Stöð Viking Age Archaeological Site
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Stöð Viking Age Archaeological Site

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Ruin typeLonghouse
Period9th–10th century
From year850
To year1000
ConditionExcavated
At Stöð in Stöðvarfjörður archaeologists have excavated two large Viking Age halls. The younger hall dates to the 10th century while dating evidence indicates that the larger, earlier hall belongs to the late 9th century.
Archaeological site
Excavated

Original use

Halls and settlement

Historical significance

Two large halls, including an earlier structure likely dating to the late 9th century.

Last verified 22 September 2026

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