Borg á Mýrum

The farm property includes a church building from 1880, positioned separately from its churchyard and aligned in a north-south direction along the landscape.

Skallagrimur Kveldulfsson established this settlement during Iceland's initial colonization, creating a foundation for his son Egill Skallagrimsson's subsequent agricultural activities.

The church contains an altarpiece painted by W.G. Collingwood in 1897, depicting Christ blessing children in Pre-Raphaelite style, making it distinct in Iceland.

Visitors can access the site by taking Route 54 northwest from Borgarnes, though the farm buildings remain private property with restricted entry.

A modern sculpture at the location represents Egill Skallagrimsson composing poetry after losing his sons, connecting literature with physical artistry.

Location: Borgarbyggð

GPS coordinates: 64.56150,-21.91540

Latest update: March 8, 2025 23:42