Sænautasel Campsite

Sænautasel campsite is nestled by Lake Sænautavatn, offering a serene, nature-filled experience, perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat off the beaten path. While the campsite provides basic amenities, its real charm lies in the surrounding tranquility. Camping costs 1500 ISK per person. The area is also home to the historic Sænautasel farm, a turfhouse settlement inhabited from 1843-1943. Abandoned temporarily due to the devastating ashfall from the 1875 eruption of Askja, the farm is rumored to have inspired Halldór Laxness’ famed novel *Independent People*. The farm has been rebuilt, and visitors can explore its authentic interiors during the summer. Guided tours offer insight into the lives of past generations, and traditional refreshments are also available during the season.

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Sænautasel campsite is nestled by Lake Sænautavatn, offering a serene, nature-filled experience, perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat off the beaten path. While the campsite provides basic amenities, its real charm lies in the surrounding tranquility. Camping costs 1500 ISK per person. The area is also home to the historic Sænautasel farm, a turfhouse settlement inhabited from 1843-1943. Abandoned temporarily due to the devastating ashfall from the 1875 eruption of Askja, the farm is rumored to have inspired Halldór Laxness’ famed novel *Independent People*. The farm has been rebuilt, and visitors can explore its authentic interiors during the summer. Guided tours offer insight into the lives of past generations, and traditional refreshments are also available during the season.

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