Step into Westeros: Visit the filming locations of the new series The Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

The Game of Thrones prequel was released last month on HBO Max. Follow the adventures of Dunk, a wandering knight, and the orphan Egg. The story takes place 89 years before the beginning of Game of Thrones and 77 years after House of the Dragon. If you’re a fan of this medieval world and vast forests, head to Northern Ireland to discover the filming locations and behind-the-scenes stories!

Mourne Mountains, County Down

It is one of the most recognizable locations from the first episode and even appears on the series’ official poster. The Mourne Mountains offer a spectacular panoramic view that perfectly matches the show’s epic aesthetic. The site features several hiking routes accessible to all levels. From the Sandbank Road car park, more athletic visitors can climb the peaks, while others may prefer to stay on the trails for a gentler walk. In both cases, the sense of immersion is complete.

Anecdote: Don’t look for the solitary twisted tree… because it isn’t real. It was molded and built in England, then transported to Hen Mountain and secured with cement blocks so it wouldn’t move. (Don’t worry, the blocks were later removed to preserve the landscape.)

Glenarm Estate, County Antrim

Here, the estate represents Ashford Meadow and was notably used for the jousting tournament scenes thanks to its vast gardens. From April to October, visitors can explore the magnificent gardens, while access to the castle itself is limited to a few dates, as it is still inhabited by the current Viscount. If you wish to extend your stay, you can also book accommodation within the estate. Choose between luxurious sea-view glamping pods, charming stone cottages, or the Barbican Gate, a 19th-century gatekeeper’s house.

Anecdote: A bridge was built and later dismantled for filming, and a stable was installed on site to host the horses and around sixty stunt riders involved in the production.

Tollymore Forest Park

Located in County Down at the foot of the Mourne Mountains, Tollymore Forest Park is one of the most iconic natural sites used for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. The Crownlands, already a key setting in Game of Thrones, appear once again in this new series. Walking through this landscape instantly evokes the medieval and heroic atmosphere that defines the show.

Anecdote: Tollymore remains one of the most popular and most visited filming locations in Northern Ireland.

Myra Castle

Although the castle cannot be visited as it is private property, it remains an unmissable historic site. In the series, it serves two roles: representing Ashford Castle while also appearing in scenes set in Flea Bottom at King’s Landing. If the location looks familiar, that’s because it also portrayed the seat of House Bolton in Game of Thrones. Situated near Downpatrick in County Down, the castle can be admired from the Lecale Way walking route. A perfect place to recharge… and who knows, you might cross paths with Dunk and Egg.

While A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms may be more modest in scale, its landscapes are no less essential, relying very little on CGI. Northern Ireland offers settings that feel both ancient and emotionally charged, making it the perfect backdrop for a tale of wandering knights.

Season 2 is already confirmed. Personally, I cannot wait to see what comes next. And you?