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Þjóðveldisbærinn

About

Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng is a reconstructed viking-era farmstead in Iceland, located in the Þjórsárdalur valley near road 32 in Árnessýsla county. It includes a historically accurate reconstruction of buildings, including a longhouse, which stood 7 km to the north at Stöng; the farm is believed to have been buried under volcanic ash in 1104 following the eruption of the volcano Hekla.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

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Map of Þjóðveldisbærinn

Þjóðveldisbærinn is on Iceland's South Coast at 64.1200°N, 19.8206°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there
Road 32 (Búrfell - Landvegur)
Off the main road
0.3 km from Route 32
Nearest town
Árnes — 22.7 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
103 km in a straight line
What else is close
91 mapped places within 20 km

Þjóðveldisbærinn weather and conditions

At Þjóðveldisbærinn in South Coast, conditions as of 11 September 2026, 02:45 (Iceland time): 4°C (feels like 0°C), clear, wind 4 m/s. Daylight today: 13 h 37 m (sunrise 06:28, sunset 20:04). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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Where is Þjóðveldisbærinn?
Þjóðveldisbærinn is in South Coast, Iceland. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your drive — check live road conditions first, especially outside summer.
Is there an entry fee at Þjóðveldisbærinn?
Þjóðveldisbærinn charges an entry fee. Fees and opening hours change seasonally — check the museum's own website for current prices before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Þjóðveldisbærinn?
Opening hours for Þjóðveldisbærinn vary by season and aren't confirmed here. Many smaller Icelandic museums open only in summer or by arrangement — check the museum's website or call ahead before you go.
Is Þjóðveldisbærinn wheelchair accessible?
We don't have confirmed accessibility information for Þjóðveldisbærinn. Many historic and turf-built Icelandic museums have steps or uneven ground — contact them directly if you have specific access needs.

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