Bøsdalafossur Waterfall

Bøsdalafossur Waterfall runs from Lake Leitisvatn into the North Atlantic Ocean from 30 metres (98 feet) above sea level. The waterfall is situated on the western coast of Vagar Island in the wind-swept Faroe Islands.

In order to reach Bøsdalafossur Waterfall, you will walk 3 kilometres (1.8 miles) from near the village Miðvágur. There is no elevation along the route. You will walk between 30-40 metres (98-131 feet) above sea level all they way to Bøsdalafossur Waterfall.

The water in the river that turns into the waterfall comes from Lake Leitisvatn also known as the floating lake. Lake Leitisvatn is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Faroe Islands.

This lake is perched atop the basalt cliff and then forms into Bøsdalafossur waterfall that drops straight into the chilly North Atlantic Ocean. Standing next the crashing water is a forceful experience. You will have noting but the rugged coastline in front of you and mighty views.

There are two other great attractions in the same area as Bøsdalafossur Waterfall. You will find the towering free-standing Geituskorardrangur Rock Wall here as well as Trælanípa Cliff. This is where you will experience the lake hanging above the ocean.

Bøsdalafossur lies on the same island as where you will find Vagar Airport. The hike to Bøsdalafossur starts only 5 kilometres (3.1 miles) from the airport. You are likely to see flights up in the air from the national airline company Atlantic Airways or some of the other flights to the Faroe Islands during your hours exploring the attraction.

If it has not been fairly dry the days before you visit Bøsdalafossur then you can cross the river and get closer to the majestic rock formation Geituskorardrangur. The sea stack is only a 5 minutes walk from the waterfall.

Høgni Reistrup

Høgni Reistrup is the CEO and Co-founder of Guide to Faroe Islands. Born and raised in the Faroe Islands, Høgni has deep roots in the archipelago. He co-founded the marketplace Guide to Faroe Islands in 2018 as a way for travellers to plan and explore the best of the island group.

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