This is a guide to visiting the Faroe Islands in 2020. It gives tips for those who want to travel to the Faroe Islands - from facts to accommodation and beyond!

Northern Lights, grass-roofed houses, and enough puffins to make you forget about Iceland.

In many ways, they remind me of why we love the African bush, they are raw. The cliff faces and the bleak landscape are inhospitable, but they will humble you

From hiking on Kalsoy to gorgoeus Gjogv, the Faroes' highest mountain and most famous lake, below are the 8 best Faroe Islands hikes.

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Spend a week driving through the stunning Faroe Islands. This travel guide includes a Faroe Islands itinerary with accommodation, maps & other tips.

The hike to the summit of Klakkur is exceptionally spectacular. In fact, this was my favorite hike that we did in the Faroe Islands. Views from the summit of Klakkur are jaw-dropping from every single angle. This relatively small mountain sits on the island of Borðoy. Although the mountain is relatively short the views are some of the best I’ve ever seen. THE TWO TRAILHEADS FOR KLAKKUR There are two routes to reach Klakkur’s Summit. One starts in the city of Klaksvík below the mountain of Klakkur. The other starts further up a gravel road (often referred to as The Love Path) to the mountain pass of Halsur. STARTING AT KLAKSVÍK: Many blogs point to the church in Klaksvík as the starting point of this hike. This is great for someone who’s looking for a scenic walk and in no big hurry. You wind up the mountain, through the city and up the aforementioned gravel road. It’s worth noting that you can drive that road, though and get all the way up to the Mountain Pass of Halsur. It’s a somewhat steep climb up that hill, and be sure to keep an eye out for traffic since the road is narrow. […]

Twelve of our favourite spots in the Faroe Islands.

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There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

The Faroe islands are a group of 18 major islands in the Atlantic Ocean and has many gorgeous undiscovered spots. We listed the most instagrammable places!

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

An island in the north of the Faroe Islands that often is forgotten about is Kunoy island. This is a Kunoy travel guide, including the forest on Kunoy and more.

Matt and I met in 2014, just as I was coming into my I want to travel all the time era. I’d always had wanderlust, but that year I had started putting it into practice, traveling over 100 days in a year for the first time. Together, we took that so seriously. We car-camped, we took hiking trips and saved all our pennies to take a year off and travel the world. 2017-2018 on which we traveled to 20+ countries together. Even after buying our house in 2019, traveling together was what we did. They were the moments that made us feel like “us”. In February of 2021, our lives changed forever in the greatest way imaginable, I gave birth to our daughter, Charleigh. In November 2022, we were blessed beyond measure again with our sweet little boy, Liam. After that, we’d taken a step back from this side of “us” and happily stepped into the roll of parents. Now, before you think I don’t understand how beautiful of a life we have as a family of four, or how lucky we are to have our babies, I’m fully aware that we are abundantly blessed! But honestly, our trip away […]

A massive list of all the tourist highlights and points of interest. Plan your itinerary & learn all about things to do in the Faroe Islands.

Layers of the Faroe Islands

On a far-flung cluster of 18 of the most impossibly beautiful islands, how do you prioritize what to see when literally everything is stunning? How do you make a Faroe Islands itinerary that sees the very best of what this magical place has to offer – without doing the exact same thing as everyone else ... Read more

Did you know that the postman's trail, a famous hike in the Faroe Islands, is on the same island as the airport? Read on for how to find it:

The hike to the summit of Klakkur is exceptionally spectacular. In fact, this was my favorite hike that we did in the Faroe Islands. Views from the summit of Klakkur are jaw-dropping from every single angle. This relatively small mountain sits on the island of Borðoy. Although the mountain is relatively short the views are some of the best I’ve ever seen. THE TWO TRAILHEADS FOR KLAKKUR There are two routes to reach Klakkur’s Summit. One starts in the city of Klaksvík below the mountain of Klakkur. The other starts further up a gravel road (often referred to as The Love Path) to the mountain pass of Halsur. STARTING AT KLAKSVÍK: Many blogs point to the church in Klaksvík as the starting point of this hike. This is great for someone who’s looking for a scenic walk and in no big hurry. You wind up the mountain, through the city and up the aforementioned gravel road. It’s worth noting that you can drive that road, though and get all the way up to the Mountain Pass of Halsur. It’s a somewhat steep climb up that hill, and be sure to keep an eye out for traffic since the road is narrow. […]

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An island in the north of the Faroe Islands that often is forgotten about is Kunoy island. This is a Kunoy travel guide, including the forest on Kunoy and more.

