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Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach — filming location in South Iceland, Iceland

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Reynisfjara

South Iceland, Iceland — 63.4029°N, 19.0358°W

One of the world's most dramatic beaches, Reynisfjara's jet-black volcanic sand, towering basalt columns and crashing Atlantic waves create an otherworldly backdrop. It has portrayed everywhere from the edge of the universe to a distant planet, and features in some of cinema's most iconic sequences.

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Getting There

Signposted from Vík town off the Ring Road. Warning: sneaker waves are dangerous, stay back from the surf.

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Productions Filmed at Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story ()
IMDb 7.9/10
Sci-FiAction

Director: Gareth Edwards

Cast: Felicity Jones, Diego Luna

The planet Lah'mu, where Jyn Erso's family hides in exile. The basalt stacks and black sands are unmistakable.

Game of Thrones ()
IMDb 9.2/10
FantasyDrama

Cast: Kit Harington, Emilia Clarke

Eastwatch-by-the-Sea in Season 7, the Night's Watch castle on the eastern shore of the Wall.

Noah ()
IMDb 5.8/10
DramaEpic

Director: Darren Aronofsky

Cast: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly

The barren landscapes at the beginning of the world, before the flood.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was filmed at Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach?

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) — The planet Lah'mu, where Jyn Erso's family hides in exile. The basalt stacks and black sands are unmistakable. Game of Thrones (2017) — Eastwatch-by-the-Sea in Season 7, the Night's Watch castle on the eastern shore of the Wall. Noah (2014) — The barren landscapes at the beginning of the world, before the flood.

Where is Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach in Iceland?

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach (Reynisfjara) is located in South Iceland, Iceland, at coordinates 63.4029°N, 19.0358°W. Signposted from Vík town off the Ring Road. Warning: sneaker waves are dangerous, stay back from the surf.

Which actors have filmed at Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach?

Notable actors who have filmed at Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach: Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Kit Harington, Emilia Clarke, Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly. Director: Gareth Edwards, Darren Aronofsky.

How do I visit Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach?

Signposted from Vík town off the Ring Road. Warning: sneaker waves are dangerous, stay back from the surf.

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