Thingvellir National Park

Thingvellir National Park spans across 240 square kilometers of land where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet, creating deep fissures and valleys.

The park grounds served as the location for the Althing general assembly from 930 until 1798, establishing one of the earliest parliamentary systems in Europe.

The site received UNESCO World Heritage status in 2004 for its role in developing Icelandic cultural identity through centuries of parliamentary gatherings and legal proceedings.

Visitors can access multiple hiking trails, information centers, camping grounds, and parking areas throughout the park, with special permits required for activities like diving and fishing.

The Silfra fissure within the park contains water filtered through underground lava fields, maintaining a constant temperature of 2 degrees Celsius throughout the year.

Location: Bláskógabyggð

Location: Grímsnes- og Grafningshreppur

Inception: 1928

Elevation above the sea: 120 m

Website: https://www.thingvellir.is/en

Operator: Þingvallanefnd

Part of: Golden Circle

Address: 806 Selfoss, Iceland 806 Selfoss

Phone: +3544881800

Website: https://thingvellir.is/en

GPS coordinates: 64.25806,-21.12500

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:40