Dark. Open. Unforgettable.
A rural setting and wide views give you a beautiful place to watch when the sky is clear and the aurora is active.
NORTHERN LIGHTS AT EYVINDARHOLT
A northern lights
paradise.
Leave the city lights behind. Wide-open skies, an extraordinary DC-3 and the northern lights — a winter evening with a setting all its own.
DARK SKIES · SOUTH ICELANDONE PLACE. EVEN MORE REASONS TO STAY.
YOUR NORTHERN LIGHTS HIDEAWAY
The city lights fade.
The sky takes over.
At Eyvindarholt, the open countryside gives the night sky room to shine. Away from the glow of the city, you can slow down, look up and let the South Coast reveal a different side of itself.
Come for a quiet evening. Stay for the possibility of something extraordinary: green ribbons, violet curtains and a moment that makes the whole journey feel different.
A foreground like no other.
The weathered DC-3 adds character to your photographs — and a sense of discovery to the evening.
Settle in for the moment.
Parking, EV charging, WC and a picnic area make Eyvindarholt a comfortable place to pause along Route 1.
SOMETHING WORTH STAYING FOR
An extraordinary sky.
A story beneath it.
Some places give you a view. This one gives you a scene. The aircraft, the fields and the open horizon become part of the same photograph — a little history beneath a sky that is always changing.
Bring your camera, wrap up warm and leave a little room in your evening for wonder. Even before the lights appear, there is something special about being here after dark.
Get to know the DC-3MAKE MORE OF YOUR EVENING
Recharge the car.
Make time for the sky.
Bring a warm drink and something to eat. With the essentials close by, your stop can become part of the evening you remember.
EV charging included
Let your car recharge while you enjoy the site and watch the sky.
WC facilities
A comfortable stop, with toilets here on the visitor site.
Picnic area
Pack a bite and a flask. Make a little more of your time outdoors.
Parking included
Your place to arrive and begin the Eyvindarholt experience.
REAL MOMENTS AT EYVINDARHOLT
Never quite
the same sky twice.
From delicate green ribbons to a sky full of colour. These photographs capture the northern skies here — inspiration for the evening you might discover.
A LITTLE PLANNING. A LOT OF POSSIBILITY.
Give the evening
its best chance.
- 01
Choose a darker night.
September to April is the main northern lights season in Iceland. Choose an evening when it is properly dark.
- 02
Keep an eye on the sky.
Clear skies and aurora activity matter. Check cloud cover and the latest forecast before you set out.
- 03
Come ready to pause.
Warm layers, sturdy shoes, a charged camera and a flask make a good start. Keep bright lights low so everyone can enjoy the night.
Season guide: Visit Iceland.
ONE PASS. A PLACE FULL OF POSSIBILITIES.
Your winter evening.
Our little corner of Iceland.
The DC-3, the open landscape and the comforts of a proper stop. Make Eyvindarholt part of your South Coast adventure.
Parking · EV charging included · WC · Picnic areaBEFORE YOUR EVENING HERE
A few things
worth knowing.
Why watch the northern lights at Eyvindarholt?
The rural setting, open sky and distinctive DC-3 foreground make this a beautiful place to watch and photograph the aurora when conditions are favourable. Visitor facilities are here on the site too.
Are the northern lights guaranteed?
The aurora is a natural phenomenon. Darkness, cloud cover and solar activity determine what you can see, so every evening is different. Check the forecast and allow some time for the sky to change.
What facilities can I use during my visit?
Eyvindarholt has parking, EV charging, WC facilities and a picnic area. Parking and EV charging are included with your SitePass. Bring your own food and drinks.
Is this a guided northern lights tour?
This is a place to enjoy at your own pace. Your SitePass gives access to the Eyvindarholt visitor experience; it is not a guided aurora tour.
Can I plan my visit ahead?
Yes. Follow the SitePass link to choose your visit date and check the pass details before you arrive.