In Hofsárdalur you will find the old family farm Bustarfell, a quaint, centuries old Icelandic turf house with red gables and a grass-grown roof which is now a museum. Bustarfell is one of the oldest and best preserved turf houses in Iceland.

In 1532, the farm was bought by Árni Brandsson and his wife Úlfheiður, the farm has been owned by their descendants ever since.

A visit to the museum at Bustarfell is a journey through the history of farming and changes in lifestyle from the beginning of the 18th century to the mid-20th century. When walking through the museum you feel the inhabitants have only just left the house.

Three kitchens from different eras are showcased, as well as other artifacts from around the farm which show how technology developed. Hjáleigan Café is located next to the museum and a hiking path leads to the rock Álfkonusteinn, source of a local folktale.

• Destination

  East Iceland

• Country

  Iceland

• Type of experience

  Culture

• Best time to visit

  • Winter
  • Spring
  • Autumn
  • Summer

• Nearby stations

  • Hornafjörður Airport