The Faroe Islands
The Faroe Islands consist of 18 islands in the Atlantic sea, North of Scotland. The main trade is fishing and salmon farming.
The nature is spectacular and you can experience all four seasons in just one day. The weather changes very quickly.
Even if you are not the hiking type, I know I’m not; You can still enjoy a trip to the Faroe Islands.
The Tourist Information is the best place to find inspiration for experiences and sights in The Faroes.
I flew there with Atlantic Airways, the islands’ own airplane company, because they are very skilled at landing in Vagar airport when half the plane is hanging outside the landing strip, over the ocean. Atlantic Airways can land in almost any weather conditions on The Faroe Islands.
In Klaksvik, you will find the islands’ only brewery, Føroya Bjor. A tour and tasting is a must.
In the capital, Torshavn, multiple cafes and restaurant are located near the harbour and the colourful houses remind me of Nyhavn in Copenhagen. The locals have a favourite café on the harbour. You either go to Kaffihúsid or Kafé Umami consistently, but never both. I prefer Kaffihúsid.
Incredible nature
If you only have time to visit one town on The Faroes, go to Kirkjubør.
It is home to the Magnus Cathedral, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The Cathedral only has four walls. There’s no roof, windows or doors.
In Kirkjubøur, the locals live in classic Faroese wooden houses with grass roofing. These houses are beautiful, but please respect the locals when visiting their town. It is their private home, so avoid peeping through windows and stepping into their gardens.
Vestmanna is, in my opinion, one of the most beautifully located towns in the Faroe Islands, because the houses cascade down the mountain side and every house has a view of the fjord. Do not miss a boat trip to the Vestmanna Mountains. The untouched nature is so breathtaking and sailing into the caves of the massive mountains is indescribable.
The Faroe Islands has many waterfalls and among the prettiest are Fossa and Múlafossur. It is easiest to access Fossa, which runs down the mountain side towards the road. Múlafossur, on the other hand, is a free-hanging waterfall that plunges into the ocean, creating a spectacular sight.
In the tiny town of Sandavágur, is a beautiful white wooden church with a red roof, located by the sea.
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