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Eiríksstaðir

West Iceland, IcelandHeritage site
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Eiríksstaðir

West Iceland, IcelandHeritage site

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Eiríksstaðir is the former homestead of Eiríkr Þorvaldsson, known as Erik the Red, at Haukadalur Valley in the Dalasýsla region of Iceland. It was likely the birthplace of his son Leif Eiríksson, the first known European discoverer of the Americas.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Eiríksstaðir

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Hörtlafoss
17 km·~20 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#2.Baulufoss
17 km·~21 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#3.Veiðifoss
20 km·~24 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

#4.Norðlingafoss
20 km·~24 min drive

A waterfall in West Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

4 waterfalls near West Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Grafarlaug
11 km·~13 min drive

Hot spring in West Iceland. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#2.Natural hot pot near Dalabyggð
12 km·~14 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#3.Gvendarlaug
29 km·~35 min drive

Natural hot spring. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Worth seeking out.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Húnaþing vestra
30 km·~36 min drive

Natural hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Respect the nature around…

4 hot springs near West Iceland

Campsites

#1.Sælureiturinn Árblik
6.6 km·~8 min drive

West Iceland camping. Access to Snæfellsnes peninsula and western attractions. Good…

#2.Sælukotið Árblik
6.6 km·~8 min drive

Árblik is about 12 km south of Budardalur close to road nr. 60. In Árblik there is a café…

#3.Búðardalur
12 km·~14 min drive

The Budardalur camping site is located within a beautiful grove. When arriving from the…

#4.Laugar í Sælingsdal
24 km·~29 min drive

The camp site is located at Laugar in Sælingsdalur and is 16 km north of Búðardalur. The…

4 campsites near West Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
12 km·~14 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Kaupfélag Vestur-Húnvetninga
47 km·~56 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Bónus
56 km·~67 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#4.Hyrnan
60 km·~72 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near West Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Búðardalur
12 km·~14 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Staðarskáli
23 km·~28 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Hreðavatnsskáli
32 km·~39 min drive

Orkan · 303.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Laugarbakki
42 km·~51 min drive

ÓB · 279.8 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near West Iceland

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near West Iceland

Frequently
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Can I visit Eiríksstaðir?
Eiríksstaðir is a historic site in West Iceland. Most Icelandic heritage sites are open to the public, but some are unmarked ruins, active archaeological digs or sites on private farmland — stay off fragile stonework, follow any posted signage, and ask at the nearest farm if access looks unclear.
How do I get to Eiríksstaðir?
Eiríksstaðir is located in West Iceland. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — some sites sit down gravel tracks or need a 4×4, and a few remote spots are summer-only. On any remote drive, tell someone your route and check safetravel.is.
Is there anything to see on site?
It varies. Some sites are reconstructed turf houses or small museums with staff and opening hours; others are bare foundations, a shipwreck or a marker with an information board. Check what the site actually is on this page before making a long detour.
Is Eiríksstaðir free to visit?
Most open-air ruins and markers are free to reach on foot. Reconstructed sites and museums may charge admission and keep seasonal hours, so check ahead before you plan the day around one.

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