Free guided tours, Þingeyrar Monastery
The archaeological excavation here is the Þingeyrar monastery. It was established in the year 1133 and thereby became the first monastery to get rooted in Iceland. The monastery was operated until 1551 when it was closed down in the light of the reformation. Þingeyrar was for a long time one of the richest lands in Iceland but the monastery also served an important role in the literary tradition of Icelanders during the medieval period.
The location
We are located SE from the church and you can walk from the parking from the church over the field.
When
Monday-Thursday, at. 11:00 and 16:00
Further information:
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