Gásir

Historical Site

Medieval trading and training post, and heritage site in Iceland

Gásir or Gásakaupstaður was a medieval trading post situated 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) north of Akureyri on the coast of Eyjafjörður, in Northern Iceland. Gásir is recognized as an Icelandic heritage site, and the Akureyri Museum hosts events at its location, in addition to providing online information about the former training post.

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