Valhalla, the great hall of slain warriors in Norse mythology, was destroyed by Surtur, a fire giant.
The Destruction of Valhalla During Ragnarok
During Ragnarok, the end of the world in Norse mythology, Surtur's fiery onslaught consumes everything. This event is described in the reference as:
Surtur destroys the world (meaning Asgard as well as Midgard) by fire, so there is no more Valhalla after Ragnarok.
Here’s how the destruction unfolds:
- Surtur's Fire: Surtur wields a blazing sword and uses it to engulf the world in flames.
- Asgard Consumed: Asgard, the realm of the gods and the location of Valhalla, is not spared. The intense fire destroys all structures, including the magnificent hall of the slain.
- End of Valhalla: As the fire engulfs Asgard, Valhalla is completely destroyed, ceasing to exist in the aftermath of Ragnarok.
Survivors
It's important to note that some Aesir (gods) do survive Ragnarok:
- Høne, Vidar, Våle, Magne, and Mode are mentioned as survivors. These surviving gods gather at Idavollen after the destruction, not at Valhalla.
| Key Figure | Action | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Surtur | Destroys the world with fire | Valhalla is destroyed |
| Aesir | Fight during Ragnarok | Some survive and gather at Idavollen |
Finality
Valhalla is not rebuilt or reestablished after the destruction of Ragnarok. The hall of the slain is a casualty of the world's end.
