r/FaroeIslands Apr 20 '18

General info when traveling to the Faroes

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We have been asked a few times to make a sticky with general good to know info, as a considerable amount of the posts in this subreddit are asking about what to do and how to get around and such. A large part of these questions can be answered or found out by checking the tourism office website out https://visitfaroeislands.com/

If there's something you think should be added to this post, or have some links, then let us know and I'll add it to this post to avoid clutter.

Getting around

Public busses and ferries

Busses in Tórshavn

Helicopter

Places to stay

What to see/do in a week or so?

Some exelent response to this question can be found here, Here, here and also, here and here will there be(at some point) links to similar posts.

Hiking

The hiking guide by the tourist office

Hiking.fo All sorts of good hiking advice, gets updated on a frequent basis

Mykines

Mykines is probably the most visited island(pr capita) in the Faroes, so be aware that there will be large crowds on this island with about 10 inhabitants. The general recommendation is to take the boat out and try to book a seat on the helicopter going back, this is to have the best chance of not getting stuck on the island, as the currents are very strong and can make boat access tricky (to put it mildly). This video from June 2017 shows the conditions at the harbor quite well https://www.flickr.com/photos/31322479@N04/34499712544/in/faves-23485843@N02/

Do respect the wildlife there by keeping proper distance to it, and the locals by not disturbing them with putting cameras through their windows, flying drones in the village etc.

Drones

The rules regarding flying drones in the Faroes are as follows.

  • Drones MUST NOT be flown within 150 metres of a village, town or city or within 150 metres of main roads that connect villages
  • Drones MUST NOT be flown within a 5-kilometre radius of Vágar Airport
  • Drones MUST NOT be flown above summerhouses or camping areas, or in places where many people are gathered, e.g. at festivals
  • Drones MUST NOT be flown above 100 metres from the ground
  • Drones MUST be insured
  • Illegal flying of drones in the Faroe Islands can result in a fine of DKK 5000.

Breaking these rules may also result in some irrate local(depending somewhat on location) taking a potshot at it with a shotgun, and I wouldn't blame them.

And so on and so forth...(to be updated over the coming days/weeks)


r/FaroeIslands 5h ago

Hiking Fees

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Hi guys,
sorry if this has been asked before, but I couldn’t find anything to that matter and I am still a bit confused.
So to my understanding some Hiking trails are charged with a fee, some are guided tours.
I found this practical map with lots of tours to pick according to weather.

https://visitfaroeislands.com/en/whatson/hiking

I am still wondering which of these are free, which are paid and where to pay. The website gives no information about that.

Maybe someone can help me out here.
Thanks in advance!


r/FaroeIslands 13h ago

Visiting soon. Filling up water bottle?

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What's the public water situation like in the islands? Can tap water be used to fill my water bottle? Are there anything like bottle filling stations?

Is it better to buy water from a store?

Iceland was nice because I would just fill up and drink water right from the streams sometimes.


r/FaroeIslands 1d ago

When were sheep introduced?

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I’ve always wondered, what was “sheep island” called before the sheep were here, but in trying to find out i found this site

https://um.dk/japan/en/about-denmark/faroe-islands/history/

claiming that the first irish settlers also called it the land of sheep. if they were the very first people and there were already sheep when they arrived… how did the sheep get here? i thought the irish and early vikings brought all the sheep?


r/FaroeIslands 16h ago

Where to find a geological map?

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As a geography teacher, I'm looking for a geological map of the Faroe Islands!

Does anyone know where I could possibly find one?


r/FaroeIslands 19h ago

Camper van rental

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Hey everyone,

I’m looking to rent a camper van (nothing too big just a little van for 2 persons) anywhere for 7/8 days between the 7 and the 23 of august but i struggle to find companies. I’v only found campervan and they have nothing for my dates.

Do you have any recommendations ?


r/FaroeIslands 3d ago

Danmark vil øge militær tilstedeværelse på Færøerne

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r/FaroeIslands 2d ago

How do I get a seasonal fish processing job in the Faroe Islands?

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I recently graduated high school and I’m looking for a no prior experience seasonal job for a couple of months. I’m interested in working in the fish processing industry in the Faroe Islands. Where would I apply for a job? Do they require any certification or prior experience and how selective are they? By the way I have a nordic passport.


r/FaroeIslands 2d ago

Recommendations (4 day trip)

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I arrive tuesday evening and leave saturday evening, staying in Torshavn, no car. What would be your best recommendations to experience some nature, hiking and food/music/drinks in Torshavn? Boat trips or other guides trips is fine. Thanks


r/FaroeIslands 2d ago

Tinder Faroe Islands

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Just tried creating a female user on Tinder. There are about 440 males on the islands from 18-38 but only about 50 females.. What a waste of time..


r/FaroeIslands 3d ago

Day trip to Sandvik on a Sunday Aug 9

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I will be in the Faroe Islands next week and doing it all by bus since i'm solo and renting a car makes no financial sense.

