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Museum of Icelandic Sorcery & Witchcraft — Hólmavík

The Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft in Hólmavík explores Iceland's dark history of witch trials, magic staves and shamanic rituals from the 17th century. The most infamous exhibit is a pair of necropants — trousers made from a corpse's skin — used in dark magic rituals.

About Museum of Icelandic Sorcery & Witchcraft — Hólmavík

The Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft in Hólmavík explores Iceland's dark history of witch trials, magic staves and shamanic rituals from the 17th century. The most infamous exhibit is a pair of necropants — trousers made from a corpse's skin — used in dark magic rituals.

History & Background

This location is one of Iceland's remarkable natural and cultural attractions.

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About Museum of Icelandic Sorcery & Witchcraft — Hólmavík

Museum of Icelandic Sorcery & Witchcraft — Hólmavík 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.

Story & Folklore

The Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft in Hólmavík explores Iceland's dark history of witch trials, magic staves and shamanic rituals from the 17th century. The most infamous exhibit is a pair of necropants — trousers made from a corpse's skin — used in dark magic rituals.

Why Visit

The most infamous exhibit is a pair of necropants — trousers made from a corpse's skin — used in dark magic rituals.

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