It can be given as a Christmas gift.

Christmas gifts don't have to be new to make someone happy ✨♻️

Whether it's garments with a story, unique nuggets, or recycled and repurposed items, these are Christmas gifts that delight both loved ones and the planet.

👉 Check out our ideas for a more sustainable Christmas below. You don't have to change your habits – one small, conscious decision can make a difference.

Choose a gift with a lower environmental impact. Let's think together – let's celebrate together – and make Christmas a little greener. 🌟

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Make Christmas about sustainability and unique gifts with historical value. Whether you're looking for ideas for homemade Christmas gifts, thrift stores, or a gift certificate that will delight both people and nature, Hringekjan has something for you.

Choose with your heart – give a gift that will last longer!

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GIFT CERTIFICATE

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Gift certificates are the perfect way to find treasured and environmentally friendly products. Contribute to improved consumption with a Hringekjan credit gift certificate.

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A gift certificate for a rental at Hringekjan is an ideal option to introduce your loved one to the cycle path and everything it offers.

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Used, reused and unique ideas

  • Notað og umhverfisvænt um jólin

    Used and environmentally friendly at Christmas

    Christmas gifts don't always have to be new to make people happy. Here are some fun ideas for Christmas gifts that can be found in Hringrás and convenience stores across...

    Used and environmentally friendly at Christmas

    Christmas gifts don't always have to be new to make people happy. Here are some fun ideas for Christmas gifts that can be found in Hringrás and convenience stores across...

  • Gjafapappírsflóðið

    The gift wrap flood

    ..and how to avoid it 🎁 By utilizing what you already have and giving old items a new purpose, you can create unique, warm, and environmentally friendly packaging that will...

    The gift wrap flood

    ..and how to avoid it 🎁 By utilizing what you already have and giving old items a new purpose, you can create unique, warm, and environmentally friendly packaging that will...

  • Heimagerðar Jólagjafir

    Homemade Christmas Gifts

    Homemade gifts are a big favorite with us. Here are some ideas that will undoubtedly make you happy 🌟 Candle made from a cup 🕯☕️ Make candles from old tea...

    Homemade Christmas Gifts

    Homemade gifts are a big favorite with us. Here are some ideas that will undoubtedly make you happy 🌟 Candle made from a cup 🕯☕️ Make candles from old tea...

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Where in the country can I find

Thrift stores?

Reykjavik

  • Hringekjan – Circular store with rental of sales space
    Location: Þórunnartún 2, 105 Reykjavík.
  • Hertex – A thrift store run by the Salvation Army that sells used clothing and other items.
    Location: Vínlandsleið 6-8, 113 Reykjavík.
  • Red Cross – Several stores with a wide selection of used clothing and items.
    Locations: Laugavegur 12, Kringlan, Laugavegur 116 and Þönglabakki 1.
  • The Bazaar – The Union of Icelandic Christian Mission Societies’ market.
    Location: Austurver, Háaleitisbraut 68, 103 Reykjavík.
  • The Shopping Mall – A retail space for clothing, accessories and household goods.
    Location: Laugavegur 26, 101 Reykjavik.
  • ABC Utility Market – Sells clothing, books and other items.
    Locations: Laugavegur 118, 105 Reykjavík; Nýbýlavegur 6, 200 Kópavogur.
  • Barnaloppan – Specializes in children's clothing and accessories.
    Location: Skeifan 11a, 108 Reykjavik.
  • Spúutnik – Vintage clothing and accessories store.
    Location: Laugavegur 28b, 101 Reykjavík and Kringlan
  • Kolaportið – Flea market with second-hand goods and gifts.
    Location: Tryggvagata, 101 Reykjavik.
  • The Golden Cat Second hand and vintage
  • Location: Austurstræti 8-10, 101 Reykjavík
  • Wasteland – Second-hand and vintage.
    Location: Ingólfsstræti 5, 101 Reykjavík.
  • Chat – Clothing rental.
    Location: Hallgerðargata 19-23, 105 Reykjavík.
  • Retail – A clothing retailer.
    Location: Smáratorgi 3, 201 Kópavogur.
  • The Antique House – Antique products for the home.
    Location: Þverholt 5, 105 Reykjavík.
  • Portið – Antique products for the home.
    Location: Auðbrekku 21, 200 Kópavogur.
  • My Gold - A circular shop with sales space for rent
  • Location: Smiðjuvegur 4a, Kópavogur
  • Mamma mia vintage - Vintage and second hand
  • Location : Bergstaðastræti 2, 101 Reykjavík
  • Elley - Second hand charity sale - Women's shelter
  • Location : East Beach 10, Seltjarnarnes
  • Material Supplier – Used office and industrial supplies.
  • Location: Skeifan 7, 104 Reykjavik.

    East Iceland

    Egilsstaðir

    • The Red Cross in Egilsstaðir – Flea market with used clothing and items.
      Location: Dynskógar 4, 700 Egilsstaðir.

    North Iceland

    Akureyri

    • Hertex – Convenience store with clothing and other items.
      Location: Hrísalundur 1b, 600 Akureyri.
    • The Red Cross at Eyjafjörður – A convenience market with a wide selection.
      Location: Þórunnarstræti 98, 600 Akureyri.
    • Upcycled – A store with stalls selling used clothing and accessories.
      Location: Sunnuhlíð, 600 Akureyri.

    Husavik

    • Red Cross in Húsavík – Shop with a wide selection of used goods.
      Location: Garðarsbraut 44, 640 Húsavík.

    Dalvik

    • Litla Loppan – A flea market with used clothing and other items.
      Location: Hólavegur 15, 620 Dalvík.

    Siglufjordur

    • Sigluvík Flea Market – Shop selling used clothing and accessories.
      Location: Siglufjordur.

    South Iceland

    Selfoss

    • The Red Cross in South Iceland – A flea market with a wide selection of used products.
      Location: Eyravegur 23, 800 Selfoss.
    • The convenience market in Selfoss Gagnheiði 32, 800 Selfoss

    Hveragerði

    • Location: Austurmörk 1-3, 810 Hveragerði

    Westman Islands

    • The Red Cross in the Vestmannaeyjar Islands – Utility market with an emphasis on social responsibility.
      Location: Strandvegur 50, 900 Vestmannaeyjar.

    Southwest Iceland

    Reykjanesbær

    • Hertex – Convenience store with an emphasis on sustainable consumption.
      Location: Hafnargata 50, 230 Reykjanesbær.

    Selfoss

    • The Red Cross in South Iceland – A flea market with a wide selection of used products.
      Location: Eyravegur 23, 800 Selfoss.

    Akranes

    • The Red Cross in West Iceland – A flea market with good clothing and other items.
      Location: Kirkjubraut 50, 300 Akranes.

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