The term huldufólk was taken as a synonym of álfar (elves) in 19th-century Icelandic folklore. Jón Árnason found that the terms are synonymous, except álfar is a pejorative term.

Apr 15, 2024 · Huldufólk, or hidden people, are a significant part of Icelandic and Faroese folklore. Resembling humans, these mythical beings are said to live parallel to us, invisible yet always …

Oct 14, 2025 · In Icelandic folklore, the Huldufólk (meaning hidden people) are like elves. These beings are also said to be very similar to human beings, and live in little houses in the rocks.

Dec 18, 2018 · Iceland is a country riddled with stories of elves (smaller, human-like creatures with pointy ears), ‘hidden people’ (interdimensional human-like beings, called huldufólk in …

Jan 23, 2025 · Huldufólk, or hidden people, are similar to humans in appearance and behavior but live parallel lives in an unseen world. They are believed to live in rocks, hills, and other natural …

Mythical Attributes: Often invisible, Huldufólk are hidden people that coexist in the Icelandic landscape. Role in Mythos: They serve as protectors of nature and are believed to reside in …

The Huldufólk (Hidden People) are mysterious and elusive creatures in Icelandic mythology, often described as human-like beings, but invisible or partially visible to human eyes.

Sep 24, 2024 · The Huldufólk, or “hidden people,” are a fascinating aspect of Icelandic folklore, deeply ingrained in the nation’s cultural heritage. These elusive beings, often described as …

The huldufólk, or hidden people, feature prominently in Icelandic oral traditions as supernatural beings residing parallel to human society in rocky hills, mounds, and invisible realms, often …

Huldufólk or hidden people are elves in Icelandic and Faroese folklore. They are supernatural beings that live in nature. They look and behave similarly to huma...