One of the countless things about wedding locations in Iceland is that many evolve… Change just like a marriage does overtime in fact! But you might wonder what sort of conditions cause such changes, right? Well, it could mean ocean erosion, gale force wind storms, landslides, volcano eruptions, or even glacier outburst floods make the area transform. To illustrate our point perfectly is Cassandra and Torin’s glacier flood waterfall wedding! Come along with us today to see how their intimate micro wedding happens…
Cassandra & Torin
Oh la la, these two! Absolute soul mates!! From the connection they share, the way they look at each other, support, and inspire, they have it all! Their history goes as far back as high school Spanish class in California to getting married on their actual 10-year anniversary of being together! Although, on thing they didn’t exactly plan for was holding a glacier flood waterfall wedding! However, that is where our Iceland Wedding Planner team assured them it would be EPIC and they would be FIRST wed literally on newly created Icelandic landscapes!
September 19th 2024 Wedding in Iceland
Fall in Iceland is colorful believe it or not! Our small bushes and ground cover turn into a lovely autumn scenes. But weather in Iceland can be 50-50 during this season so really you need to embrace all conditions if choosing September or October. The start to Cassandra and Torin’s glacier flood waterfall wedding adventure begins at Frost & Fire Guesthouse.
Which is actually a dreamy boutique hotel that sits within a geothermal valley. In fact, it is a place that cooks the bread and eggs they serve in a hot pot outside! Talk about a earthy connecting hotel experience in Iceland, right? Truly a perfect setting for the soon to be newlyweds to relax and get ready for their adventure wedding in Iceland. Shortly after sunrise the group grabbed their “go bags” and loaded into the super jeep for the exciting journey!
Glacier Flood Waterfall Wedding Ceremony
Now you might be wondering if why we have named today’s Iceland Wedding Planner post, “glacier flood waterfall wedding” right? Well, I’m so glad you asked! First, let’s talk about what it means… The event happens when a glacier has a volcano underneath it so when the core heats up it can send down a ginormous amount of melt water. Second, it pushes out to the closest and least resistant place. Third, in this case, we are talking about Iceland’s fourth largest glacier named, Mýrdalsjökull which has Katla Volcano underneath it.
Typically the melt water will come down 3 flood areas being out through Entujökull, Sólheimajökull, and Kötlujökull. However in a series of events that happened in Summer of 2024, the melt water pushed out through a glacier outlet called Sandfellsjökull. So what does that mean? Which basically implies something is changing in the caldera of Katla. Meanwhile, this event sent down enough water to destroy part of Route 1 and keep it closed for about 1.5 days.
Now this event made Cassandra and Torin ceremony into a glacier outburst flood wedding because the flood actually went right through the falls and not only brought down a massive amount of water but also deposited glacier clay and sand. But what could be more exciting than experiencing a newly created landscape on your wedding day?! The pair held an intimate ceremony in front of the newly updated waterfall and it was stunning! Following the ceremony the Iceland wedding group delighted in a champagne toast with lots of treats!
Romantic September Iceland Wedding Portraits
After their glacier flood waterfall wedding ceremony and family photos were complete, the newlyweds enjoyed time together exploring the area. To illustrate, they had obviously seen photos of how the waterfall was before the flood. But they were appreciative they were the first couple to experience this special place at it’s rawest.
Exploring Vik Iceland Clifftops
Furthermore, when you think of what a glacier flood waterfall wedding adventure might be like, you might likely think a day full on contrasts right? You’re absolutely right! Next on Cassandra and Torin’s agenda is taking a journey up to Reynisfjall mountain top for not only 360 degree views, but also iconic landscapes! Our Iceland Wedding Planner local photographer took great care in shooting from both the ground and the drone.
Geothermal Heat Experience
Winding down the adventure portion of the day led the Iceland wedding group to an offbeat geothermal area they got to experience first hand. How unique yet romantic to discover such a otherworldly place!
Frost & Fire Guesthouse Reception
Once the glacier flood waterfall wedding group returned to Frost and Fire Guesthouse, they were able to take 1-1,5 hours to relax, use the hot tub, etc! Around 8pm or do they gathered again to enjoy in a delicious dinner. Upon arriving to the restaurant, everyone was immersed back into nature from the inside out! For instance, from the mss and florals on the table to the elements suspended above, the group was wow’d! Additionally, there was a pretty little cake table too! All of their guests raved over how amazing the home grown their 5 course meal tasted. Lastly, the pair cut their fabulous wedding cake!
Surprise Northern Lights
Is there anything better than ending a fall glacier flood wedding with Northern Lights?! For Cassandra and Torin, definitely nothing better, that’s for sure!! Hopefully today you are leaving with the feeling of being inspired to plan your own… Feel free to contact our Iceland Wedding Planner team for more information!
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