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Skálholt

Skálholt, Iceland

History

For more than seven centuries the seat of the bishops of southern Iceland, now marked by a 1960s church above a medieval underground passage. A quiet, free stop just off route 35 between Geysir and Selfoss.

Nearest town
Skálholt, Iceland
Category
History & culture
GPS
64.1260, -20.5250

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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  • Tjaldmiðstöðin á FlúðumMotorhome stopover
    10 km from Skálholt
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  • LaugarvatnCampsite
    15 km from Skálholt
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  • Tjaldsvæði ÚthlíðCampsite
    17 km from Skálholt
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  • Tjaldsvæðið við GeysiCampsite
    23 km from Skálholt
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  • SkjólCampsite
    25 km from Skálholt
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