The best things to do in the Faroe Islands, from walking among puffins to visiting one of the oldest parliamentary meeting places in the world

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The hike to Drangarnir will definitely be a highlight of your trip to Faroes and is easily one of the most stunning hikes on the islands.

Wild, windy, undiscovered. The Faroe Islands are located are still rather untouched. Here's a perfect one week Faroe Island itinerary!

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

In many ways, they remind me of why we love the African bush, they are raw. The cliff faces and the bleak landscape are inhospitable, but they will humble you

The combination of vastly increased living standards for many people around the globe, individualism and social media has created a boom in tourism never seen in the history of humanity. Towns, areas and countries such as Venice, Dubrovnik, The Isle of Skye, US national parks, Iceland, The Netherlands and The Faroe Islands are feeling it (and that is just to name a few). The

The Faroe Islands, a charming 18-island archipelago located in the cold, foggy North Atlantic Ocean. Travel photography work by Matthijs Kok

The hike to the summit of Klakkur is exceptionally spectacular. In fact, this was my favorite hike that we did in the Faroe Islands. Views from the summit of Klakkur are jaw-dropping from every single angle. This relatively small mountain sits on the island of Borðoy. Although the mountain is relatively short the views are some of the best I’ve ever seen. THE TWO TRAILHEADS FOR KLAKKUR There are two routes to reach Klakkur’s Summit. One starts in the city of Klaksvík below the mountain of Klakkur. The other starts further up a gravel road (often referred to as The Love Path) to the mountain pass of Halsur. STARTING AT KLAKSVÍK: Many blogs point to the church in Klaksvík as the starting point of this hike. This is great for someone who’s looking for a scenic walk and in no big hurry. You wind up the mountain, through the city and up the aforementioned gravel road. It’s worth noting that you can drive that road, though and get all the way up to the Mountain Pass of Halsur. It’s a somewhat steep climb up that hill, and be sure to keep an eye out for traffic since the road is narrow. […]

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

The hike to the summit of Klakkur is exceptionally spectacular. In fact, this was my favorite hike that we did in the Faroe Islands. Views from the summit of Klakkur are jaw-dropping from every single angle. This relatively small mountain sits on the island of Borðoy. Although the mountain is relatively short the views are some of the best I’ve ever seen. THE TWO TRAILHEADS FOR KLAKKUR There are two routes to reach Klakkur’s Summit. One starts in the city of Klaksvík below the mountain of Klakkur. The other starts further up a gravel road (often referred to as The Love Path) to the mountain pass of Halsur. STARTING AT KLAKSVÍK: Many blogs point to the church in Klaksvík as the starting point of this hike. This is great for someone who’s looking for a scenic walk and in no big hurry. You wind up the mountain, through the city and up the aforementioned gravel road. It’s worth noting that you can drive that road, though and get all the way up to the Mountain Pass of Halsur. It’s a somewhat steep climb up that hill, and be sure to keep an eye out for traffic since the road is narrow. […]

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]

The hike to the summit of Klakkur is exceptionally spectacular. In fact, this was my favorite hike that we did in the Faroe Islands. Views from the summit of Klakkur are jaw-dropping from every single angle. This relatively small mountain sits on the island of Borðoy. Although the mountain is relatively short the views are some of the best I’ve ever seen. THE TWO TRAILHEADS FOR KLAKKUR There are two routes to reach Klakkur’s Summit. One starts in the city of Klaksvík below the mountain of Klakkur. The other starts further up a gravel road (often referred to as The Love Path) to the mountain pass of Halsur. STARTING AT KLAKSVÍK: Many blogs point to the church in Klaksvík as the starting point of this hike. This is great for someone who’s looking for a scenic walk and in no big hurry. You wind up the mountain, through the city and up the aforementioned gravel road. It’s worth noting that you can drive that road, though and get all the way up to the Mountain Pass of Halsur. It’s a somewhat steep climb up that hill, and be sure to keep an eye out for traffic since the road is narrow. […]

