17/05/2026
The Gift
For nine years, I had dreamed of returning to this exact spot, of reliving such a magical scene. In March 2017, we discovered this sublime fjord, and above all, we witnessed breathtaking Northern Lights. They were the first truly impressive ones I had ever seen: two nights in a row, in an exceptional setting. Moments that have remained etched in my memory. I just became addicted to the Northern Lights! Since then, I had only longed for one thing: to return and contemplate, under a clear sky, another show of this kind. And this dream finally came true last February!
On February 11th, the weather conditions were ideal. After admiring superb auroras above Tromsø, we decided to return to our accommodation, located in front of the fjord. Despite the quiet auroral activity, I decided to make a try and go to the spot, where the view is the most beautiful.
Surprisingly I only encountered four young tourists about to leave. I explained to them how much this place means to me and encouraged them to stay a little longer, despite the cold: -20C!
As we chat, rays suddenly appear to the northwest, ending our conversation: it's time to get ready! And Everything happens very quickly. I've barely set up my two cameras when the sky explodes, illuminating the landscape with an intense green glow. Dynamic and magnificent Northern Lights unfold from the end of the fjord, dancing gracefully. The setting is simply perfect. No need to describe the emotion that overwhelms me: I've imagined this moment for so long, and I feel like this spectacle is being offered only to me. The best of the gifts, once again bestowed by Norway and by this fjord that is definitely bringing me luck!
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