Lytingsstaðir Horses&Heritage for groups

Описание: We welcome groups (5-32 pax) for our popular Horses&Heritage program.

When in the North of Iceland a stop in the region Skagafjörður is a true “must do”!
Skagafjörður, also called the “Cradle of the Icelandic horse” is known for its horses and horsemen. A stunning landscape, history in every corner and a representative agricultural life merge into an attractive destination.

The horse farm Lýtingsstaðir is dedicated to presenting the Icelandic horse to visitors in a very special way.
During the program Horses&Heritage you get to know many interesting facts about the farm Lýtingsstaðir, the role the horse played for the settlement in Iceland and how horses have been kept and used in the old days. You will visit The Old Stable, a lovingly reconstructed horse stable made from turf.

Experience the atmosphere between the damp turf walls and listen to stories about horses and men in the past.

Get to know how turf houses were built and why there are only a few left. The turf buildings at the farm are a true masterpiece of old handcraft.

You also get to meet the two Icelandic sheep dogs Reykjavalla Íslands Sómi and Huldudals Hraundís. The Icelandic sheep dog is the only national dog breed of Iceland and they were saved from extinction in the middle of the last century.

You will have the possibility for a photo shooting with a horse in front of the stable.

Coffee, tea and some homemade pastry are served afterwards and you can talk to the owner/breeders of the farm.

The Horses&Heritage visit is an ideal choice for anyone who wants to find out more about the Icelandic horses and its strong bonds with the people of Iceland as well as learning more in general about Icelandic farm life.

Evelyn Ýr and her family and staff are welcoming groups visiting the farm during the Horses&Heritage program.
Evelyn Ýr has a master degree in cultural science and is an educated tourist guide for Iceland.

Be welcome at Lýtingsstaðir!