Overview
Heiðrún is the magical goat of Norse mythology who stands atop Valhalla, the hall of fallen warriors. From her udders flows an endless supply of mead — a drink so pure and abundant that it fills a massive vat each day, providing feasting drink for the countless einherjar who dine in Odin’s hall.
Her diet is just as extraordinary: Heiðrún feeds on the leaves of the world-tree Yggdrasil, drawing divine nourishment from its branches. Her presence symbolizes abundance, immortality, and the sacred bond between the natural world and the gods.
Paired often with the stag Eikthyrnir, Heiðrún is part of the ecosystem of Valhalla’s roof, sustaining both warriors and cosmic waters through her magical nature.
Key Roles
Producer of Endless Mead
Heiðrún’s udders produce a steady flow of mead, filling a huge vat each day. This divine brew nourishes the einherjar, ensuring they feast endlessly after long days of battle.
Feeder on Yggdrasil’s Leaves
Heiðrún grazes on the leaves of Yggdrasil, drawing mystical energy from the world-tree and transforming it into life-sustaining mead.
Symbol of Abundance
Heiðrún represents divine plenty, nourishment, and the rewards promised to warriors who join Odin in Valhalla.
Partner to Eikthyrnir
Alongside the stag Eikthyrnir — whose antlers drip water into the cosmic spring — Heiðrún completes the life-giving duo atop Valhalla’s roof.
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Valhalla & Yggdrasil
Heiðrún lives atop Valhalla, feeding from Yggdrasil’s foliage while fueling the feasts of fallen warriors with her endless flow of divine mead.