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Ice tracks and test areas in the Nordics
Controlled Winter Environments for Film, Commercial, and Automotive Production.
In the Nordic winter, precision is everything. Frozen lakes, long horizons, and sub-zero temperatures create the most demanding — and visually striking — production landscape on earth.
At Moonland, we turn that landscape into a controlled, production-ready environment for commercial shoots, automotive testing, and large-scale film production.
We provide exclusive access to certified ice tracks and test areas across Sweden and Norway — paired with full production support, logistics, and safety management. Whether you’re producing a car commercial, testing prototypes, or shooting high-speed winter scenes, our team ensures everything runs seamlessly.
What We Offer
Our network of ice tracks, frozen lakes, and test areas covers the key Nordic regions used by major automotive brands and film crews. Each site is vetted for safety, accessibility, and cinematic potential.
Our services include:
- Location scouting, permitting, and local authority coordination
- Certified ice-track rental for driving, filming, and testing
- Custom track layouts for high-speed, drift, or braking sequences
- Support for electric and hybrid vehicle testing (charging solutions available)
- On-site logistics: crew transport, equipment handling, and parking management
- Safety teams, rescue services, and radio communication systems
- Production offices, warm-up facilities, and nearby accommodation
- Full crew support: catering, medics, insurance, and security
We adapt each site for your project’s scope — from one-day commercial shoots to multi-week automotive test programmes.
Why Work With Moonland
The Arctic environment demands precision, timing, and local knowledge.
We’ve managed shoots and test productions for international automotive brands including Audi, BMW, Aston Martin, and Mercedes Benz, often under strict schedules and challenging light conditions.
Our team combines production logistics, automotive know-how, and risk management into one coordinated workflow.
That means you get:
- Predictable schedules and controlled access
- Experienced local coordinators fluent in production processes
- Transparent budgets and reliable communication
- A network of verified suppliers — from track owners to technical crews
By partnering with Moonland, you gain a local production backbone that allows your creative or technical teams to focus on results — not on managing cold-weather complexity.
Filming and Testing Conditions
From December to March, our ice tracks and test areas reach optimal stability, with ice thickness averaging 70–100 cm.
Daylight hours range from dramatic sunrise hues to long golden afternoons, providing natural cinematic contrast unique to the region.
We also manage night-shoot logistics, including light rigs and heating setups for crews and equipment.
Whatever your concept — a precision driving sequence, a slow-motion winter campaign, or an endurance test — our locations deliver both performance and aesthetics.
Sustainability and Compliance
All operations follow strict local and environmental guidelines.
We monitor ice conditions daily, coordinate with municipalities, and use eco-certified fuels and waste management protocols.
By applying our sustainability framework, we ensure every production meets both creative and ethical standards.
Start Planning Your Winter Production
Tell us about your concept, vehicle type, and production timeline, and we’ll map the ideal track or test area for your needs.
From permits and transport to full-service crew coordination, we handle the entire workflow.
→ Contact us to book your ice track or winter test area in the Nordics.