Helgustadir Spar Mine
Historic Sites
Historic Walking Areas
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Mines
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Attraction
About
Helgustaðir farther along the shore east of the village Eskifjorður, is world-famous. Polarizing light with Iceland spar from here, the 17th century Dutchman Huygens published discoveries on light as a phenomenon of waves. Evidence of former mining, Helgustaðanama, makes a visit worthwhile, note all relics of the area are protected.
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes