Situated just two kilometres away from Borgarnes, Borg á Mýrum sits as an ancient farm and church estate on the route to Snaefellsnes peninsula. The history for this area reaches back to the settlement of Iceland and was originally home to Skalla-Grimur, who claimed the area as his land. Skalla-Grimur was father of Egill, the hero of Egill's Saga, and a monument to Egill now stands at Borg.
The 'fortress in the marshes', as Borg á Mýrum means, has been significant throughout Icelandic history. A church was first built on the land when Iceland was Christianised around the year 1000 AD, and a small church can still be seen today, along with a large rock that gave the place its name and a sculpture of Egil's poem entitiled 'Loss of a Son', made by Asmundur Sveinsson. The church was built in 1880 and has a notable geographical alignment of facing North-South, a very untraditional aspect for Icelandic churches.
On the Snæfellsnes peninsula you will find Snæfellsjökull glacier and National Park, hot springs, as well as two 18-hole golf courses, one in Borgarnes and one in Akranes.
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Hike on trails to the Litli Hrutur Volcano and the new eruption sites in Geldingadalur Valley on a guided day trip from Reykjavík. Soak in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon.
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Discover Iceland on a bus day trip from Reykjavik to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Gaze in awe at the Snæfellsjökull glacier, see black sand beaches, visit a fishing village and see Kirkjufell mountain.
Embark on an adventure through Iceland's captivating Reykjanes Peninsula and hike to the newly formed lava field from recent volcanic eruptions on a guided day trip from Reykjavik.
Enjoy a smooth and hassle-free transfer to the Blue Lagoon from Reykjavík. With frequent departures from the BSI Bus Terminal between morning and late in the afternoon.
Get entry tickets to Sky Lagoon, an oceanside geothermal spa, located only minutes from downtown Reykjavík. Immerse yourself in a spa ritual as the North Atlantic Ocean stretches out before you.
Embark on a whale-watching cruise in Faxaflói Bay from Reykjavík. Witness the stunning landscapes and keep an eye out for a variety of local wildlife, including whales, dolphins, porpoises, and more.
Visit the Eimverk Distillery in Reykjavik on a guided tour. Learn about the production process and taste Flóki Iceland's first and only whiskey, Vor Premium Gin, and Víti Brennivín.
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