Svínoy Island Travel Guide

Svínoy Island is a remotely located outpost in the northern part of the wild Faroe Islands. There is only one village on the island, which bear the name of the island.

Havnartindur is the highest mountain on the island. The mountain’s name translates directly to the Harbour Peak. Havnartindur elevates 586 metres (1922 feet) above sea level.

People on Svínoy Island make a living mostly as fishermen. There are also farmers on the island. Sheep roam freely around the island.

People visit the island to feel the remoteness. Life is lived at a slow pace far away from the hustle and bustle of urban life. There is really nothing you can run late to on the island except the ferry back to the mainland.

Ferry to Svínoy Island

You will reach the island after a 30 minutes ferry ride. The ferry to Svínoy Island departs from the village Hvannasund on Viðoy Island. The ferry to Svínoy Island is called RITAN. Sailing between the islands along the steep mountains is a beautiful experience. You will pass impressive coastal sceneries as the ferry glides its way towards Svínoy Island.

The public transport company SSL operates the ferry. Here you will find the ferry timetable for RITAN. The ferry seats around 100 people. There are always available seats on the ferry. Buy your ticket onboard the ferry from the staff once you embark RITAN.

When you disembark the boat and step on land, you will be a 20 minutes walk from the village. There is no bus on the island or other transport options. You will get to the village by walking. The walk comes with almost no elevation.

Svínoy Island is remote and only few travellers visit this outpost. There is no grocery store on the island so remember to bring what you need for your stay.

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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