Qassiarsuk

Norse Settlement of Brattahlid

Located across from Narsarsuaq, Qassiarsuk is home to the remains of Erik the Red’s farm, Brattahlid. Visitors explore reconstructions of Viking longhouses and a church, hike nearby hills, and visit modern sheep farms. Ideal for history lovers.

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