Dúvugarðar Travel Guide

By Høgni Reistrup Verified Expert

Dúvugarðar is a traditional farm in the remote hamlet Saksun in the wind-swept Faroe Islands. Located on Streymoy Island fas away from nearby settlements, this place offers peace of mind and out-of-this-world views.

The wooden farmhouse dates back some 300 years. Local farmers lived in the farmhouse until the 1940s. As many as twenty people live under the same roof. Today, the picturesque buildings are part of the experience when visiting the farm and its intriguing heritage.

When you visit the farm you will get a better understanding of how everyday life was lived in the past. The farmhouse and its surrounding buildings are all turf-roofed. This is a key feature so many places in the archipelago.

Just before you get to the farm in Saksun, you will pass a lake. After a short drive on a narrow road along a canyon, you will get to a parking lot. Make sure to park here and explore the farm next door.

Exploring the Farm’s Surroundings

People in front of waterfall — *The stunning Skipáfossur Waterfall in the settlements Saksun. Photo by Finnur Justinussen.*

There are great options to explore a network of footpaths in this area. These walking trails are open during the bright summer months from May throughout August.

When walking the trails, you will get access to some of the best photo spots of the stunning surroundings. From the grass-roofed farm itself to Skipáfossur Waterfall and the gorgeous sandy lagoon Pollurin.

Services in Dúvugarðar

Saksunardalur — *The roads in the Faroe Islands are well maintained and will for sure set your wanderlust free! This is the road leading to Saksun and the Dúvugarðar farm.*

Despite being one of the smallest clusters of houses in the Faroe Islands, there are some services available to travellers visiting the place. The Dúvugarðar farm comes with these services:

Public toilet: Yes
Parking lot: Yes
Café: Yes (in summer)
Grocery store: No

Whether you visit in the summer season or during the lush green summer months, Dúvugarðar is always worth putting on your Faroe Islands bucket list. You will get the most fulfilling experience when booking access to the farm’s footpaths to the fields with views and untold stories best explored with a local tour guide.

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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