Litla-Hraun

Litla-Hraun is the largest prison in Iceland as well the most notorious one. Located just outside Eyrarbakki it consists of 9 buildings inside a high-security fence.

Founded on March 8 1929 as a single building it has expanded to its current size. Inside the fence is a football field as well as some basketball facilities. Work programs include the making of license plates and car washing. Inmates get paid for their work according to a fixed rate set by the Prison Authority of Iceland.

References

* [http://www.fangelsi.is/fangelsi-rikisins/fangelsid-litla-hrauni/ Fangelsið Litla-Hrauni]