Ljósá

Ljósá is a peaceful settlement in the unbelievable Faroe Islands. Located along the coast on Eysturoy Islands, Ljósá is easy to reach when exploring the archipelago.

There are only 15 houses in the settlement. Visit this place for its relaxed settings and great seaside views.

Make sure to walk down to the waterfront when in the area. You can enjoy great views of the fjord and nearby mountains when here. Get those special tranquil views of the strait and the gorgeous landscapes of neighbouring Streymoy Island. With very few people living in and visiting this area, you will have these surroundings all to yourself.

While here make sure to have a look at a quintessential house in the Faroe Islands, the small yellow painted house near the parking lot. It is nestled close to the seaside and encapsulates how the islanders have lived in even the smallest places and still do.

Views from Ljósá

There are two settlements in sight from this small settlement. On the same island further north, you will see parts of the village Eiði. Taking a look to the nearby Streymoy Island, you will see the settlement Haldórsvík.

The strait between Eysturoy Island and Streymoy Island comes with the name Sundini. Ljósá is located along the coast with ocean views.

When getting to this location from nearby Streymoy Island, you will drive the short bridge connecting Eysturoy Island to Streymoy Island. Once on Eysturoy Island, you will head north for only a short ride before you get to Ljósá.

A tarred road leads down the hillside to the houses in Ljósá. You will get the best parking options at the small marina made out of local basalt rocks.

Fríða Weihe

Fríða Weihe is Faroese born and bred. She grew up in Tórshavn, the capital in the Faroe Islands. Graduated from Glasir Tórshavn College within Marketing Management, Fríða did her internship at Guide to Faroe Islands. Fríða has since then continued working within travel and tourism ensuring a high quality all way through.

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