Iceland Pictures
Under the Aurora Borealis, Iceland is a land of enchantment, where the sun hardly sets in summer and the world’s loveliest waterfalls cascade year-round. In our Iceland photo gallery, you’ll find pictures of icebergs on a black sand beach, nameless waterfalls and mountains, sod roof churches, and of course the Northern Lights. Let our Iceland pictures captivate you until you can make it there yourself.
Bruarfoss Waterfall In IcelandIceland’s Bruarfoss Waterfall, where hundreds of waterfalls cascade into a blue stream. Moss and lichen cling to the damp rocks.
Bruarfoss is fed by the Bruara River, which in turn is fed by a melting glacier. Glacial melt takes on the characteristic blue shade seen here.
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Bruarfoss is fed by the Bruara River, which in turn is fed by a melting glacier. Glacial melt takes on the characteristic blue shade seen here.
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Northern Lights Above Skogafoss Waterfall In IcelandSkógafoss might be Iceland’s most famous waterfall, but you’ve probably never seen it quite like this before. The aurora borealis adds an ethereal magic to the scene.
Skógafoss is no stranger to stunning light shows. During the day, its huge volume of spray produces big rainbows.
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Skógafoss is no stranger to stunning light shows. During the day, its huge volume of spray produces big rainbows.
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Northern Lights Over Kirkjufell IcelandThe Northern Lights display their beautiful colors over Kirkjufell Mountain in Northern Iceland.
Located on Iceland's Snæfellsnes peninsula, Kirkjufell, or Church mountain stands 463m above sea level.
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Located on Iceland's Snæfellsnes peninsula, Kirkjufell, or Church mountain stands 463m above sea level.
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Rainbow At Skogafoss Waterfall In IcelandA rainbow arcs across the stunning Skógafoss waterfall in Iceland. According to the viking sagas, one of the first settlers of Iceland hid a treasure chest somewhere behind the falls.
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Seljalandsfoss At Sunset In IcelandThe Seljalandsfoss waterfall in Iceland. There was controversy over building an info centre near the waterfall because it would spoil the view and interrupt the natural look of the area.
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Sunset Over Turf Roofed Church In IcelandPhotograph of a sunset over the Hof Church in Iceland. Dating back to 1884, Hof is the newest turf-roofed church in the country, and the only one to still have an active congregation.
Turf buildings provided Icelanders with an early form of heating. The church is sunk partly into the ground and covered with earth and grass, insulating it from the cold on both sides.
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Turf buildings provided Icelanders with an early form of heating. The church is sunk partly into the ground and covered with earth and grass, insulating it from the cold on both sides.
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Blue Waterfall Of IcelandThe blue hue of this remote waterfall in Iceland flows through years of eroded rock.
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Breathtaking Ice BeachJökulsárlón is translated as glacial river lagoon. It is a glacial lake in Southeast Iceland. It developed into a lake after the glacier started receding from the edge of the Atlantic Ocean.
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Haifoss Waterfall In IcelandHaifoss Waterfall in Iceland
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Infrared Iceland Church SceneInfrared photography is best for bright summer sun. With its abundance of summer light, Iceland is the perfect place to capture ghostly images like this one.
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Infrared Photo Of Hof Church In IcelandA black and white infrared photo shows the fascinating landscape around Iceland’s Hof Church. This church, which still has an active congregation, is built below ground with a sod roof to conserve heat.
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Jökulsárlón Ice Beach At SunsetJökulsárlón Ice Beach on the South shore of Iceland's black sand beaches. As Icebergs calve off the impressive Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, they are washed out to sea and knocked back to shore by the waves creating interesting compositions for photographers.
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Kirkjufell Waterfall With The Aurora BorealisThe Aurora Borealis displayed over the Kirkjufell waterfall on Iceland's Snæfellsnes peninsula.
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Mount Kirkjufell In IcelandMt. Kirkjufell is claimed to be the most photographed mountain in the country of Iceland. The Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall can be seen below the mountain. This gorgeous sight can be seen on our tour of Iceland.
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Mystical Iceland Photography Of Eystrahorn MountainA meditative image from our Iceland photography collection. This is the stuff dreams and mystical tales are made of! From the rugged mountain peaks to the soft fields leading in to the gentle blue sea, the textures in this photo are absolutely incredible.
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Seljalandsfoss Sunset In IcelandSeljalandsfoss waterfall on the South coast in Iceland is one of the most popular waterfalls in Iceland. The water falls 197 feet as the Seljalands River pours over the rockly cliff. Visitors are able to walk behind the waterfall to gain a unique perspective.
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Seljalandsfoss Waterfall With Northern LightsThe famous Icelandic waterfall of Seljalandsfoss with the spectacular Northern Lights overhead during a night photography session on location. Formed by a volcanic glacier which created the river that flows from this "foss" (Icelandic for "waterfall"). The name of this waterfall, Seljalandsfoss, literally means "selling the land waterfall."
Here the amazing Aurora Borealis light show is seen in the night sky above. Iceland is not only known for incredible waterfalls, such as this 197 foot phenom, but also incredible viewing of the Aurora.
Northern Lights and Waterfall photography shot during night session in Southern Iceland.
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Here the amazing Aurora Borealis light show is seen in the night sky above. Iceland is not only known for incredible waterfalls, such as this 197 foot phenom, but also incredible viewing of the Aurora.
Northern Lights and Waterfall photography shot during night session in Southern Iceland.
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Turf Roof Church In IcelandA turf roof church in the Southern region of Iceland. This is a traditional Scandinavian type of green roof covered with sod.
