Sumba Travel Guide

Sumba is a colourful village in the wild Faroe Islands. Known for its wild coastline, Sumba is the most southernly village on Suðuroy Island which also makes it the southernmost village in the archipelago.

Visit Sumba for its stunning surroundings and great panoramic ocean views. You will easily get that feeling of being alone in the world when standing here far away from the crowds. Its position grants visitors unobstructed views of the North Atlantic’s waves crashing against the dramatic coastline.

Writer and poet Pól F was born and grew up in the village. He has written heartfelt poems about the place that formed him as a person.

Akraberg lighthouse lies only 2 kilometres (1.2 miles) from the settlement. You can drive all the way to Akraberg on a narrow road. The Akraberg lighthouse remains active today. Make sure to go to this sentinel of the sea, where panoramic views extend across the vast ocean expanse. The lighthouse area offers excellent opportunities for bird watching and photographing the dramatic coastline.

From Sumba to Beinisvørð Promontory

The iconic Beinisvørð Promontory towers just 3 kilometres (1.9 miles) north of Sumba. This 470-metre (1542 feet) sea cliff serves as one of the Faroe Islands’ most spectacular natural landmarks.

Take the mountain road from Sumba called Hesturin. This used to be the only driving route to the settlement before a mountain tunnel opened making for an easy entry all year round. After driving for some minutes uphill on the mountain road, you will spot a marker indicating the attraction.

This is at the highest point on the route. Pull into the designated parking area, then take a short walk to the clifftop viewpoint, where the majestic bluffs await.

Beata Leifsdóttir Skaalum

Beata Leifsdóttir Skaalum is born and raised in Tórshavn in the Faroe Islands. She now lives in Sandavágur on Vágar Island located near the only airport in the archipelago. Before becoming the manager at the enchanting Fiskastykkið restaurant in Sandavágur, she did her internship with Guide to Faroe Islands in Tórshavn. Beata holds a degree in Marketing Management from Glasir Tórshavn Collage.

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