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Hallgrímskirkja (Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈhatl̥ˌkrimsˌcʰɪr̥ca], Church of Hallgrímur) is a Lutheran (Church of Iceland) parish church in Reykjavík, Iceland. At 74.5 metres (244 ft) tall, it is the largest church in Iceland and among the tallest structures in the country.
The Evangelical-Lutheran church Hallgrimskirkja is a living and thriving church in the center of Reykjavík. Hallgrímskirkja is both a national monument, dedicated to the most renowned sacred poet of Iceland, Hallgrímur Pétursson, and a mid-town parish church with a vibrant parochial life and musical activity.
We kindly ask you to be mindful of that while visiting the church. Kindly observe restrictions and timing for sightseeing of the church and opening of the tower during religous services and various other events. Opening hours: Valid from January 1st 2024 - May 19th 2024. Church: 10:00 - 17:00.
Sun: 10.00am - 3.00pm. Website: https://www.hallgrimskirkja.is/ Email: hallgrimskirkja@hallgrimskirkja.is. Hallgrímskirkja stands guard over Reykjavík. The church is both a parish church and a national sanctuary in Iceland. Its stepped concrete facade is an ode to modernism and a reminder of the Icelandic landscape.
Jun 27, 2019 · The Hallgrímskirkja echoes the shapes of cooling lava—and offers unparalleled views of Reykjavík. By Rumela Basu. June 27, 2019. • 5 min read. Located in the heart of Reykjavík, the striking...
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Hallgrímskirkja er opin alla daga vikunnar í sumar kl. 9-20. Turninn er opinn alla daga vikunnar kl. 9.-19.30. Athugið breytta opnunartíma vegna athafna og viðburða.
Feb 6, 2024 · Perched on the scenic hilltop of Skólavörðuholt, Hallgrímskirkja stands tall at 74.5 meters (244 ft), making it not only the largest church in Iceland but also one of the tallest structures in the country. Its visibility throughout Reykjavík turns it into a landmark for those meandering through the city’s streets.
