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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.
Key Facts
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- ✔Iceland offers an incredible variety of natural and cultural experiences
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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.


