Published: 2025-02-18
Frøya, a picturesque island in Norway, has been awarded the prestigious title of Europe’s Best Film Location at the Berlin International Film Festival.
The island gained international recognition for its role in the Netflix series "Billionaire Island," beating out iconic locations like Schönbrunn Palace in Austria and Mdina in Malta.
This marks the first time a Norwegian location has won this award, a testament to Frøya’s stunning natural beauty and the warm hospitality of its residents.
Local officials and filmmakers praised the community’s efforts to make the island a prime destination for global productions.
The award highlights Norway’s potential as a filming hotspot, with Frøya now firmly on the map for international filmmakers.
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Frøya er kåret til Europas beste filmlokasjon etter serien Milliardærøya på Netflix
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Frøya i Trøndelag kåret til Europas beste filmlokasjon
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