Icelandic Churches and Chapels
Iceland's capital region showcases a diverse range of religious architecture, from the 18th-century stone structures of Viðeyjarkirkja and Bessastaðakirkja to the iconic expressionist concrete spire of Hallgrímskirkja. This collection includes historic wooden chapels, the nation’s primary Roman Catholic basilica, and modern Lutheran churches known for their striking geometric designs. Many sites, such as Mosfellskirkja and Garðakirkja, occupy ancient grounds dating back to the medieval era, reflecting centuries of Icelandic history and heritage.
A Church of Hallgrímur
Expressionist Lutheran church featuring a towering spire and panoramic city views from its lookout tower.
B Landakot's Church
Landakotskirkja, officially named Basilika Krists konungs and often referred to as Kristskirkja, is a basilica located in the western part…
C Kopávogur Church
Kópavogskirkja is a church in Kópavogur, Iceland. It is located on Borgarholt hill at the top of Kársnes and offers a great view over…
D Free Church in Reykjavík
The Fríkirkjan í Reykjavík is a Lutheran church independent from the Church of Iceland, the established church of Iceland.
E Bessastaða Church
Stone church at the presidential estate, consecrated in 1796. It features stained glass windows depicting scenes from Icelandic history.
F Háteigskirkja
Modern Lutheran church built between 1957 and 1965, distinguished by its four tall corner towers and interior mosaic artwork.
G Digraneskirkja
Modern Lutheran church in Kópavogur, consecrated in 1994.
Hafnarfjordur Free Church
Hafnarfjordur Free Church is a church in the Free Lutheran congregation of Iceland, located in Hafnarfjordur.
Garðakirkja
Historic church in Álftanes built in 1889 on a site that has housed religious structures since the 13th century.
Ástjarnarkirkja
Contemporary Lutheran church serving the Ástjörn neighborhood in Hafnarfjörður.
Brautarholtskirkja
Small wooden church on the Kjalarnes peninsula, originally built in 1857.
Seltjarnarneskirkja
Modern church in Seltjarnarnes known for its unique concrete architecture and triangular design elements.
Mosfellskirkja
Church in Mosfellsdalur consecrated in 1965, located on a historic site linked to the Viking-age poet Egill Skallagrímsson.
Lágafellskirkja
Small stone church in Mosfellsbær, built in 1898.
Reynivallakirkja
Traditional wooden church in Kjós, completed in 1859.
Viðeyjarkirkja
One of Iceland's oldest stone buildings, consecrated in 1774 on Viðey Island. It retains original 18th-century interior fittings.
Hjallakirkja
Modern Lutheran church in Kópavogur, completed in 1993.
Lindakirkja
Contemporary Lutheran church in Kópavogur, consecrated in 2008.
Loftstofan Baptistakirkja
Baptist church located in the Kópavogur area.
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