the archeological investigations at Gilsbakki and Surtshellir by Kevin and Michelle Smith. A week later a lecture regarding Icelandic girls who had a relationship with British troops at the beginning of the occupation during World War 2. Some of these girls were sent to "Kleppjárnsreykir" near by Reykholt, were they were kept against their will at an institution! A documentary is beeing made by the young journalist Auður Ómarsdóttir, look forward to to

    Gold ring The ring found in the chancel of the medieval church at Reykholt is 18 carat. It is beaten into shape, widest and convex on the top with upturned edges and acanthus leaf decoration in the Romanesque style. Internal diameter is 19 mm, date c. 1500. It is possible that the ring was made in Iceland. The original is kept in the National Museum of Iceland.   Not many rings have been found from this time in Iceland, most famous is the ring from " Rangárvellir".    The archaeologist Guðrún Sveinbjarnardóttir found this ring in Reykholt during the archaeological excavation on Snor

Day's gradually getting shorter in Reykholt.  The sky beautifully reddish and purple, when the sun rises and when the sun goes down. The weather in the South West of Iceland has been great.  In November day after day +8 degrees Celcious or even more, no snow and driving quite safe for all vehicles, summer road conditions all around the South West Borgarfjörður! Many great things are about to happen in our area 2015 - 2016;    A new luxurious hotel in Húsafell, Medival baths in Hvítársíða ( on the way to Hraunfossar / Lava waterfalls), the Ice cave being constructed at Langjökull and new fac