Þingvellir National Park

No single place epitomizes the history of Iceland and the Icelandic nation better than Þingvellir by the river Öxará. At Þingvellir - literally "Assembly Plains" - the Alþing general assembly was established around 930 and continued to convene there until 1798. Major events in the history of Iceland have taken place at Þingvellir and therefore the place is held in high esteem by all Icelanders. Today Þingvellir is a protected national shrine. According to the law, passed in 1928, the protected area shall always be the property of the Icelandic nation, under the preservation of the Alþing.

Þingvellir national park was established 1930. Today it is one of the most visited sites in Iceland. Is it both to it´s rich history and beautiful nature. Þingvellir was accepted as a UNESCO World Heritage site 2004 for it´s cultural value to the world. Please come and enjoy the Þingvellir either through our interactive exhibition, walking routes, guided walks angling, snorkling or other activities.