Eiðiskollur Cliff

Eiðiskollur is a soaring cliff north of the village Eiði in the Faroe Islands. The cliff is located on Eysturoy Island. You will hike up the hill for just more than an hour in order to reach the attraction.

This out-and-back trail to Eiðiskollur Cliff comes with a short but steep hike from the village of Eiði. When you get to the attraction, you will have an exceptional view of cliffs and the pristine North Atlantic Ocean.

Eiðiskollur peaks at 352 metres / 1154 feet above sea level. From near the cliff’s edge, you can look down on the rock formations Risin & Kellingin.

The cliffs here are remarkably sheer so be very careful. There are no fences or any sign telling you when you get close to the edge.

Getting to Eiðiskollur

Find your way to the village of Eiði. It takes less than an hour to drive from the capital Tórshavn to this village in the northern part of Eysturoy Island. If you plan to get to Eiði using public transport then take the bus to Eiði leaving from where the bridge links Streymoy Island to Eysturoy Island. This is where the the Sundini Strait is located.

Once in Eiði, drive between the houses and up the hill. Drive all the way up the road ‘Kolsvegur’ and park along the road.

Start your hike from here. There are stone cairns along the route which will eventually lead you all the way to the most breathtaking views. Please note that no visible path leads from the village of Eiði to the attraction.

All you see when finding your way up the hill is pure nature and sheep along the route. Eiðiskollur is a place where you will enjoy silence and untouched nature at its best. Soak in the views of sea stacks, the rugged elements and the area next to the valley Sjeyndir on the northern tip of Streymoy Island.

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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