Arfabót Medieval Farm
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Arfabót Medieval Farm

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Ruin typeFarm
PeriodMedieval period
ConditionExcavated
Arfabót is a medieval farm site on Mýrdalssandur that has been investigated through extensive excavation. Archaeologists have uncovered domestic buildings, a hall, kitchen, storage areas and agricultural structures.
Archaeological site
Excavated

Original use

Farmstead

Historical significance

Extensively excavated medieval farm on Mýrdalssandur.

Last verified 22 September 2026

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