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
Standing on the Hvíthamar mountain ridge, you have a panoramic view of the Funningur fjord. It's a short hike to the ridge from the road between Funningur and Gjógv.
Viðareiði and Villingadalsfjall
January 27, 2020
Viðareiði is the northernmost town in the Faroe Islands. Hike to the top of Villingadalsfjall for great views of Viðareiði and the cone-shaped Malinsfjall mountain.
Klakkur
January 12, 2020
Klakkur is an oddly shaped mountain with a long narrow top plateau. When standing at the top, you have an excellent view of the surrounding islands, mountains and towns.
Kallur lighthouse on Kalsoy
January 5, 2020
Kallur on the island of Kalsoy is arguably the most epic location in the Faroe Islands. Unsurprisingly, it is featured in National Geographic and a James Bond movie.
Múlafossur waterfall in Gásadalur
June 30, 2019
It's picturesque and easy to access, the Múlafossur waterfall in Gásadalur is a must-see when visiting the Faroe Islands.
Lake Sørvágsvatn
December 10, 2018
Lake Sørvágsvatn is one of the stunning sights in the Faroe Islands you just have to see. This beautiful, dramatic and magic place is only a short hike away.
Vestmanna bird cliffs
November 25, 2018
You don't have to be a bird-watcher to enjoy the boat tour to Vestmannabjørgini, the mighty sea cliffs and grottoes north of Vestmanna.
Trøllkonufingur
August 16, 2018
Trøllkonufingur is an imposing rock pillar rising from the sea at the coast of Vágar. The viewpoint on the outskirts of Sandavágur is easily accessible.
Mykines - hike the puffin trail
July 31, 2018
Puffins are the main attraction of Mykines. Make a day trip to the island and walk close to the incredibly cute birds during the scenic hike to a lighthouse.
Drangarnir hike
July 20, 2018
The view of the Drangarnir sea stacks and the Tindhólmur islet is one of the best in the Faroe Islands. A hike from Sørvágur takes you to the viewpoint.