Oyggjarvegur

By Fríða Weihe Verified Expert

Published: 02/06/2021

Reading time: 2 minutes

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 Koltutr 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 Mjørkadalur Prison is perched in unmatched surroundings. Situated in the Mjørkadalur valley, the views here are great. Add a lush grass roof to the prison and the view gets even better!

Route to Mount Sornfelli

View from car rear window while driving on Streymoy Island — *The mountains you see while driving on the road are amazing. Photo by Guide to Faroe Islands.*

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 Nólsoy Island from this spot.

Oyggjarvegur Facts

Person standing along lake — *This is a small lake that runs directly into the Lake Leynavatn nearby. The road Oyggjavegur starts next to the lake. Photo by Rán Bjargar.*

The mountain road stretches 18 km (11 mi) of paved surface, connecting Tórshavn to the gas station near Lake Leynavatn. From this point, the ascent into the mountains begins. The road features a single lane in each direction, with a consistent speed limit of 80 km/h along its entire length.

Oyggjavegur is open to traffic all year round. Much of the driving takes place in the mountains which will usually involve some driving through clouds.

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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