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Dettifoss In Vatnajökull National Park IcelandDettifoss, the most powerful waterfall in Europe is located in Vatnajökull National Park in Northeast Iceland.
As a tourists looks at the massive waterfall, the power of the water can be felt as the ground shakes.
The water flows from the nearby Vatnajökull glacier down the 330 foot wide and 144 foot drop to the valleys floor.
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As a tourists looks at the massive waterfall, the power of the water can be felt as the ground shakes.
The water flows from the nearby Vatnajökull glacier down the 330 foot wide and 144 foot drop to the valleys floor.
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Dyrholaey Church Steeple Black And White PhotoIceland’s churches, from the iconic Hallgrímskirkja in Reykjavik to this smaller Reyniskyrka near the village of Vik, are some of its most photogenic buildings. This one is pictured in black and white to highlight its fascinating geometric shapes.
Located near Dyrhólaey, a sea arch that’s another of Iceland’s most photographed spots.
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Located near Dyrhólaey, a sea arch that’s another of Iceland’s most photographed spots.
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Goðafoss Waterfall In IcelandGoðafoss, the name of this wide, famous waterfall, means “Waterfall of the Gods.” Photographed in black and white to emphasize the unique light and shadow of Iceland’s landscape.
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Iceland Airplane WreckageOn the black sand beaches of Iceland lay this United States Navy Douglas Super DC-3 airplane that was forced to land on the beach in 1973. All the crew members survived the crash, and the wreckage has become a destination for photographers.
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Northern Lights Over Kirkjufell Mountain IcelandThe Northern Lights puts on a show over Kirkjufell mountain and waterfall on the Iceland's Snæfellsnes peninsula.
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Skógafoss Waterfall In Iceland From AboveThe Skógafoss waterfall photographed from above on a grassy perch.
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Skógafoss Waterfall With PersonSkógafoss waterfall located in Iceland is one of the largest waterfalls in the country. It is 82 feet wide and drops 200 feet. As the sea receded, the cliffs of the former coastline remain.
This image contains the photograph in the foreground to show the true scale of this huge waterfall.
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This image contains the photograph in the foreground to show the true scale of this huge waterfall.
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Sunrise Over Iceberg At Jokulsarlon IcelandJokulsarlon, the Diamond Lagoon of Iceland, is beautiful all the time, but sunrise is one of its best moods. Here, the new sun shines through the last remnants of an iceberg, calved from the nearby glacier.
Vatnajokull Glacier, the source of Jokulsarlon’s icebergs, is the largest ice field in the whole nation of Iceland.
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Vatnajokull Glacier, the source of Jokulsarlon’s icebergs, is the largest ice field in the whole nation of Iceland.
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Svartifoss Of Skaftafell National Park IcelandAs fall leaves it mark, the Svartifoss waterfall flows over the black basalt columns. Svartifoss in Icelandic translates to Black Falls.
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Waterfall In Iceland FlowingA waterfall in Iceland that is invisible until you’re very close to it. This picture clearly shows the path that lets you walk behind the falls in summer.
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Buðir Black Church In IcelandThe Buðir black church in Iceland is a surreal sight. The way the clouds roll across the sky viewers feel as though they have taken a trip back in time.
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Iceland Diamond Beach At SunsetThe shores of Jökulsárlón are sometimes called Iceland’s “diamond beach.” In this sunset photo, it’s easy to see why.
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Infrared Photo Of Reyniskyrka Church In IcelandReyniskyrka Church, near Dyrholaey, is one of the best photography spots on the unbeaten path outside of Iceland’s Golden Circle.
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Jokulsarlon Diamond Lagoon In IcelandSix hours from Reykjavik lies Jökulsárlón, Iceland’s deepest lake. Jökulsárlón is full of icebergs calved from a nearby glacier that sparkle in the sunlight, earning it the nickname Diamond Beach.
In addition to photographers, Jökulsárlón also attracts Hollywood filmmakers. You might recognize parts of it from Tomb Raider, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, or several James Bond movies.
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In addition to photographers, Jökulsárlón also attracts Hollywood filmmakers. You might recognize parts of it from Tomb Raider, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, or several James Bond movies.
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Fjaðrargljufur Canyon In IcelandThe Fjaðrargljufur canyon in Iceland as the river moves through this rugged and steep canyon.
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Foss A Sidu With Icelandic HorseAn Icelandic horse photobombs a shot of the Foss A Sidu waterfall. Icelandic horses are famous for walking with gaits that no other breed displays.
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Icelands Dettifoss WaterfallDettifoss, the most powerful waterfall in Europe is located in Vatnajökull National Park in Northeast Iceland. The water flows from the nearby Vatnajökull glacier down the 330 foot wide and 144 foot drop to the valleys floor.
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Scenic And Sunny Icelandic Waterfall ImageA warmly lit waterfall image taken along the southern coastline of Iceland. There are hundreds of waterfalls on this island, so many that some are unnamed. Landscape photography is at its best in the Land of Fire and Ice.
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Turf Roofed Farmhouse In IcelandAn old turf roofed farmhouse high atop Skaftafell National park in southern Iceland. The farm was abandoned in 1946 and has been restored by the National Museum.
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A Glimpse From The CaveA view from the cave behind the Seljalandsfoss waterfall. There are so many angles to get the perfect picture of this unforgettable area.
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Black And White Infrared Iceland ChurchMany sod churches exist in Iceland, but Hof Church is the only one where people still come to worship.
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Dyrhólaey Lighthouse Photo With DroneA splendid lighthouse photo at Dyrhólaey. The ancient and primordial landscape in the backdrop is offset by the giant red lamp of the lighthouse and drone hovering nearby. Architectural and landscape picture taken near Vik, Iceland.
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