Fridheimar farm is not an ordinary farm but a special place where you can get various homemade dishes from fresh tomatoes grown right on the farm. Here, you can also catch a horse show that’s been presented in 14 different languages. Spend your day trying out delicious meals and learning about modern Icelandic farming.
The farm is situated in a very convenient place, in Iceland’s Southwest. You can come here on your trip to the Golden Circle as Friðheimar is surrounded by many famous attractions, Thingvellir National Park being just an hour away.
Full address: 5HH4+225 Friðheimar, 806 Reykholt, Iceland.
If you’re making your way to the tomato farm from the capital, the distance between Friðheimar and Reykjavik is around 100 kilometers, and it will take you approximately 1.5 hours to reach your destination.
Another interesting and convenient place from which you can go to the farm is Reykholt village. It takes only 20 minutes to reach Friðheimar from this tiny town. If you decide to stop here after visiting Thingvellir National Park, take Route 365 and then follow Gjabakkavegur/Gjábakkavegur.
This family farm was established in 1995 by Knútur Rafn Ármann and his wife, Helena Hermundardóttir. The couple, who have expertise in horticulture and horses, expanded the existing farm throughout the years and made it a place for people to spend time learning about farming and testing out quality foods grown right here, on the farm.
Their early years establishing the farm started with working on what they already had – two greenhouses and a house. A few years later, they expanded by building a 1,174 m² greenhouse. In 2002, they started growing tomatoes, doing it all year round thanks to artificial lighting system implementation. 2007 was when tourist services were established, and a stable for 20 horses was built. With time, it all got to a point where horse shows started being performed. And since 2012, people can buy products as souvenirs from the farm’s shop.
The tomato farm is most recognized for its fresh products that can be tested at Friðheimar restaurant and bought at the shop, Icelandic horse shows held in 14 different languages, and smart and sustainable horticulture solutions.
When can you visit the tomato farm? The great news is that it’s open all year round. You’re welcome to enjoy your lunch surrounded by tomato plants and see the greenhouse or catch a horse show.
Because of its convenient location, the farm is near well-known attractions in Iceland, allowing visitors to spend quality time at Friðheimar before or after a day full of sightseeing.
There’s no surprise if you wish to stay near this enjoyable place. Here are a few suggestions of where you can stay near Friðheimar farm.
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