The Merchants House in Eyrarbakki, was built in 1765 when Danish merchants began to overwinter in Iceland.

Merchant families lived in the House for two centuries and over that period the House was the center for art and European culture in Iceland; fashion, music and literature spreading from there throughout the country.

Eyrarbakki was at that time one of the largest harbours and trading places in the country, serving people of South-Iceland.

Very interesting exhibitons in the center of Eyrarbakki village: The Merchants House, Egg House and Kirkjubær.

Opening hours: Open every day at summers 11-18 and by arrangement.

• Destination

  South Iceland

• Country

  Iceland

• Type of experience

  Culture

• Best time to visit

  • Winter
  • Spring
  • Autumn
  • Summer

• Nearby stations

  • Landeyjahöfn
  • Vestmannaeyjar Airport