Your authentic Iceland elopement adventure


Escape the noise. Find the wild. Elope to Iceland.

In a land where legends sleep beneath lava fields
and stars whisper above eternal ice,
your love becomes part of a saga.

A couple walks hand in hand along the edge of a dramatic Icelandic cliff, surrounded by moody skies and raw volcanic landscape — a breathtaking moment from their elopement, captured by European elopement photographer Sturmsucht

Not all fairytales begin in castles.
Some begin in the hush of a mossy valley, where basalt cliffs rise like ancient guardians and the wind carries whispers older than time. Iceland is not just a place — it is a threshold. A land where love feels ancient and raw, and your Iceland elopement becomes more than a ceremony — it becomes a myth, a saga, whispered from a glacier and told at a bonfire.

Here, there is no stage. No audience. No guests waiting. The world in its roughest form is at your feet to witness just the two of you. You choosing the wild, the pure, and each other — deeply, freely, and in your own way.

Whether you’re drawn to hidden waterfalls, windswept beaches, or the glow of the northern lights, your Iceland elopement can be as raw, intimate, and extraordinary as the black sand beneath your feet. As pure as your love.

Let me guide you into the heart of it.

With gentle hands and an eye for the epic, I’ll help you shape a day that feels like stepping into your own legend — grounded, soulful, and beautifully real. And always tailored to your needs.

Why Iceland?

Iceland is a land of raw, untouched beauty where volcanic landscapes, towering waterfalls, and black sand beaches meet vast, windswept silence. It's a place where nature feels ancient and powerful, offering solitude and awe in equal measure. With its shifting skies, volcanic activities, and mystical light, Iceland invites quiet souls to wander and wonder.

So why Iceland? Because it’s raw, real, and untamed. Because the weather doesn’t care about your schedule - and that’s part of the magic. Because here, you don’t have to perform. You just are.

Whether you're hiking through moss-covered lava fields, exchanging vows in front of a waterfall, or sipping coffee in a cozy cabin after saying "I do" in the fog - this is your story. And it deserves to be told with care. 

Imagine this

You’re standing on a beach where the sand is black. Where blocks of ice are scattered along the shoreline like forgotten sculptures.

The waves crash. The wind howls. The air is cold and raw. And yet – it’s calm. Centered. Real.

There’s no pressure. No timeline. No stiff traditions.
No crowd watching. No one waiting for you to perform.

Just the two of you. Breathing. Laughing. Holding on to each other, as if the world was built just for this moment.

You move when it feels right. You speak when you want to. You stay quiet when there are no words.

It’s not about poses. It’s not about perfect.
It’s about being. Together. At a place like no other. Present in the moment. Present in the elements. Wild. Free.

This is what an Iceland elopement can feel like.
And I’m here to help you live that feeling – fully.

What I offer

A real expert and companion You get a specialist in elopement and wedding photography and a true native of the northern landscapes. An honest and calm companion who will guide you on your journey and document your story for eternity.

All the help you need Location scouting, scheduling, weather contingency plans - you'll feel supported every step of the way. Backed by a local network, I will help you to make your stay truly remarkable.

Someone who gets you: Let's create a space for you to feel like you. To breathe. To be present. To remember this moment forever.

I'll be there to guide you, calm your nerves and help you forget the camera is even there. You don't have to be photogenic. You just have to be you.

Hej there!

Portrait of Chris, the European Elopement Photographer behind Sturmsuchst based in Hamburg, Germany

Hey, I’m Chris – a calm presence, a quiet observer, and someone who believes that your wedding day should feel like yours, not like a performance for others.

I work with couples who want something different. Who care more about connection than perfection. Who feel most alive with messy hair, wind on their skin and boots on the soil. Standing in the elements. Embracing nature to the fullest.

That’s why I love elopements. They are 100% you. And I'm here to document it, gently and honestly. Whether you're eloping in Iceland just the two of you or bringing a handful of your favorite people, I’ll be by your side – helping you feel grounded, seen, and supported.

I've photographed over 300 weddings in all kinds of weather, with all kinds of love. From secret vows in the rain to mountaintop ceremonies in the fog. And every time, I’m reminded: the most powerful photos are the ones that feel like you.

