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Solheimar - English Solheimar is a sustainable community where about 100 people live and work together. It was founded in 1930 by Sesselja Hreindís Sigmundsdóttir (1902-1974).
Solheimar community emphasizes on the growth and development of man and nature. The social emphasis is that different individuals are offered variable opportunities to work, live and socialize.
 
The activity in Solheimar is versatile. In the village, there are organic greenhouses, both for vegetable cultivation and a forestry, the only organic forestry in Iceland. There is also a shop/gallery in Solheimar, a café, a bakery, guesthouses and many art venues throughout the year. There are six workshops in the village; a candle workshop, ceramics, weaving, carpentry, fine art atelier and a herbal workshop that makes soaps, creams, paper etc.
 
In Solheimar you will find a church, a sculpture garden, an arboretum, sports hall, gym and a swimming pool, a music garden, an art gallery and during the summer and for Advent a cultural festival with different venues; music, fine art, theater etc. The Eco-center Sesseljuhus (www.sesseljuhus.is) was opened in 2002 where most conferences, meetings and other gatherings are held both for the village and visitors.
 
The people of Solheimar are great hosts and everyone is welcome to Solheimar. Notice the “what’s on” where you will find the current venues.
 
* Welcome to Solheimar - hope you enjoy your stay with us *