Sundini Strait Travel Guide

Sundini is the collective name for the villages along the east side of Streymoy Island and the west side of Eysturoy Island in the wild Faroe Islands. This place is also called Sundalagið, which means the strait area and refers to the strait between the two main islands in the Faroe Islands, Streymoy Island and Eysturoy Island.

A bridge links Streymoy Island to its neighbouring Eysturoy Island. This bridge is known by the locals as Brúgvin um Streymin. The region is known for its great photo opportunities from Fossá Waterfall to the remote hamlet Tjørvuvík well hidden between steep mountains. Once you enter Eysturoy Island from Streymoy Island, you find yourself in the settlement Oyrarbakki. This place comes with a couple of grocery stores and a gas station.

Other settlements along the coast are Norðskáli on Eysturoy Island and Streymnes and Haldórsvík both on Streymoy Island. What defines these places are their undisturbed views out to the strait with the steep mountains surrounding the scenery.

Both places come with cluster of houses and good options for stopping. The houses in Haldórsvík are more densely located while Norðskáli is scattered more along the shoreline.

Driving along Sundini Strait

There are roads on both sides of the Sundini Strait. The road on Eysturoy Island is two-lane all the way. On the contrary, some parts of the stretch between the coastal settlement Langasandur and Tjørnuvík are single lane.

All those places where the road is single lane come with lay-bys which usually fit a couple of vehicles. Pull of when you meet ongoing traffic and the lay-by is on your right hand side. For more details on traffic, take a look at this ultimate guide to driving in the Faroe Islands.

Sveinur Tróndarson

Sveinur Tróndarson is a prominent figure in the Faroe Islands, known for his multifaceted contributions to local society, particularly in journalism, media, and culture. Born and raised in the settlement Skála on Eysturoy Island in the Faroe Islands, Tróndarson has been actively involved in shaping the public dialogue around everything from sports, politics to preserving local traditions. Sveinur holds a master’s degree in political science from the Univerity of the Faroe Islands. As a journalist, he has worked with key media outlets in the Faroe Islands, including the public broadcasting cooperation Kringvarp Føroya and as both chief editor and CEO at the newspaper Dimmalætting. His insights are valued and he is often used as an expert in news media. His commentary reflects a deep understanding of history, language, and the Faroe Island' place in the world. In addition to his journalistic endeavors, Tróndarson has taken the official tourism course in the Faroe Islands. Today, he also works as a tour guide.

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