3 Easy Hiking Trails in the Faroe Islands

By Sveinur Tróndarson Verified Expert

Are there any easy hiking trails in Faroe Islands to amble? Are you planning to go hiking in Faroe Islands? Continue reading to discover three great hikes in Faroe Islands.

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Moored in the mid-ocean between Scotland and Iceland lies the mountainous Faroe Islands. These mountain islands are full of great hikes, places to hill walk and wanders to explore first-hand. Experiencing the Faroe Islands by foot means mighty mountain escapes, lots of exciting hillside paths and coastal walks to meander along.

There are more than 300 mountains in the Faroe Islands rising from the sea on all 18 islands. These three hikes are all quite easy to complete. They will secure you untouched nature and vast landscapes with great photo opportunities.

The Faroe Islands is an absolute dream destination to hike. With world-class attractions on every corner, the biggest challenge is to choose your hikes to do. Have a look at this Personal Mountain Guide Tour in the Faroe Islands for a tailor-made day in the great outdoors.

We have hand-picked three breathtakingly beautiful hikes for you to walk whenever you visit the Faroe Islands. All three hikes are unmissable if you are a true nature adventurer.

1. Hvíthamar Vantage Point

Hvíthamar in the Faroe Islands — *The wondrous view from Hvíthamar. Photo by Carlos Pimentel known as @carlospimentel__ on Instagram.*

Hvíthamar just above the hamlet Funningur on Eysturoy Island is an easy out-and-back hike. Near the mountain, Middagsfjall, you will get an epic view of Funningsfjørður Fjord, which is one of the most beloved fjords in the Faroe Islands.

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To reach Hvíthamar, you will hike for only 15 minutes from the parking area by the road leading to the settlement Gjógv. You will find the parking area at the highest point between the villages Funningur and Gjógv.

It is important to notice that the hike starts from the mountain pass between the two villages Funningur and Gjógv. There is a parking lot here 3 kilometres before you reach Gjógv. This is where you will start your hike. Follow the fence here up to Hvíthamar.

The short hike uphill to Hvíthamar is one of the most popular and best attractions in the Faroe Islands. You will be mesmerised by the view of nature from the mountain ridge just above the village Funningur.

When at Hvíthamar you can also look north a get the most fantastic views. Even though the most renowned sight is the one towards the fjord and sometimes with the village Funningur on your right hand side, turning north gives you stunning vistas too.

See also: How to go Hiking in the Faroe Islands

The road along the Funningsfjørður fjord leads to Funningsbotnur. Occasionally, small boats sail in the fjord which just adds to the epic view.

2. Klakkur Mountain Ridge

In the northern part of the archipelago lies Klakkur Mountain Ridge. The views you get from this vantage point are absolutely fantastic. Head to this attraction from Klaksvík on Borðoy Island.

In order to reach the vantage point, you will hike a fairly short uphill path. Besides the views you get, the great thing about this hike is that the locals have made the route visible and easy to navigate.

Sunset at Klakkur Mountain Ridge in Faroe Islands — *Klakkur Mountain Ridge on Borðoy Island makes for a great short hiking experience in the Faroe Islands. Photo by Christian Als.*

Look around and take a deep breath. Hiking to Klakkur Mountain Ridge comes with a great pay-off once you reach the viewpoint. Book this Guided Hike to Klakkur Mountain Ridge and add local knowledge the the panoramic views.

You will get panoramic views of the fjord system, islands and towering mountains. Go here during sunset and the entire scenery turns into a warm palette of colours that adds something truly special to the experience. Klakkur Mountain Ridge is one of the most easy hiking trails in the Faroe Islands and yet a super rewarding one.

3. Líraberg Cliff

*Líraberg Cliff in all its glory. Photo by Mads Tolstrup / Visit Sandoy.*

Líraberg Cliff is an iconic location in the Faroe Islands. Find your way through the underwater tunnel Sandoyartunnilin. This is one of many tunnels in the Faroe Islands enabling travellers to explore an amazing variety of landscapes and seascapes.

Before you know it you have reached Sandoy Island after driving under the seabed from Streymoy Island for 10 minutes or so. Once on Sandoy Island, turn right towards the settlement Skopun.

Start the hike from the harbour area in Skopun. The first part of the hikes is done between the multi-coloured houses in Skopun and then on a single-track road with no traffic. This road comes with views of small lakes and gentle landscapes different from the steep mountains further north in the archipelago.

It takes less than one hour to walk from the harbour in Skopun to the end of the tarred road. Now short wooden poles painted red mark the route from the end of the tarred road and all the way to the vantage point where all the stunning views will open up. Líraberg Cliff is a must-see location in the Faroe Islands.

Relax and soak in the beautiful surroundings. Oknadalsdrangur Sea Stack rises 182 m / 597 ft above sea level along the rugged coastline. Once you have filled your eyes with the beauty around you, walk the same way back to where the hiking adventure to the scenery at Líraberg Cliff starts.

More Demanding Hiking Trail in the Faroe Islands

*Múlafossur Waterfall in untroubled surroundings.*

For those wanting to challenge themselves more, go for the the Old Postal Route to the hamlet Gásadalur. This is an epic 5 km hike in outstanding nature on Vágar Island. This hiking trail in Faroe Islands has a rich tradition.

Elevating 485 meters (1591 feet) above sea level at its highest, this magnificent hike will take you to the secluded scenery surrounding Gásadalur. On the top of the mountain Knavin, you will be rewarded with an overwhelming impression overlooking peaks, the North Atlantic Ocean, and the Gásadalur valley.

Gásadalur is home to the world famous Múlafossur waterfall. On days with high wind, it is common to see the water blowing upwards creating a picturesque clouds of spray.

Until recently, this untouched location was extremely isolated as the only way to get to the village was by trekking over the mountain for three hours. The postman did the hike several times a week.

Gásadalur settlement aerial view — *The breathtaking village Gásadalur with the amazing Múlafossur Waterfall. Photo by @guille.diazb.*

You can follow in the postman’s footsteps and do the hike yourself. Or you can add something extra to your time in the Faroe Islands by booking a Guided Postman’s Trail hike to Gásadalur.

Now there is a tunnel connecting Gásadalur to the rest of the archipelago’s quality road network. So you can easily get back to the starting point of your hike once you reach Gásadalur.

Another Easy Hiking Trail in the Faroe Islands

Cairn in Faroe Islands — *Cairn along a hike on Streymoy Island from Tórshavn to Kirkjubøur. The Faroe Islands are filled with great hiking trails.*

There are also other easy hikes to join in the island group. A hike from the capital Tórshavn to the nearby settlement Kirkjubøur is always rewarding. Beside beautiful views, you will get to the ruins of the Magnus Cathedral.

Inspired to climb these incredible nature attractions? Make sure to browse the widest selection of guided hikes in the Faroe Islands right away and take the next step. You will find tours that will tale you to these epic hiking trails in Faroe Islands.