Contact Us
We welcome guests of all ages. The exhibition is ideal for individuals, families, groups of friends as well as school groups. Contact us for special requests or events – info@1238.is
Do You Have What It Takes?
The year is 1238
1238 The Battle of Iceland is an interactive and immersive historical experience that brings you into the middle of Viking battles and historical events. Welcoming to people of all ages the exhibition offers its guests to take part in Icelands history through virtual reality. Step back in time and fight alongside the Vikings.
Iceland’s only civil war
Immersive VR experience
Viking battle in virtual reality The exhibition stages the most famous Viking battles and events of the age of Sturlungs (1220-1264). It incorporates cutting edge interactive technology that transports you into the past. There you can take part and experience one of Iceland’s most fearful battle; The battle of Örlygsstaðir first hand. That battle shaped Icelandic history and was the beginning of the end of Iceland’s independence.
Developed by: New Reality
Opening hours
For groups of all shapes and sizes
We welcome guests of all ages. The exhibition is ideal for individuals, families, groups of friends as well as school groups. Contact us for special requests or events, we are flexible and ready for taylor made visits – info@1238.is or call +354 588 1238
OPEN TODAY:
- Mon 10:00 - 17:00
- Tue 10:00 - 17:00
- Wed 10:00 - 17:00
- Thu 10:00 - 17:00
- Fri 10:00 - 17:00
- Sat 10:00 - 17:00
- Sun 10:00 - 17:00
We also offer
Grána BistroGrána Bistro, located in the exhibition offers a bistro menu with local ingredients, coffee and beverages in a cozy dining area for up to 60 people.
Gránabúð GiftshopGránubúð, is a souvenir and gift shop specializing in handcrafted products and Icelandic design, along with quality viking artisanal souvenirs.
Tourist information officeOn the ground floor you will also find the Tourist Information Office in Sauðárkrókur.
