Streymnes

Streymnes is a settlement on Streymoy Island in the far-flung Faroe Islands. The settlement lies next to another settlement of a similar size, Hvalvík.

A river separates the two settlements from each other. Together, they form a small community anchored in the traditional village life in the Faroe Islands.

Perhaps surprisingly for such a small settlement, Streymnes boasts a high-quality outdoor football pitch that regularly hosts matches in the Faroe Islands’ premier league. As most football stadiums in the archipelago, this one comes with a backdrop of steep mountains.

Besides arriving in a rental car, you can also take the public bus to Streymnes. Bus 400 stops at Oyrarbakki, 7 km (4.35 miles) north of Streymnes. You can ask the driver to drop you off in Streymnes on the way.

From Streymnes to Saksun

Together with Hvalvík, the modest settlement of Streymnes is the gateway to one of the most visited locations in the Faroe Islands, the village of Saksun. After an epic drive from Streymnes and Hvalvík through a wilderness-filled valley, you will get to the magical hamlet of Saksun.

The road to Saksun winds through the valley with mountains on both sides. As you find your way through the valley, you pass countless cascading waterfalls.

This scenic drive takes just 15 minutes along a single-track road with plenty of lay-bys. Travellers visit Saksun for the beauty surrounding it and its historic houses. From the ancient farm, Dúvugarðar, with its grass-covered houses to the sandy lagoon, Saksun is a true nature gem.

There are also other celebrated attractions nearby, such as the mighty Fossá Waterfall and the secluded settlement of Tjørnuvík.

Mads Fyllgraf

Mads Fyllgraf is an adventurous explorer, photographer, and videographer. Born in western Jylland in Denmark, the fresh waves hitting the shore and the winds blowing in from the north, has seen him indulge in the Faroe Islands. Mads holds a Bachelor in International Hospitality Management and has years of experiences from the outdoor recreation sector.

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