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Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng

South Coast, IcelandHeritage site
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Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng

South Coast, IcelandHeritage site

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Parking: Free
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South CoastReykjavíkWestNorthEastWestfjordsReykjanesHighlands
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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 Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng

Free cancellationSmall groups
Ice Cave & Waterfalls
South Coast

Ice Cave & Waterfalls

Katla ice cave, South Coast waterfalls and the black sand beach in one private day.

Duration11 hours
PickupReykjavík
VehicleSuper Jeep
TypePrivate
From
349.000 kr
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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Glacier lagoon

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Floating icebergs at Jökulsárlón plus the best of South Iceland on the way.

Duration14 hours
PickupReykjavík
HighlightsSouth Iceland
StopsHot springs
From
27.990 kr
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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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Waterfalls

#1.Gjárfoss
750 m

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

Gjárfoss
#2.Hjálparfoss
6.2 km·~7 min drive

Hjálparfoss is one of several waterfalls in the south of Iceland situated in the lava…

Hjálparfoss
#3.Háifoss
7 km·~8 min drive

One of Iceland's tallest waterfalls at 122 meters. Located in a dramatic canyon with its…

Háifoss
#4.Granni
7.2 km·~9 min drive

The Granni is a waterfall that cascades into the Fossardalur right beside the Háifoss. .

Granni
4 waterfalls near South Coast

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Skeiða- og Gnúpverjahreppur
3 km·~4 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#2.Hrunalaug
24 km·~29 min drive

Small natural spring near Flúðir. Less crowded than Secret Lagoon. On private land -…

#3.Brúarpotturinn
27 km·~32 min drive

Hot spring in Westfjords. Natural geothermal bathing spot.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Skeiða- og Gnúpverjahreppur
27 km·~32 min drive

Wild hot spring. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Bring your own towel.

4 hot springs near South Coast

Campsites

#1.Áfangagil
10 km·~12 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Facilities…

#2.Sandártunga
11 km·~13 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Weather…

#3.Tjaldsvæðið í Þjórsárdal – Sandártunga
11 km·~13 min drive

The campsite is divided into several clearings, surrounded by trees, and renowned for its…

#4.Rjúpnavellir
14 km·~16 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Campfires…

4 campsites near South Coast

Supermarkets

#1.Krambúð
28 km·~33 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#2.Kjörbúðin
47 km·~57 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#3.Krambúðin
48 km·~58 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan
50 km·~61 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near South Coast

Gas stations

#1.Hrauneyjar
23 km·~28 min drive

Olís · 315.8 kr/L petrol

#2.Árnes
27 km·~33 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Flúðir
28 km·~33 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#4.Geysir
32 km·~38 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near South Coast

Tours

#1.Ice Cave & Waterfalls
11 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Katla ice cave, South Coast waterfalls and the black sand beach in one private day.

from 24,990 krView tour →
#2.Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
14 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Floating icebergs at Jökulsárlón plus the best of South Iceland on the way.

from 21,990 krView tour →
#3.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

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

from 32,990 krView tour →
3 tours near South Coast

Frequently
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Can I visit Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng?
Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng is a historic site in South Coast. 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 Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng?
Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng is located in South Coast. 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 Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng 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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