Arendelle

Arendelle is a fictional Nordic-inspired kingdom featured in Disney’s animated films Frozen (2013) and Frozen II (2019). It is depicted as a coastal realm with a fjord-filled coastline, surrounding mountains, and a climate characterized by cold winters. The capital and seat of government is Arendelle, where Arendelle Castle stands. The throne is hereditary within the House of Arendelle, and the royal family plays a central role in the storylines, including the figures of King Agnarr, Queen Iduna, and their daughters Elsa and Anna.

The economy and society of Arendelle are portrayed as maritime and mercantile. The kingdom maintains ports and ships, and engages in trade with neighboring realms. Cultural life features royal ceremonies, regalia, and other state functions, as well as family-centered traditions and public celebrations that reflect its monarchical structure.

Geographically, Arendelle combines coastal access with nearby forests and rugged terrain. The narrative of Frozen II introduces the Enchanted Forest and the indigenous Northuldra people, connecting Arendelle’s history to a historic treaty and a dam project that influence the kingdom’s relations with its neighbors and the forest.

In the franchise, Arendelle is presented as a relatively self-contained realm with distinct customs and governance centered on the royal family, while maintaining diplomatic and economic ties with other realms. The setting emphasizes themes of leadership, responsibility, and the role of the monarchy within a broader regional history.