For over 30 years, I've been drawn to the North. I've traveled through Greenland, Svalbard, Norway, Sweden, the Faroe Islands, Finland, Canada, and Denmark – and I've returned to Iceland more times than I can count. It's a place I know deeply, and one that continues to inspire me every time.

You’ve already chosen to elope.
Now let’s make it unforgettable.

A windswept embrace on the cliffs of Iceland, captured during a heartfelt elopement by European elopement photographer Sturmsucht

“We knew from the beginning that we didn’t want a big wedding. Just the two of us, somewhere raw and real. Iceland felt right – and so did working with Chris.

From the first message, it was clear that Chris understood what we were looking for. He was someone who listened and held space for what we needed. On the day itself, Chris was calm, present, and somehow always one step ahead without ever being intrusive.

The photos he captured feel like us. They’re not just beautiful – they feel like the wind, the silence, the emotion we felt. Chris didn’t just document a day; he told our story in a way that makes us feel seen and understood.

We never felt forced. We felt held. Guided, but never pushed. It was like having a good old friend with us who just happened to create stunning images along the way.

It wasn’t just his photography. It was the care. It was the understanding. It was exactly what we needed."

– Mark & Kate

Beyond conventions and expectations – experience your wedding day in the way that's most meaningful to you. In Iceland's majestic, secluded landscapes, you'll find the perfect backdrop for moments that truly matter.

Your elopement on Iceland is more than a wedding – it's a shared adventure celebrating your equal partnership. Whether under the Northern Lights, on wind-swept cliffs, or among ancient lava fields – I'll guide and capture authentic moments that reflect your unique connection.

Designed for modern, open-minded couples who craft their lives on their own terms and are ready to embrace a personal adventure in the Nordic elements – where your love story becomes one with the wild beauty of Iceland.

In den nebligen Weiten Irlands umarmt sich ein Paar innig, während der Wind an ihren Haaren zerrt und Sturmsucht, ein Hochzeitsfotograf aus Hamburg, diesen rohen, echten Moment ihres Elopements einfängt

Your Iceland Elopement Package

A bride in a flowing white gown stands poised on Iceland’s striking basalt columns, her soft presence contrasted by the dark, geometric rock — an iconic moment of natural elegance captured by European elopement photographer Sturmsucht

The Wind | 1-Day South Coast Elopement

Discover the magic of Iceland's South Coast in this focused one-day elopement. A journey that brings you to the dramatic black beaches of Vík, where basalt columns and crashing waves create a moody, intimate setting for your vows. To the powerful Skógafoss or Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, where rainbows often appear as nature's blessing on your union, and to a stunning glacier vista, where rugged ice formations and textured surfaces provide a raw, majestic backdrop to your special day.

This concentrated Iceland wedding experience allows you to fully immerse in one spectacular region, creating meaningful moments without rushing. Perfect for couples who value depth over breadth and wish to connect deeply with one of Iceland's most stunning landscapes.


7.490 USD

excl. VAT

During their elopement, captured by European wedding photographer Sturmsucht, a couple stands hand in hand at the edge of a glacial lagoon in Iceland, surrounded by drifting icebergs and silence so vast it feels like the world has paused

The Storm | 2-Day Iceland Adventure Elopement

Embark on an epic two-day journey across Iceland's diverse landscapes. From the must-sees of the South Coast with its iconic waterfalls, volcanic black beaches and basalt columns. Over dramatic canyons carved out by ancient meltwater rivers and glaciers that cover the mountains like a blanket of clouds. To the otherworldly glacial lagoon of Jökulsárlón, where diamond-like ice fragments wash ashore on Diamond Beach.

Spend your evening under the midnight sun or Northern Lights (season depending). Exchange vows surrounded by ancient blue ice while seals curiously observe from the lagoon. Wander through moss-covered lava fields and geothermal areas that showcase Iceland's raw, elemental beauty.

This extended adventure allows you to experience Iceland's remarkable diversity while creating an unforgettable story that mirrors your bold, adventurous partnership.


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2.990 USD

excl. VAT