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Skálholt

Skálholt, Iceland

History

For more than seven centuries the seat of the bishops of southern Iceland, now marked by a 1960s church above a medieval underground passage. A quiet, free stop just off route 35 between Geysir and Selfoss.

Nearest town
Skálholt, Iceland
Category
History & culture
GPS
64.1260, -20.5250

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Iceland: No motorway tolls for cars. Many roads are gravel; F-roads need a 4×4. Motorway limit for cars: 90 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Tjaldmiðstöðin FlúðumCampsite
    10 km from Skálholt
    ShowersWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Tjaldmiðstöðin á FlúðumMotorhome stopover
    10 km from Skálholt
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • LaugarvatnCampsite
    15 km from Skálholt
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    OSMAdd to trip
  • Tjaldsvæði ÚthlíðCampsite
    17 km from Skálholt
    TentsCaravansShowersToilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Tjaldsvæðið við GeysiCampsite
    23 km from Skálholt
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • SkjólCampsite
    25 km from Skálholt
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Iceland · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Skálholt?

Skálholt is in Skálholt, Iceland, at GPS 64.1260, -20.5250. It is about 14 km from Laugarvatn.

Can you camp near Skálholt?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Álfaskeið, about 7 km away; within 25 km there are 16 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Skálholt?

Skálholt is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Iceland’s Golden Circle: Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss.

What is there to see near Skálholt?

Places worth a stop nearby: Kerið (20 km), Geysir and Strokkur (23 km), Gullfoss (30 km) and Þingvellir (33 km).

When is the best time to visit Skálholt?

Cold, short days in November–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)