Snaefellsnes Elopement // Mallory & Felix

Snaefellsnes Elopement

Mallory and Felix’s Snaefellsnes Elopement had everything. With the magic of Snæfellsjökull in the background for the entire day, we explored all the areas around this rugged peninsula in west Iceland.

We’ve made no secret about our love for Iceland having traveled there since 2011. If we’re to boil it down further though, it’s Snaefellsnes that we have the deepest connection to. From various fall weddings we’ve done there through to summertime elopements similar to Mallory and Felix’s, we know that area very well by now yet it never gets old.

In particular we love venturing on the roads leading up towards Snæfellsjökull – there are endless gems along the way and for a small area (relatively speaking), there feels to be endless places to explore.

Sunny Iceland

This particular adventure had all the luck in the world. The weather gods were smiling down on this day as it was nearly perfect weather the entire time.

Don’t be fooled though – perfect sunny conditions with no wind is not the norm. When we think of Iceland weddings, Matt and Matt’s winter wedding in Iceland from late last year is more the norm. We’ve had car doors nearly blown off due to the wind gusting so strong. So on this day, we prepared for the worst but just happened to get the best.

That said, even in challenging weather, Snæfellsnes delivers. Fog rolling off the glacier, rain sweeping across the lava fields, and moody skies over the coastline all create atmosphere that photographs beautifully. Iceland’s unpredictability is part of its appeal for elopement photography.

Maria Broström

Maria Broström made this story extra special as she was side by side providing the film for the day. When you’re part of a couple’s story and it’s literally only you and them, the personalities need to gel. Maria was certainly the glue that made this day that much more incredible.

Her warm presence was one important thing, but that’s not to say her work isn’t incredible. We highly encourage you to check out her work if you’re eloping in Iceland, as she’s one of the best and super welcoming to be around during such an intimate day together.

Iceland Elopement

Big thanks once again to Mallory and Felix for having us part of the adventure together. Best of luck with your move to New Zealand and all the rest of your travels which will follow! Here it their Iceland elopement story from the sunny Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Snæfellsnes stretches west from the Icelandic mainland like an arm reaching into the Atlantic. At its tip sits Snæfellsjökull, the glacier-capped stratovolcano that Jules Verne used as the entrance to the centre of the Earth. The peninsula packs an extraordinary range of landscapes into a relatively compact area: black sand beaches at Djúpalónssandur, the basalt columns at Arnarstapi, the fishing village of Grundarfjörður with Kirkjufell mountain across the bay, and the vast lava fields that line the northern coast. For an elopement, this concentration of variety means a single day can produce images from half a dozen distinct environments without long drives between them.

Mallory and Felix made the most of this. Their Snæfellsnes elopement moved from the coastline to the mountain roads and back again, and each stop brought a completely different mood. The peninsula is quieter than the south coast of Iceland, which means fewer tourists in the background and more opportunities to find locations that feel private and untouched. For couples considering an Iceland elopement, Snæfellsnes is one of the strongest options available, and we recommend it consistently.

If you are planning an elopement in Iceland, whether on Snæfellsnes, the south coast, or the highlands, get in touch. We have been travelling to Iceland since 2011 and know the island well.