GREENLAND / POI 49
Photo: Number 57 at English
Hvalsey Church Ruins
Best-Preserved Norse Ruin in Greenland
Hvalsey Church, near Qaqortoq, is the most famous and intact Norse ruin in Greenland. Dating to the 14th century, it was the site of the last documented Norse event in Greenlandic history (a wedding in 1408). Set beside the fjord, it’s a stunning reminder of Viking presence.
Get our travel guide app “Greenland Visually” and enjoy the full experience – including maps, navigation and favorites.Download “Greenland Visually” on the App Store
More in GREENLAND
The Unity of the Realm
Greenland, Denmark, and the Faroe Islands
Greenland at a Glance
Key Facts About the World’s Largest Island
Qaanaaq
Northernmost Town in Greenland
Food
Tastes of the Arctic – Greenlandic Food and Tradition
Igaliku Trail
UNESCO Route Through Norse History
Uunarteq
Hot Springs and Arctic Views
More Cultural spots
Nuuk Cathedral (Annaassisitta Oqaluffia)
Symbol of Christianity in Greenland
Hans Egede House
Greenland’s Oldest Standing Building
Old Nuuk (Kolonihavnen)
Nuuk’s Colonial Beginnings
Katuaq Cultural Centre
Nuuk’s Modern Cultural Heart
Brattahlid (Qassiarsuk)
Home of Erik the Red
Igaliku (Gardar Ruins)
Norse Episcopal Center