Fugloy Island

Fugloy Island is the easternmost and and one of the most isolated islands in the far-flung Faroe Islands. The island comes with stunning nature and an amazing bird life.

This remote island, surrounded by the vast North Atlantic Ocean, is home to dramatic cliffs and rolling hills. Fugloy Island is a place to visit for those seeking solitude and undisturbed natural.

Fugloy Island is home to two small settlements: Hattarvík and Kirkja. The two populated spots on the island are connected by the only road on the island.

You will sail to Fugloy Island for 45 minutes from a nearby Viðoy Island. The ferry RITAN sails from the settlement Hvannasund surrounded by steep mountains. As you find your way from Viðoy Island to this Nordic outpost, you will pass stunning coastal sceneries. Before you get to the easternmost island, the captain will stop on Svínoy Island as the RITAN takes care of the ferry service to both these islands.

Car-Free Fugloy Island

You will leave the car at the harbour in Hvannasund when you embark on the ferry to Fugloy Island. There are a handful of cars on the island for the locals but the ferry does not take cars. The main traffic on the island is not vehicles but birds flying around!

Fugloy Island translates to ‘The Bird Island’ in the local language Faroese. Needless to say, the island is a paradise for birdwatchers. The island’s cliffs are home to various bird species, especially during the nesting season in summer form May to August.

One of the highlights on ‘The Bird Island’ is the natural arch formation. Klubbin reaches 621 m (2037 ft) above sea level making it the highest mountain on the island.

Finding yourself on this far-flung island in the middle of the vast North Atlantic Ocean will make you realise how small you are in the grand scheme of things. The isolation of the island enhances its tranquility, and being there makes you feel a deep sense of connection with nature.

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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