Gamlarætt Ferry Port

Gamlarætt is a ferry port in the Faroe Islands. Situated on the west coast of Streymoy Island some 10 minutes from the capital Tórshavn, this is where you catch the ferry to Hestur Island.

Gamlarætt ferry port lies between the settlements Velbastaður and Kirkjubøur. The port is located halfway between the two villages. Take the road down the rock face next to the shoreline and you will eventually get to a flat area. You have now reached Gamlarætt.

Boat Tours from Gamlarætt

Those wanting to visit Hestur Island will take the ferry to Hestur. Ferry route 61 sails between Streymoy Island and Hestur Island. It takes around 15 minutes to cross the fjord separating the ferry port from the small cluster of houses found on Hestur Island. You will see the entire length of Hestur Island when at Gamlarætt Ferry Port.

Great trips call for great activities. Add the exciting cave boat tour to Hestur Island to your time in the Faroe Islands. This popular and high speed boat tour departs from this ferry port. You can easily park here and join the thrilling experience.

Tunnel Portal to Sandoy Island

Beside being a port, the tunnel mouth to Sandoy Island is locate at the port. The underwater tunnel Sandoyartunnilin is a 10.8 km (6.7 miles) long tub made for car traffic. From the moment you drive into the car tunnel at Gamlarætt and until you reach the more southerly located island takes no more than 10 minutes. The speed limit in all tunnels in the Faroe Islands is 80 km/h (50 mph).

Take a look at tours and activities starting from Gamlarætt.

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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