Hoyvík Travel Guide

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Hoyvík is a district in the capital Tórshavn. Besides many new houses there is also the old Hoyvík settlement by the peninsula. This is a place of peace and solitude with ocean views.

Cultivated land used to separate Hoyvík from the capital. Since then, Hoyvík and Tórshavn have grown together.

You will find grocery stores in Hoyvík as well as sports facilities. The church in Hoyvík is easy to recognise in the skyline.

Ocean Swimming in Hoyvík

If you go to the place Hoyvíksgarður in Hoyvík, you will get to a small harbour area. This is the preferred place for the locals to swim in the ocean.

Before jumping into the ocean, you should know that the water is 6 degrees Celsius (43 Fahrenheit) both summer and winter. While at the seaside, you might very well see some kayaking taking place as it has become a popular activity in this area. 

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