westfjords · Iceland
Eiríksstaðir – Birthplace of Leif Erikson
Eiríksstaðir is the site of the original farm of Eiríkur rauði (Erik the Red) and the birthplace of his son Leif Erikson — the Norse explorer believed to have reached North America around 1000 AD, 500 years before Columbus. A reconstructed Viking longhouse stands on the site, and in summer costumed guides demonstrate Viking age life, crafts and daily routines. The original building foundations are visible beneath a protective cover nearby.
About Eiríksstaðir – Birthplace of Leif Erikson
Eiríksstaðir is the site of the original farm of Eiríkur rauði (Erik the Red) and the birthplace of his son Leif Erikson — the Norse explorer believed to have reached North America around 1000 AD, 500 years before Columbus. A reconstructed Viking longhouse stands on the site, and in summer costumed guides demonstrate Viking age life, crafts and daily routines. The original building foundations are visible beneath a protective cover nearby.
History & Background
This location is one of Iceland's remarkable natural and cultural attractions.
Key Facts
- ✔Eiríksstaðir – Birthplace of Leif Erikson is part of Iceland's diverse landscape
- ✔Iceland offers an incredible variety of natural and cultural experiences
- ✔The country's unique geology creates a constantly changing and dramatic environment
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Eiríksstaðir – Birthplace of Leif Erikson is a point of interest in westfjords. Iceland's diverse and dramatic landscape makes it one of the world's most remarkable travel destinations, with countless natural and cultural attractions to discover.
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Eiríksstaðir is the site of the original farm of Eiríkur rauði (Erik the Red) and the birthplace of his son Leif Erikson — the Norse explorer believed to have reached North America around 1000 AD, 500 years before Columbus. A reconstructed Viking longhouse stands on the site, and in summer costumed guides demonstrate Viking age life, crafts and daily routines. The original building foundations are visible beneath a protective cover nearby.
Why Visit
The original building foundations are visible beneath a protective cover nearby.