Scandinavians take their green roofs seriously, and it seems like they aren’t going away anytime soon. In fact, every year, the Scandinavian Green Roof Association holds a competition to determine the best green roof project in Scandinavia! The reason behind this admiration is not only their aesthetic appeal, but also the various social, environmental, and financial benefits they offer. These benefits include absorbing rainwater, reducing winter heating costs, decreasing summer air-conditioning expenses, providing insulation, and having long-lasting durability.

Continue reading to explore Bored Panda’s curated collection of the most exceptional and stunning living roofs found in Scandinavia.

#1 Hofskirkja, Iceland

#2 Thjorsardalur, Iceland

#3 Skalholt, Iceland

#4 Vatnajökull Nationalpark, Iceland

#5 Renndolsetra, Norway

#6 Norway

#7 Saksun Village, Streymoy, Faroe Islands

#8 Torshavn, Faroe Islands

#9 Church Of Funningur, Faroe Islands

#10 Mikladalur, Faroe Islands

#11 Kvednafossen Waterfall, Norway

#12 Geiranger, Norway

#13 Island Of Streymoy, Saksun, Faroe Islands

#14 Jolster, Norway

#15 Hellissandur , Iceland

#16 Rogaland, Gullingen, Norway

#17 Skjolden, Norway

#18 Norway

#19 Glaumbaer, Iceland

#20 Norway

#21 Iceland

#22 Norway

#23 Olden, Norway

#24 Tórshavn, Faroe Islands

#25 Saksun Church, Faroe Islands

#26 Skálholt, Iceland

#27 Skaftafell National Park, Iceland

#28 Norway

#29 Mykines Village, Faroe Islands

#30 Norway