Eyvindarhola Cave
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Eyvindarhola Cave

Eyvindarhola is a small and inconspicuous cave shelter in a lava field in West Iceland. The site is associated with stories of the famous outlaw Fjalla-Eyvindur and his wife Halla.

The entrance is narrow and difficult to locate. Archaeological records describe stonework and traces of human use, giving the cave cultural as well as geological significance.

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Geology

A small cave shelter in a lava mound with stonework indicating human use.

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The site is associated with stories of Fjalla-Eyvindur and Halla.

Last verified 16 September 2026 Source

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