Hraungerðiskirkja
Protected 1902 church at a site with documented medieval church history.
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About Hraungerðiskirkja
Protected 1902 church at a site with documented medieval church history.
See a well-maintained rural church that continues a church-site tradition recorded for more than eight centuries.
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The current Hraungerðiskirkja was built to plans by local carpenter Eiríkur Gíslason and consecrated in December 1902. The building underwent substantial exterior repairs and restoration late in the 20th century. Visitors should respect services, the churchyard and any access restrictions.
Did You Know?
The present Hraungerðiskirkja was consecrated in 1902.
Culture
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Icelandic sagas and folklore from this area
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