Brazil
Argentina
Bolivia
Chile
Colombia
Ecuador
Guyana
French Guiana
Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
Paraguay
Peru
Suriname
Uruguay
Venezuela
Germany
Austria
Belgium
Croatia
Denmark
Spain
Finland
France
Greece
the Netherlands
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Luxembourg
Norway
Poland
Portugal
the United Kingdom
the Czech Republic
Sweden
Switzerland
Turkey
the United States
Mexico
the Dominican Republic
South Africa
Australia
Fiji
Museum · Sauðárkrókur, North West
Glaumbær
A group of turf houses that showcases traditional forms of dwelling in the Skagafjörður valley.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Discover
About Glaumbær
Glaumbær preserves a group of turf constructions in the Skagafjörður valley. Wooden facades, vegetation-covered roofs and low volumes show a housing solution tied to Iceland’s materials and climate.
The visit allows you to see how rooms are arranged in connected spaces and how turf forms the walls and roof. Reading the exterior ensemble is important to understand the interior, without reducing the houses to a photo backdrop.
The museum is south of Sauðárkrókur, on a detour from the Northern corridor. Check seasonal opening before planning entry to the buildings. Allow time to walk the site and to distinguish between exhibition areas and service buildings.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to two hours, depending on which interior areas are open.
Best time
Confirm the months when the turf houses are open and allow time for the interior.
How to get there
Via road 75, south of Sauðárkrókur.
Tip
Check internal visiting months before organizing the Northwest circuit.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Glaumbær
How much time to allocate for Glaumbær?
One to two hours, depending on which interior areas are open.
How to arrange access to Glaumbær?
Via road 75, south of Sauðárkrókur.
What to consider when visiting Glaumbær?
Check the months when interiors are open before organizing the Northwest circuit.