The hike to the summit of Klakkur is exceptionally spectacular. In fact, this was my favorite hike that we did in the Faroe Islands. Views from the summit of Klakkur are jaw-dropping from every single angle. This relatively small mountain sits on the island of Borðoy. Although the mountain is relatively short the views are some of the best I’ve ever seen. THE TWO TRAILHEADS FOR KLAKKUR There are two routes to reach Klakkur’s Summit. One starts in the city of Klaksvík below the mountain of Klakkur. The other starts further up a gravel road (often referred to as The Love Path) to the mountain pass of Halsur. STARTING AT KLAKSVÍK: Many blogs point to the church in Klaksvík as the starting point of this hike. This is great for someone who’s looking for a scenic walk and in no big hurry. You wind up the mountain, through the city and up the aforementioned gravel road. It’s worth noting that you can drive that road, though and get all the way up to the Mountain Pass of Halsur. It’s a somewhat steep climb up that hill, and be sure to keep an eye out for traffic since the road is narrow. […]

The hike to the summit of Klakkur is exceptionally spectacular. In fact, this was my favorite hike that we did in the Faroe Islands. Views from the summit of Klakkur are jaw-dropping from every single angle. This relatively small mountain sits on the island of Borðoy. Although the mountain is relatively short the views are some of the best I’ve ever seen. THE TWO TRAILHEADS FOR KLAKKUR There are two routes to reach Klakkur’s Summit. One starts in the city of Klaksvík below the mountain of Klakkur. The other starts further up a gravel road (often referred to as The Love Path) to the mountain pass of Halsur. STARTING AT KLAKSVÍK: Many blogs point to the church in Klaksvík as the starting point of this hike. This is great for someone who’s looking for a scenic walk and in no big hurry. You wind up the mountain, through the city and up the aforementioned gravel road. It’s worth noting that you can drive that road, though and get all the way up to the Mountain Pass of Halsur. It’s a somewhat steep climb up that hill, and be sure to keep an eye out for traffic since the road is narrow. […]

The hike to the summit of Klakkur is exceptionally spectacular. In fact, this was my favorite hike that we did in the Faroe Islands. Views from the summit of Klakkur are jaw-dropping from every single angle. This relatively small mountain sits on the island of Borðoy. Although the mountain is relatively short the views are some of the best I’ve ever seen. THE TWO TRAILHEADS FOR KLAKKUR There are two routes to reach Klakkur’s Summit. One starts in the city of Klaksvík below the mountain of Klakkur. The other starts further up a gravel road (often referred to as The Love Path) to the mountain pass of Halsur. STARTING AT KLAKSVÍK: Many blogs point to the church in Klaksvík as the starting point of this hike. This is great for someone who’s looking for a scenic walk and in no big hurry. You wind up the mountain, through the city and up the aforementioned gravel road. It’s worth noting that you can drive that road, though and get all the way up to the Mountain Pass of Halsur. It’s a somewhat steep climb up that hill, and be sure to keep an eye out for traffic since the road is narrow. […]

There are many top sites in the Faroe Islands. In fact, one could easily say just about every square inch of these islands are worthy of exploring. However, I managed to put together the top sites in the Faroe Islands that we explored while we were there last summer! Quick Tips for Visiting the Faroe Islands Before I jump into the best things to see, I thought I’d give just a few quick tips – for everything you need to know before you visit the Faroe Islands, click here. ⋙ BEST ACTIVITIES IN THE FAROE ISLANDS: Hiking, Nature Viewing, Bird Watching, Knitting, Eating + Cultural Experience⋙ LANGUAGE: Although they’re a part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they don’t speak Danish here. They speak Faroese.⋙ CURRENCY: Faroese krona and Danish krone. They’re both of equal value and both accepted on the islands. We had no issues with using our credit cards, though.⋙ PROTECT YOUR TRIP: Travel insurance is a must for any trip. World Nomads is my go-to! They have reasonable rates, the claims process is simple and they are an honest company. They covered my entire emergency surgery in Thailand in 2017! Mulafossur Waterfall Mulafossar is one of the most iconic stops in […]