Hof Ásatrúarfélagsins

The temple features an oval structure with an inverted dome, constructed from concrete and local wood materials on the southern slope of Öskjuhlíð hill.

Construction of this first major hof since Viking Age began in March 2015 during a solar eclipse, marking a return of Norse religious buildings in Iceland.

The building serves the Ásatrúarfélagið community for religious ceremonies, concerts, exhibitions, and administrative functions within the modern practice of Norse traditions.

The temple stands near Reykjavik University, with administrative offices operational while social spaces continue under development at an estimated cost of 270 million krónas.

The architectural design incorporates sacred geometry and specific numbers to establish connections between earth, sky, and sun through natural light variations.

GPS coordinates: 64.12260,-21.92186

Latest update: March 4, 2025 13:41