Virkishólasel is a historic farm and former seasonal dairy settlement in Geithellnadalur in East Iceland. Historical parish descriptions identify Virkishólasel as a seasonal settlement belonging to Geithellar, located beneath Virkishólafjall. A permanent farm was later established at the site. Virkishólasel forms part of the long settlement and agricultural history of Geithellnadalur.
Original use
Seasonal dairy settlement belonging to Geithellar and later a farm.
Historical significance
Virkishólasel originated as a seasonal dairy settlement belonging to Geithellar beneath Virkishólafjall. Historical parish descriptions state that the site was used annually as a seasonal settlement. A farm was later established there.
Last verified 22 September 2026 Source