Top Things to do in Faroe Islands
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Things to do in Faroe Islands, Faroe Islands: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
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. Eggjarnar
2. Gasadalur Tunnel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By pauldL4240HU
There are two ways to get to the Faroe Islands' most iconic site: you can hike across a mountain a few kilometers before Gásadalur, after leaving Bøur, or you can drive through Gasadalur Tunnel, a one-lane dig that goes under the mountain others may be hiking across. The drive through the tunnel is itself an adventure: dimly-lit and narrow, it seems almost foreboding. It is not, however, as it may seem; although it is only one lane, there are a number of dug-out spots along the way to allow one car to pull over and make room for oncoming traffic, and everyone (at least, everyone I saw) drives slowly enough to avoid any surprises. Whichever route you take - the hike over the mountain, or the tunnel through it - will be a new adventure for you. Before you leave the Faroes, you might even want to take both!
3. 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!
4. Mariukirkjan
5. Risin and Kellingin
6. Kallur Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By 892vanessab - Riga, Latvia
Great hike worth the epic views! There is a washroom at the start and a small cafe when your done the hike in town, just ring the bell and someone will come out. After a windy wet day a hot coffee is amazing. They take debit too! The hike was moderate and you need the proper gear on. It’s steep to get the epic photos and windy! We took the first ferry over from Klaksvík at 0800hrs and and we were first ones on the island and had trail to ourselves, when we were back down at 1000hrs there were 8 cars arriving with people, so go early it’s worth it!
7. Torshavn Cathedral
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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.
8. Soltuvik
9. The Nordic House
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By riccimatthieu - Nice, France
Very well designed, the Nordic house promotes the nordic and faroese culture in an absolutely beautiful designed settign and scenery. The bar is very pleasant : our hot chocolate in front of the Torshavn skyline was the perfect way to end the day.
10. Kaldbak Kirkja
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
