Lake next to Oyggjarvegur road

Oyggjarvegur Travel Guide

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​Oyggjarvegur is a beautiful mountain road in the Faroe Islands. Located on Streymoy island, this is the most epic road leading to the capital, Tórshavn.

Take this road for scenic sites and lots of lay-bys. There are so many photo opportunities when you pull off the road. Stop to capture attractions such as Týggjará Waterfall. Sliding up and down these hills is an exciting experience.

The most notable attraction along Oyggjarvegur is Norðradalsskarð mountain pass. This vantage point will secure you a breathtaking view of Koltur Island and the valley Norðradalur. You will find a coupe of houses and a farm at the end of the valley.

Further down Oyggjarvegur, you will pass the only prison in the Faroe Islands. The prison is perched in unmatched surroundings in the Mjørkadalur valley.

Another less know attraction only reachable from this road is Mount Sornfelli. After taking an exit from Oyggjarvegur and driving on a narrow road for some minutes, you will get to a mountain plateau from where you will have striking views.

The 4* Hotel Føroyar is situated right next to Oyggjarvegur, when you head out of Tórshavn. You will have a stunning view of Tórshavn and the island Nólsoy from this spot. 

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