Árnessýsla Heritage Museum
Árnessýsla Heritage Museum
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Arnessysla Heritage Museum - The House at Eyrarbakki. One of Iceland's oldest houses, built by Danish traders in 1765. At the Arnessysla Heritage Museum's varied exhibitions, visitors can experience past times and learn about the remarkable history of the area. Opening hours: 1th May - 30th Sept. Daily: 10-17. And by arrangement 1th Oct - 30th April.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Twinedith
Yachats, OR97 contributions
May 2019
The wind, cold, and stoic buildings take one back to the past at the House at Eyrarbakki. We spent two hours walking through the varied exhibits and then spent another hour walking along the beach and exploring the small village. The remote location helped all of us feel connected to the south coast and the history of Iceland that, before, we had only been reading about. This enchanting site made history come alive.
Written January 2, 2020
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Charles_and_Susan
Nottingham, UK7,618 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
There's a varied range of exhibits, firstly in the maritime museum with a boat and fishing related items along wither other tools, etc.
The Merchant's house is furnished for the time it was last in use and is the oldest house in the village. It was brought over as a kit house in the 18th century - early IKEA!
The Merchant's house is furnished for the time it was last in use and is the oldest house in the village. It was brought over as a kit house in the 18th century - early IKEA!
Written January 30, 2023
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Rachelle Elliott
Flateyri, Iceland194 contributions
Oct 2019 • Solo
As the oldest surviving house in Iceland this museum is wonderfully laid out with much of the original furniture. The Director is extremely knowledgeable and even though it was not summer season, I was able to arrange a visit by appointment. As a very important part of Iceland's history I would recommend a visit.
Written October 28, 2019
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BigG1
Kent311 contributions
Jun 2018 • Couples
Interesting to learn about the trade back in history - friendly staff, the oldest house in town built around 1850?
Written June 26, 2018
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AJICE
Reykjavik, Iceland1,584 contributions
Jan 2017 • Friends
The museum is very interesting - it explains how some Icelanders lived in luxury many years ago. A lot of historical artifacts are on display and explained.
Written February 1, 2017
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Laurista
Ruardean, UK257 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
We stopped here on our way to Solvangur Icelandic horse centre. We were not sure what to expect but it was great. 1000kr for adults and my 3 children were free. The house looks so small from the outside, but there is so much inside and every room is used including the attic space. It had great information and in the house kitchen was free coffee!
You will not come across this place, you need to hunt it out but it is worth it, espically as its quiet and seeing the village now it amazing to see how busy it used to be when all the farmers came to trade.
You will not come across this place, you need to hunt it out but it is worth it, espically as its quiet and seeing the village now it amazing to see how busy it used to be when all the farmers came to trade.
Written August 28, 2018
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Mic L
Hampshire, UK598 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
You have to know about this museum or have an informative guide to be able to find this hidden gem. Fortunately we had the latter and despite arriving very late the museum was opened especially for us and what a joy it was. Exploring and displaying the life of this small fishing community over more than 100 years it contains not only fishing artefacts but also watchmaking and a fire engine. The collection is housed in a custom made house built to contain a rebuilt clinker built fishing boat - the Farsaell. In addition the village boasts a further 20 more attractions including camping grounds, restaurants and accommodation. Well worth the stop on your travels.
Written May 24, 2018
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Bradley T
indy5,639 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
We hit Eyrarbakki after doing the golden circle clockwise from Rekyavik.
The museum consists of 5 buildings (one of which is dedicated to maritime).
The museum is a nice mix of exhibits and period rooms.
There's plenty of info in english to give you a feel for what you are seeing.
It's a great add on if you have time at the end of the golden circle.
It would also make a good detour if travelling from Rekyavik down the southeast coast towards Vik.
It's worth 1-2 hours (we spent 2 and didn't feel rushed)
The museum consists of 5 buildings (one of which is dedicated to maritime).
The museum is a nice mix of exhibits and period rooms.
There's plenty of info in english to give you a feel for what you are seeing.
It's a great add on if you have time at the end of the golden circle.
It would also make a good detour if travelling from Rekyavik down the southeast coast towards Vik.
It's worth 1-2 hours (we spent 2 and didn't feel rushed)
Written April 4, 2018
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Tuftyhead
Northern Ireland, UK165 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
Off the beaten track and not a main tourist stop, we thought this was a great place to visit on a driving tour south of Reykjavick. The houses were what we expected to see in Iceland but seem to be quite rare now. Multicoloured houses in corrugated iron and wood in all shapes and sizes, shabby -chic and some needing renovation but interesting because they were so different from UK houses and one of the oldest towns in Iceland.
We walked down the main street, around the village and back along the seashore and it was completely deserted with nowhere open (this was 1030 on a Friday) except the garage shop so maybe best not to plan to take a food break here.
We walked down the main street, around the village and back along the seashore and it was completely deserted with nowhere open (this was 1030 on a Friday) except the garage shop so maybe best not to plan to take a food break here.
Written June 23, 2016
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RagnarKG
Eyrarbakki, Iceland22 contributions
Jun 2015 • Family
In a country where wood hat (and still has) to be chosen and transported from abroad, it fascinates me to see and experience how beautiful houses were made. Husid (THE House - it being at the time of its build, the only building worthy of the descriptory word ´house´) houses the merchants family and servants, kept alive with the museums staff in a amusing and lively way. On a summers day I´ve seen one of the women with a rake working outside, tending the carrot beet, always dressed accordingly to 18th century dress code. The smell of tar and the beautiful stonewalls add up to a desired flair. I´ve visited many museums in many countries and the ones that I can remember are, like the House´the ones where you get a feel for the history. Much to recommend.
Written August 13, 2015
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