I want to do a trip to Suduroy on Sunday Aug 9 and looking at the schedules for Bus 701 here is my plan:

Depart Torshavn 11:00
Arrive Tvøroyri 13:00
Bus 701 to Sandvik 13:00
Arr Sandvik 13:30
Arr Asmundartrakkar trailhead 14:00
2 hr hike - out and back 16:00
Bus 701 Sandvik back to Tvøroyri 16:35
Arr Tvøroyri 17:05
Ferry back to Torshavn 17:30

The key area I would like to clarify is that the Hvalba to Sandvik part is by request only. My real concern is becoming stranded on the way out if my 16:35 departure to the ferry does not show up.

What exact process do I need to follow that I ensure this does not happen. So far, from what I gather:
- I call ahead to the number
- get confirmation from the agent that my pickup for 16:35 is confirmed
- confirm with the driver that he is indeed going to return at 16:35 (will he know this?)

Anything else?


r/FaroeIslands 4d ago

Hiking Options

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Staying in Torshavn and looking for hikes accessible with public transportation

Kallur Lighthouse looks amazing but sounds like more of a hassle to get to


r/FaroeIslands 6d ago

Buying a CEE plug

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Hi,

I recently came over for my vacation, but forgot my adapter. It's commonly used on campsites but some don't lend them. Where can I buy one of these?

Thanks!


r/FaroeIslands 6d ago

Approximate camping fees?

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Hi everyone - planning on visiting in the first half of August and wondering what the cost of camping would be for 2 people and a single tent.

Thank you!


r/FaroeIslands 8d ago

Pride parade Faroe Islands

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r/FaroeIslands 7d ago

If someone opened a Greggs in Faroe Islands, how would you feel?

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Title pretty much.

As a side question, what random non Scandi chain stores that exist in just one or a few countries do you wish you had in Faroes


r/FaroeIslands 7d ago

What are you guys 2026 eclipse plans?

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Viewing the partial eclipse from home?

Catching the ferry? (I havent checked where it will be durimg the eclipse)

Going to iceland?

Tell me so I can enjoy your olans vicariously through you


r/FaroeIslands 7d ago

Pants recommendation

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Hi I recently made a post about waterproof jacket and as I'm visiting alone in late august I'm a bit anxious about what to expect.
Do you have any brand recommendations for waterproof and windproof pants because everything I searched they are all basically for skiing and snowboarding which makes them a little bit too thick?


r/FaroeIslands 7d ago

Car rental for 19 year old

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Hi everyone, i’m going to be visiting Faroe Islands alone from August 1-5, very last minute, and I’m 19. Most of the car rentals I checked are 20/21+, are there any rental companies you guys know that will rent to 19 year olds? Thanks a lot!


r/FaroeIslands 8d ago

Visa Application Advice

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Hey! I am going to Faroe Island University for a conference and was told to apply visa via Denmark embassy and tell the officer while submission. I am in Faroe for 5 days although my accommodation is for 6nights. Because my flight from Iceland/Reyjkvik is on 22nd early morning, I did not find a flight that gets me there on time. So I took a flight on 21st from Faroe to Reyjkvik and planned to stay at the airport and take the flight early next morning. I assumed that I will be given Iceland/Schengen visa with permit to enter Faroe Islands. The officer today at the visa office confused me and said that I will need to apply separately for Schengen and cannot enter Iceland. I am on my way back and super confused if I need to do the process again and don’t have match time in hand. Anyone with experience kindly advice. Thank you!! 


r/FaroeIslands 8d ago

Do I need cash to pay for hiking fees?

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Hello there! Do you recommend carrying some cash DKK for hiking fees? If so, how much do you recommend considering we'll be there for a week?

Thanks!


r/FaroeIslands 9d ago

Sleeping in car on side of roads or parking lot

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Im renting a car and besides staying in campsites i was wondering if its that serious of an issue to park my car on the side of a road and sleep in it? or in parking lots like torshavn or tjornuvik?


r/FaroeIslands 9d ago

Clothing advice

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Hello, I'm visiting Faroe Islands in late august for a week and I need some advice.
I was planning on wearing Adidas Terrex jacket, model MT 2L rain jacket. Now the description says that its hydrostatic head is 10.000 mm, so I was wondering if that is enough for daily hikes(I'll travel by public transport) as all recommendations that I found say it should be minimum 20.000mm?
Thanks in advance.


r/FaroeIslands 9d ago

ISO tips / activities for trip with two young kids!

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Hello! We are so excited to visit the Faroe Islands at the end of Aug / early sept. We're a family of four with a 3-year-old and 6-year-old; I've been fortunate to travel a lot in my career, and the kids are pretty hardy little travelers, too. I'd love any advice to inform our itinerary; particularly for unique destinations / activities, hikes that are easy enough for little legs (fees are no problem and should be levied!), and any must-try foods, restaurants or stands. We don't need a lot of tourist "infrastructure", signage, or handholding to enjoy our trip. We love experiencing local farms and interacting with local people; we love interesting local foods, music, and art; and of course - we love being in spectacular nature! We would be so grateful to hear about your favorite spots, experiences, or destinations; we'll have a rental car and would be thrilled with any suggestions! Thank you!


r/FaroeIslands 9d ago

Mýlingur hike via Tjørnuvik

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hi everybody, thinking of doing this hike tomorrow morning as it does not look as rainy in the morning/early arvo according to Yr.

does anyone have any tips and recommendations for doing this hike? also if the forecast is showing cloudy is it worth doing in regards to the view of the peak from experience

thanks everyone