Tjørnuvík

Tjørnuvík (pronounced ‘Chu-nu-vik) is the northernmost village on Streymoy Island in the Faroe Islands tucked in the North Atlantic Ocean. Tjørnuvík is nestled peacefully in a deep valley with no other villages in sight.

There are no more than 55 houses in the village and even more small streams flowing down the mountains. The sight is especially impressive on rainy days. Tjørnuvík is a destination that travellers never regret prioritising on their vacation in the Faroe Islands.

The winding road from the nearest village Haldórsvík to Tjørnuvík is quite narrow. You will drive along a steep hillside with breathtaking views.

Most people come here in a rented car. Coming by public transport can be done but requires some planning. Check out the public bus to Tjørnuvík departing from the nearby Eysturoy Island.

What to do and see in Tjørnuvík

This iconic village with a direct view of the sea stacks Risin & Kellingin is a must-see spot to visit in the Faroe Islands. Standing in the settlement will give you a feeling of immense serenity. This settlement’s unbeatable location has made it one of the most frequently visited villages in the Faroe Islands.

There is a lovely beach in front of the village. This is the most popular spot for travellers to walk on the black sand. All houses are nestled along the beach.

The villagers have their own church. You will find the wooden white painted church with its red roof in between the small houses in the village.

On most days there will be skies hanging above the village due to the height of the surrounding mountains. During the winter months, you will not see the sun here as it will never reach above the steep mountains.

Grandeur View of the Scenery

Visitors can venture into the mountains and go hiking between Tjørnuvík and Saksun. The path is public and the trek takes three hours and can be done all year round at no cost.

If you want to experience the attraction of Mount Mýlingur, the hike to this spiky mountain and sheer cliff starts from Tjørnuvík. The out-and-back hike to Mount Mýlingur takes a least two hours in each direction. Along the route, you will hike close to the secluded nature valley Sjeyndir.

For those not planning for a strenuous hike, less effort will also do with spectacular pay-off. If you walk for 10 minutes towards the hillside away from the settlement then you will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the place.

This is a really great spot to just soak in the serenity and quietness that the scenery gives you. Tjørnuvík is easily one of the most secluded attractions in the Faroe Islands.

It takes an hour to drive here from the capital, Tórshavn. The secluded hamlet is also an hour’s ride from the airport in the Faroe Islands.

Go to this quaint settlement to feel the remoteness of the isles. The place has a tranquil feel to it.

Services in Tjørnuvík

You need to take into account the small size of the settlement. Keep this in mind before you get there. Some facilities are only available in the village Norðskáli while this is what you find in the remote Tjørnuvík itself:

• Grocery store: No
• Café: No
• Public toilet: Yes
• Parking lot: Yes

It is always worthwhile visiting this secluded place on Streymoy Islands. Walk between the small cluster of houses, then down to the black sand beach. Take in the views of the bay and then turn around for the most impressive views of the steep mountains surrounding the valley.

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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