Country Facts
Capital: Tórshavn . Population (2018): 50,800 (212th of 233 countries). Area: 1,399 km2 (unranked). Languages: Faroese, Danish. Currencies: DKK (Faroese króna), DKK (Danish krone).
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Hvíthamar ridge and Funningur
June 20, 2021
A short hike to the Hvíthamar ridge rewards you with a panoramic view of the Funningur fjord. The trail starts from the road between Funningur and Gjógv.
Viðareiði and Villingadalsfjall
January 27, 2020
Visit Viðareiði, the northernmost town in the Faroe Islands, and hike Villingadalsfjall for views of the village and the striking, pyramid‑like Malinsfjall.
Klakkur
January 12, 2020
Klakkur is an oddly shaped mountain with a long narrow ridge and an incredible sunset view across the surrounding islands, peaks and coastal towns.
Kallur lighthouse on Kalsoy
January 5, 2020
Kallur on Kalsoy offers the most epic view in the Faroe Islands, with a small lighthouse balanced on dramatic cliffs above the wild North Atlantic.
Múlafossur waterfall in Gásadalur
June 30, 2019
Múlafossur is a stunning, easily accessible waterfall and one of the iconic sights of the Faroe Islands, set just below the picturesque village of Gásadalur.
Lake Sørvágsvatn
December 10, 2018
Lake Sørvágsvatn, known as the “Lake Above the Ocean,” is a must‑see in the Faroe Islands — a dramatic, magical place reached by a short hike.
Vestmanna bird cliffs
November 25, 2018
Explore the dramatic sea cliffs and grottoes north of Vestmanna by boat, home to countless seabirds and a memorable experience even for non‑bird‑watchers.
Trøllkonufingur
August 16, 2018
Trøllkonufingur is a monolithic rock pillar rising from the water just off the coast of Vágar, easily viewed from a scenic lookout outside Sandavágur.
Mykines - hike the puffin trail
July 31, 2018
Discover Mykines and its famous puffins on a day trip, exploring rugged coastal scenery and learning more about these charming birds with a local guide.
Drangarnir hike
July 20, 2018
A hike from Sørvágur leads to a spectacular view of the massive Drangarnir sea stacks and the Tindhólmur islet, among the best sights in the Faroe Islands.