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10 Churches & Cathedrals in Faroe Islands That You Shouldn't Miss
Bobbing in the frothing North Atlantic, the remote, 18-piece Faroes are a picturesque patchwork of emerald pastures, dotted with sheep, gaily-hued cottages and tree-free moors. The sea is never more than three miles distant in this proud, assured land, where deep-rooted traditions remain strong. The coasts boast deep fjords, steep cliffs and looming headlands. Explore these fjords by wooden sloop or sail the coast by schooner. Walk the fells and brave the unpredictable weather to puffin spot.
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1. Christianskirkjan
2. Saksun Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By 355stefang - Brussels, Belgium
This entire area - the church, the tiny village with the grass-covered roofs, the large bay, the waterfalls, etc. - make this place so picture-postcard perfect. While there we did the hike that starts in Saksun and finished in Tjørnuvík (Tjørnuvík also being an incredible place with a beautiful beach) and we hiked back. For really superb views, do the very first bit of the hike that takes you to the top so you can overlook Saksun and the bay from on high. In Saksun there is a car park and there are toilets (free). Also, a mile or so away, there is another car park and you can walk out to the bay itself via the beach, all the way to where the bay dumps into the ocean. Be aware of the tides - high tide and it'll be impossible to do this. Check the tide timetables online, though it's also posted at the entrance gate where you have to pay about $10 per person, which in my opinion is a rip-off (and you MUST pay, as there is no way around the gate and the surrounding fence appeared electrified and there are video monitoring cameras), but then again how often are you in the Faroes? Might as well pay, though I'm pretty sure the owners don't need the cash, as is evident by the huge house, multiple cars, even more multiple 4x4 vehicles, etc. that you will walk by as you make your way to the bay - but I digress. Overall, a truly wonderful landscape. Enjoy!
3. Mariukirkjan
4. Torshavn Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By Iepurica
I can’t be otherwise than highly amused about people who call it “ordinary” or who complain about the church being closed. Faroe Islands can have monumental churches like France or Italy and people should be aware they come to a minuscule place in the middle of nowhere (which became developed in the past 70 years maybe) and have less expectations of grandeour. And by the way, there is no wonder the churches started being closed, unfortunately the vandalism is not uncommon among tourists, especially in the past few years since their numbers grew. 15years ago this wasn’t an issue. Dómskirkjan is a beautiful 17th century church, beautifully handcrafted. Something worth visiting actually, if one has the patience to catch it open. PS. One was complaining about the National Museum being “in another city”, which sounds like people would be forced to travel distances to see it. Which is rather incorrect, as it is in Hoyvík, which is part of the Tórshavn municipality and it is adiacent to the main town.
5. Vesturkirkjan Church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
6. Hoyvikar Kirkja
7. Kaldbak Kirkja
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
8. Kirkjubour Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By JanSmithSchneider - Norway, null
The never finished Magnus Cathedral from the 13th century is the biggest medieval building on Faroe. It was once the spiritual and cultural center of Faroe. The site has been depicted several times on Faroese stamps and the entrance is free until now. They are restoring parts, so there might be an entrance fee one day. If you go around the ruins, you will see some fantastic old engravings on the back of the building. Kirkjubøur is as well the village where King Sverre of Norway (Leader of Birkebeiner) was born and where he learned Latin. He was one of the most importnant Kings of the Norwegian empire. Beside the Cathedral, you can find the oldest wooden house on Faroe and one of the oldest wooden houses in the world, which is still in use. Take cash with you for the entrance there; there is no credit portal. The house has been owned by the same family in 17 generations and they will let you visit 2 rooms with fantastic interior. There is a bathroom for free use. Don't miss Kirkjubøur which is just 30min away from Tórshavn by car or bus.
9. Famjin church
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
This church was built in 1876 and in it is the prototype of the Faroese flag Merkið. This flag was made in 1919 by, among others, a young student from Famjin, Jens Oliver Lisberg and it was first used in the same year. It was recognized first by UK in 1940, then officially by Denmark in 1948. The church is usually closed, so contact the tourist information centre in Tvøroyri beforehand to visit it
10. Vags Kirkja
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
