
Skógafoss
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Iceland segment — Walter Mitty's skateboarding journey
Directed by Ben Stiller
Broad 60-metre waterfall by Skógar with viewpoints at the base and above the falls.
Also filmed here

Iceland Filming Locations
Iceland's most romantic road movie
Ben Stiller's film used Iceland more extensively than almost any other Hollywood production — Skógafoss, Stykkishólmur, Snæfellsjökull, Seljalandsfoss and Reykjavík all feature prominently.

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Iceland segment — Walter Mitty's skateboarding journey
Directed by Ben Stiller
Broad 60-metre waterfall by Skógar with viewpoints at the base and above the falls.
Also filmed here

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Walter Mitty's long downhill skateboard road — one of the film's most iconic sequences
Directed by Ben Stiller
Picturesque Eastfjords town known for colourful wooden houses, a strong arts scene, mountain scenery and its international ferry connection.

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Walter Mitty arrives in Iceland — the church and village scenes
Directed by Ben Stiller
Nestled beneath verdant, steep cliffs and overlooking the powerful waves of the North Atlantic, Vík í Mýrdal is a small yet captivating village. The image captures its essence perfectly, with colorful houses scattered across a lush green landscape, a winding river flowing to the sea, and a foreground adorned with a vibrant carpet of purple lupine flowers. The renowned Reynisfjara black sand beach, with its basalt columns and the mystical Reynisdrangar sea stacks visible offshore, defines its character. Despite its small population, Vík serves as a vital hub for travelers exploring Iceland's south coast, offering dramatic scenery, a sense of rugged isolation, and a welcoming community atmosphere.

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Greenland airport and town scenes — Walter boards a helicopter
Directed by Ben Stiller
Stykkishólmur, a charming fishing town on the Snæfellsnes peninsula, boasts a vibrant harbor and historic houses.

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Walter Mitty's volcanic adventure in Iceland
Directed by Ben Stiller
Glacier-capped stratovolcano in national park

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Various Reykjavík scenes
Directed by Ben Stiller
This captivating capital, nestled by a vast bay with distant snow-capped mountains, offers a unique blend of urban charm and rugged Icelandic wilderness. The aerial view reveals a sprawling city dotted with brightly colored houses and lush green spaces, all centered around the striking Hallgrímskirkja church, whose unique architecture is a beacon. Beyond the city's charming streets and the visible domestic airport, Reykjavik serves as the perfect gateway to explore Iceland's geothermal wonders and breathtaking landscapes, promising an unforgettable journey.

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Iceland travel montage
Directed by Ben Stiller
60-metre South Coast waterfall with a path behind the cascade when conditions allow.
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