Hólavallagarður Cemetery
Hólavallagarður
This verdant, tree-lined Reykjavik graveyard is both enchanting and eerie.

Hólavallagarður Cemetery opened in 1838 as Reykjavik’s new cemetery, replacing a burial ground used since Viking times. It is known for its tree-lined paths and historical significance.

Why Go

🌲 Practically a forest in a country with few trees
📜 Burial place of famous Icelanders, including Jón Sigurðsson
✨ Magical atmosphere in summer, mysterious in autumn
🚶 Easy access, located a couple of blocks off the city’s central pond

Tips

🕒 Always open.

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