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Seasons

Iceland in winter

December, January, February

There’s a lot to love about winter in Iceland, from long nights filled with northern lights to beautiful snowy landscapes – plus unique Christmas celebrations to brighten the darkness.

Explore our winter articles

PLANNING

Winter in Iceland: The icy northern shores

PLANNING

Winter in Iceland: Travel advice and tips

ACTIVITIES

Skiing in Iceland: Ski like there’s snow tomorrow

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FOOD AND DRINK

Þorrablót: Iceland’s midwinter feast

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CULTURE

Christmas in Iceland: The Yule Lads

CULTURE

Jólabókaflóð: Iceland’s Christmas book tradition

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CULTURE

New Year’s Eve in Iceland

NORTHERN LIGHTS

How to photograph the northern lights in Iceland

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NORTHERN LIGHTS

How to plan a trip to Iceland for the northern lights

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NORTHERN LIGHTS

The northern lights explained

NORTHERN LIGHTS

Where and when to see the northern lights in Iceland

CULTURE

Christmas in Iceland: A northern yuletide