The Ultimate Hiking
Getaway in THE FAROE ISLANDS

Your adventure begins as you arrive in the Faore Islands, where transport will be arranged to collect you from Torshavn Airport and take you to the accommodation. On the first day you’ll have time to settle in and it’s a great opportunity to meet your fellow adventurers. We can also recommend accommodation for the night before if you plan to arrive earlier. Torshavn will be the base for the whole trip, which is great because you don’t need to carry all your stuff around and after a long day walking you know your warm shower and bed is awaiting you.

📏 10 km ⏱️ 4–5 h ⬆️ ~500 m 💪 ●●●○○ — Moderate

This circular hike begins at the Sundshálsur pass between the islands of Streymoy and Eysturoy, offering wide-open views from the start. The trail climbs onto heathery ridges overlooking fjords and the dramatic sound of Sundini, where the tidal currents race between the islands.

The route traverses rolling hills with grazing sheep, scattered cairns, and sweeping panoramas across to Tórshavn, Kollafjørður, and the mountains of Eysturoy. Weather shifts quickly, and the light over the sea and valleys can be spectacular.

The descent loops back toward the starting pass, making for a balanced half-day walk that combines highland solitude with ever-changing coastal views.

📏 7 km ⏱️ 4–5 h ⬆️ ~750 m 💪 ●●●●○ — Challenging

Starting from the farm road above Eiði, this route ascends the highest mountain in the Faroe Islands (880 m). The trail climbs steadily across grassy slopes and rocky ground, marked by cairns, with views opening toward the North Atlantic and the northern headlands.

The final push to the summit involves steep, rough ground but rewards with a breathtaking panorama: almost every island in the Faroes visible on a clear day, including Risin og Kellingin sea stacks, the fjords of Eysturoy, and the sweeping ridges of Streymoy.

The descent retraces the same route, dropping back toward Eiðisgarð with constant views over the sea and surrounding peaks. This is a short but demanding climb, best attempted in clear conditions due to exposure and rapid weather changes.

📏 8–9 km ⏱️ 5–6 h ⬆️ ~750 m 💪 ●●●●○ — Challenging

From the village of Viðareiði on the northern tip of Viðoy, the trail climbs steeply up grassy slopes toward Villingadalsfjall (841 m), one of the highest peaks in the Faroe Islands. The ascent is demanding, often on rough and exposed ground, but the views quickly widen across the northern isles.

From the ridge, the path continues toward Cape Enniberg, the world’s second-highest sea cliff at 754 m. The panorama takes in sheer vertical walls dropping into the Atlantic, bird colonies nesting on the ledges, and expansive views across the archipelago.

The return follows the same route back down to Viðareiði, with constant sea and mountain vistas. Due to steepness, loose sections, and exposure near the cliffs, this hike is only recommended in stable weather and with care on the descent.

On a free day in the Faroe Islands without hiking, you could base yourself in Tórshavn and wander the old town of Tinganes with its turf-roofed houses, visit the Nordic House for exhibitions, and enjoy coffee or local craft beer by the harbour. A scenic drive makes a perfect contrast, taking you north through Kirkjubøur with its medieval ruins, on to Saksun with its tidal lagoon, and further to the colourful village of Gjógv with its dramatic sea gorge. Along the way you pass fjords, mountain tunnels, and plenty of photo stops. For a different perspective, you might book a boat trip from Vestmanna to see towering bird cliffs alive with puffins and fulmars, or simply enjoy Faroese culture through food — fresh seafood, traditional ræst lamb, and local beer. Between villages, museums, cosy cafés, and shifting seascapes, a no-hike day in the Faroes can be just as rewarding as time on the trails.

📏 9–10 km ⏱️ 4–5 h ⬆️ ~300 m 💪 ●●●○○ — Moderate

A short ferry ride from Tórshavn brings you to the island of Nólsoy, where the hike begins in the village and heads across rolling grassy hills. The trail leads toward the headland at Borðan, home to the historic Nólsoy lighthouse, which has guided North Atlantic shipping since the 19th century.

The route combines coastal tracks, sheep pastures, and gentle ridges with wide views back to Streymoy, Eysturoy, and across the open sea. Along the way you may spot seabirds, wildflowers, and the remains of old turf structures that speak to the island’s history.

The return follows the same scenic paths, looping back toward the harbour and village cafés, making this an accessible but rewarding half-day excursion that mixes Faroese culture with expansive coastal scenery.

📏 7–8 km ⏱️ 4–5 h ⬆️ ~400 m 💪 ●●●○○ — Moderate

Beginning in the famous village of Gásadalur, known for its waterfall tumbling directly into the Atlantic, this trail climbs out of the valley and follows old shepherd paths across grassy ridges toward the remote northern coast of Vágar. The destination is Víkar, an abandoned hamlet that once clung to the cliffs, long since left to the winds and seabirds.

The route offers dramatic views over steep sea cliffs, offshore stacks, and the neighbouring island of Mykines. The terrain is a mix of heather, boggy ground, and exposed slopes, with cairns marking the way. Little remains of Víkar beyond stone walls and foundations, but the sense of isolation and history is striking.

The return follows the same route back to Gásadalur, making this a half-day hike that blends Faroese natural drama with the poignancy of a vanished settlement.

It’s time to pack your bags and move onwards. We arrange transport back to the airport so you can catch your flight home or continue to explore this majestical island.  We have lots of recommendations if you’re going to spend more time in the Faroe Islands.