Kallur Lighthouse

Kallur Lighthouse is among the most crowded attractions in the breathtaking Faroe Islands. Located on the long and narrow Kalsoy Island, the views you get here are otherworldly.

The small white and red painted lighthouse is nestled on the northernmost tip on the island. Everyone wanting to visit the scenery will go for a hike. Kallur Lighthouse was built in 1927 and is now steadily growing in popularity.

Getting to Kallur Lighthouse

When in the Faroe Islands, set aside a full day for this attraction. In order to reach the lighthouse, you will need to take a short ferry ride, drive through narrow tunnels and eventually hike for an hour.

Kalsoy Island is surrounded entirely by the North Atlantic Ocean. The only way to get to the island is by jumping on the small Kalsoy Island ferry that departs from the town Klaksvík on Borðoy Island.

Once you reach Kalsoy Island, make your way north passing through four tunnels along the way. In the end, you will reach the most northernly settlement on the island, Trøllanes.

All hikes to the public lighthouse start from Trøllanes. The hike from the Trøllanes to Kallur Lighthouse takes one hour each way.

The hike to the lighthouse is moderate in difficulty. Initially, the hike is a bit steep without being scaring at all. Then you will walk along the sheep path until you reach the scenery where the lighthouse is located.

Most people will find the hike fairly easy. The scenery you get at the end of the hike is worth every minute of the effort. Expect mud on the path along the route to the lighthouse.

Views from the Lighthouse

When at the lighthouse, you will have a great view to the west where you will see Eysturoy Island and Streymoy Island. When looking in this direction you will also spot the two rock formations Risin & Kellingin.

You will enjoy these breathtaking views just metres from sheer cliffs. Travellers say standing at Kallur Lighthouse is a magical experience and for sure a must-see attraction.

There is an additional option to get a panoramic view of the lighthouse from a nearby mountain ridge. This additional walk is not for the faint-hearted. There are 200 metres (656 feet) perpendicular rocky cliffs to both sides.

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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