The Nordic countries Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and Iceland play a vital role in the global film industry by making available spots of unspoiled nature, innovative storytelling, high-quality production infrastructure and teams of international reputation.

 

Sweden and Norway are renowned for their breath-taking natural scenery and high production values. Especially Stockholm, the capital, is highly attractive for Nordic, urban setting, whereas Swedish landscapes are full of wild nature with thousands of lakes, endless woods and many conservation areas. Norway's unique fjords, mountains, valleys and lakes represent stunning filming backdrops. The geographical location of Norway leads to amazing seasonal climatic changes. It’s warm and light in summer with sun until midnight and snowy and dark in winter when it’s time for the famous Northern Lights. Denmark has a strong tradition of storytelling and film production, particularly in Copenhagen. It has a wide variety of landscapes, form long lonely beaches to a stunning lake district and particular historical architecture. Finland and Iceland are known for distinct settings that attract filmmakers seeking otherworldly landscapes. Finland's forests and lakes along with Iceland's volcanic terrain and glaciers are of an unforgettable quiet beauty and unquestioned locations for specific genres.