Museum

1 hour · East Iceland · Óbyggðasetur Íslands / Wilderness Center · Free cancellation on most tours

In June 2016 the Wilderness Center opened its exhibitions on life in and near the highlands. The extended exhibition area reaches as far the top of the hills behind the Center, as well as to the abandoned farm Kleif, about 3 km up the valley. Various farm buildings are turned into exhibition spaces. Upon entering the Center, the visitor embarks on an adventure, backwards in time. The exhibitions lend the Wilderness Center a unique setting. Step into the past Visiting the Wilderness Center is an adventure. As soon as guests park their cars and cross the old wooden bridge at the Wilderness Center, they step into the past. Every detail at the premises has been remade in the original style to make the visitor feel as if taking part in an adventure of the past. The buildings, interior decorations, food, activities and hosts all play a vital role in this experience. The accommodation offered is integrated into the museum, and thus our guests spend both night and day in the “Wilderness World.”