Take01
2017
Game of Thrones (Eastwatch-by-the-Sea)
Reynisfjara black sand beach, surrounding cliffs
63.4194°N, 19.0067°W
Vik
Professional film production services in Vik, Iceland. Our local team provides comprehensive support for commercials, documentaries, and feature films on Iceland's dramatic South Coast.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Vik
Take02
2016
Star Wars: Rogue One
Eyjafjallajokull area, southern coast lava fields
Take03
2014
Interstellar
Myrdalssandur black sand desert, glacier tongues
Take04
2014
Noah
Vik volcanic landscapes, black sand plains
Take05
2021
Katla
Vík í Mýrdal village, ash-covered streets
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Vik
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
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Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
Iconic black volcanic sand beach with basalt column formations and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks. Used in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Game of Thrones, and many other productions.
Dyrholaey Rock Arch
120-metre-high promontory with a natural rock arch large enough for a boat to pass through. Panoramic views along the black sand coast. Puffin colony in summer.
Moderate
Solheimajokull Glacier Tongue
Accessible glacier tongue extending from Myrdalsjokull. Dramatic ice formations, crevasses, and glacial lagoon.
Moderate
Vikurkirkja Church
The small white hilltop church overlooking Vik village, with sweeping views of the black sand coast. One of Iceland's most photographed churches.
Easy
Vik Village
Iceland's southernmost village, a tiny settlement overlooked by Vikurkirkja church on the hillside. Colourful rooftops against black sand and green hillsides.
Dyrholaey Peninsula
Dramatic promontory with a massive natural rock arch, lighthouse, and panoramic views of black sand coastline. Puffin nesting site in summer. Restricted access during nesting season (May-June).
Myrdalsjokull Glacier & Katla
Iceland's fourth-largest glacier caps the Katla volcano. Glacier hiking, ice caves (winter), and glacier tongue outlets provide otherworldly filming locations.
Scene 03 — The Case for Vik
Why Film in Vik
- ✓Reynisfjara black sand beach — one of the most visually dramatic coastlines on Earth
- ✓Otherworldly volcanic landscapes that have doubled for alien planets in Hollywood films
- ✓25% reimbursement, or 35% for qualifying large productions and children’s and youth content
- ✓Ice caves inside glaciers available for filming during winter months (November-March)
- ✓Remote, unspoilt wilderness with minimal visual interference from modern structures
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
AirportsKEF (180 km via Route 1)▼
Keflavik International Airport (nearest) (KEF) — 180 km via Route 1
Rental carPrivate transfer
Local Transitbus · taxi▼
bus
Strætó long-distance bus connects Vik to Reykjavik (seasonal, limited schedule). No local bus service.
Crew tip: Rental vehicles (4x4 strongly recommended) are essential. Highland roads (F-roads) require 4x4 by law. Winter driving conditions can be severe.
taxi
No regular taxi service in Vik. This is a remote village.
Crew tip: All crew transport must be arranged via rental vehicles from Reykjavik or Selfoss. Book accommodation in Vik village well in advance — very limited capacity.
Production Parkinggood · Permits required▼
Free parking at Vik village and at most natural attractions. Reynisfjara has a dedicated car park.
Limited infrastructure — contact Vik municipality for any road access or parking coordination needs.
Getting Between Locations▼
Vik to Reynisfjara is 10 km (10 min). Vik to Dyrholaey is 15 km (15 min). Vik to Solheimajokull is 30 km (30 min). Vik to Reykjavik is 180 km (2.5 hours).
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Plan Your Vik Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing Iceland's cinematic South Coast.