Aurora over Drevsjø
Drevsjø is one of the darkest corners of Southern Norway. The village is small, the forest is wide, and the nearest city lights are far enough away that they barely register on the horizon. On a clear winter night, the sky here feels closer than it does almost anywhere else.
The photos in this gallery were taken by our friend and neighbour Werner Eilertsen over a handful of nights in the winter. He lives nearby, knows the local weather patterns, and has the patience to wait for the aurora to turn on. The result is a record of just how spectacular the night sky can be when you are far from light pollution.
At Forest Ranger Farm, you do not need to drive anywhere to see the northern lights. Step into the yard, let your eyes adjust, and look north. On the right night, the green arc is already there, slowly pulsing and bending across the sky. When the activity is strong, the whole sky can fill with colour — green at the base, sometimes red and purple higher up.
Aurora photos by Werner Eilertsen
If you are planning a trip, the Hello Aurora app is a useful local tool for forecasts and alerts. It helps you know when to step outside instead of standing in the cold for hours. Bring a tripod if you want to photograph it, keep spare batteries warm, and dress for temperatures that can drop well below -20°C.
For a deeper guide to stargazing and aurora in the area, see our aurora & stargazing page.