Húsavíkurkirkja

The Húsavíkurkirkja ([ˈhuːsaˌviːkʏrˌcʰɪr̥ca]) is an early 20th century church in Húsavík, Iceland. The wooden church was built in 1907 by Icelandic architect Rögnvaldur Ólafsson, who designed the building in line with the Swiss chalet style.[1][2] The church hosts marriages, baptisms, funerals, and an annual general meeting.[3]

Húsavíkurkirkja
Location
LocationHúsavík, Iceland
Geographic coordinates66°02′45″N 17°20′32″W
Architecture
TypeSteeple church
StyleSwiss chalet style
Completed1907

References
  1. "Húsavík". Guide to Iceland. Retrieved 2020-08-18.
  2. "From Iceland — Welcome To Whaletown: A Day In The Northern Town Of Húsavík". The Reykjavik Grapevine. 2016-11-11. Retrieved 2020-08-18.
  3. "Húsavíkurkirkja". Húsavíkurkirkja (in Icelandic). Retrieved 2020-08-18.

See also
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