Sundini Strait

Sundini is a 40 km (24.85 miles) long strait between the east side of Streymoy Island and the west side of Eysturoy Island in the wild Faroe Islands. It is the main hub when exploring the nearby beauty spots such as Tjørnuvík to Gjógv.

Sundalagið is the collective name for the villages along the strait. It translates to “The Strait Area”.

At the village of Oyrarbakki, the strait is only 150 metres (0.09 miles) wide. Here, the two islands are connected by a bridge. This is the only bridge that connects two islands in the archipelago. The rest of the islands are connected by either subsea tunnels, causeways or ferries and helicopters. This has earned the bridge its nickname, “The Bridge over the Atlantic”. The official name of the bridge is Brúgvin um Streymin.

Sights near Sundini Strait

The Sundini region on the Streymoy side has plenty of great photo opportunities, from Fossá Waterfall to the remote village of Tjørvuvík well hidden beneath steep mountains.

Once you cross the bridge to Eysturoy Island, you’ll find yourself in the settlement of Oyrarbakki. This place comes with a couple of grocery stores and a gas station.

Other settlements along the coast are Norðskáli and Ljósá on Eysturoy Island, and Streymnes and Haldórsvík on Streymoy Island. What defines these places are their undisturbed views out to the strait with scenic mountainous backdrops.

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 settlements of Langasandur and Tjørnuvík are single-lane.

The single-lane sections come with lay-bys which usually fit a couple of vehicles. Pull off when you meet ongoing traffic if the lay-by is on your right hand side. For more details, 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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