<P> The series began filming in July 2012 at Ashford Studios , a newly built studio facility in Ireland , chosen as a location for its tax advantages . On August 16 , 2012 , longship scenes were filmed at Luggala , as well as on the Poulaphouca Reservoir , in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains. 70 percent of the first season was filmed outdoors . Some additional background shots were done in western Norway . </P>
<P> The series began filming in July 2012 at Ashford Studios , a newly built studio facility in Ireland , chosen as a location for its tax advantages . On August 16 , 2012 , longship scenes were filmed at Luggala , as well as on the Poulaphouca Reservoir , in the heart of the Wicklow Mountains. 70 percent of the first season was filmed outdoors . Some additional background shots were done in western Norway . </P>
where was the first season of vikings filmed
where was the first season of vikings filmed
Ashford Studios Luggala Poulaphouca Reservoir western Norway
Ashford Studios Luggala Poulaphouca Reservoir western Norway