Leifr Eiríksson statue

Statue Reykjavik, Höfuðborgarsvæðið, Iceland

What to expect

The Leifr Eiríksson statue is a prominent landmark in Reykjavik, Iceland, commemorating the Viking explorer who discovered America. The statue was a gift from the US to Iceland, weighing over 50 tons, and features an inscription on the back

Plan your family visit to the Leifr Eiríksson statue with these blog insights 👇

Iceland with Kids: Discover Reykjavik

This family's experience:

Activities: We saw the statue of Leifr Eiríksson, a Scandinavian explorer thought to be the first European to land in North America

Highlights: It was certainly impressive and very distinguished looking ✨