Þykkvabæjarkirkja

Modern 1967–1972 church in Þykkvibær, historically known as Hábæjarkirkja.

At a Glance

Visit time

15-30 minutes for viewing the exterior and appreciating the unique architecture.

Best season

Summer (June-August) for pleasant weather; otherwise, clear days offer the best views of the unique architecture.

Access

Easily accessible by paved road, with parking available directly in front of the church. Suitable for all vehicle types.

GPS

63.7474, -20.6134

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About

About Þykkvabæjarkirkja

Modern 1967–1972 church in Þykkvibær, historically known as Hábæjarkirkja.

See a distinctive modern rural church in Þykkvibær and learn how the parish changed during the 20th century.

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Background

History & Background

Þykkvabæjarkirkja serves the Þykkvibær community in Rangárþing ytra. The present church was designed by Ragnar Emilsson and built between 1967 and 1972. It replaced an earlier church used by the parish. The site should be presented through documented church history rather than unverified folklore.

Þykkvabæjarkirkja stands in Þykkvibær in Rangárþing ytra. The present pyramid-like concrete church was designed by Ragnar Emilsson, built between 1967 and 1972 and consecrated in October 1972. It replaced the earlier Hábæjarkirkja used by the parish. The building remains an active church, so visitors should respect services and should not assume interior access without current information.

Folklore

Story & Folklore

The present Þykkvabæjarkirkja reflects a period when Icelandic rural churches increasingly adopted modern architectural forms. Its pyramid-like concrete design contrasts with many older timber churches in South Iceland.

💡 Did You Know?

The present church was built between 1967 and 1972 and replaced the earlier parish church traditionally associated with Hábær.

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