Lake Toftavatn Travel Guide

Lake Toftavatn is a freshwater lake in the nature-filled Faroe Islands. It lies next to the town Runavík on Eysturoy Island. This is the fourth largest lake in the Faroe Islands with a surface area of 0,5 square kilometres.

Toftavatn will get your attention when heading towards the small villages Æðuvík and Rituvík. These settlements are the most southernly settlements on Eysturoy Island.

Go for a stroll around the lake and get peace of mind. The whole area has tranquility to it. Park your car where NSÍ Football Club is located and you are only minutes from the lake.

You will find a rich birdlife in the area. The mellow landscapes differ from the rugged elements found so many other places around the archipelago. This is one of the most beautiful lakes in the Faroe Islands.

Walk Around Lake Toftavatn

Lake Toftavatn is seen as a true treasures by many locals. Rolling hills covered in heather create an enchanted setting that seems to have sprung from the pages of a fairy tale. As visitors first approach the lake from Runavík, they tend to stop in their tracks, mesmerised by the serene beauty before them.

The lake’s appeal spans all seasons. It is e great walk to take for nature enthusiasts year-round. A leisurely circuit around the lake typically takes a couple of hours. Take your time and enjoy the otherworldly scenery. The unique landscape, with its carpet of heather and mirror-like water on occasionally calm days, creates views unlike anywhere else in the Faroe Islands.

For those seeking to ramp up their adventure, the nearby Mount Húsklond (129 m / 423 ft) is well worth it. Out of the 340 mountain summits in the Faroe Islands, this is the third lowest. Nevertheless, an impressive panorama unfolds from this moderate peak.

Skálafjørður Fjord stretches below, while a long peninsula leads the eye toward the village of Strendur. Across the water, Streymoy Island rises with the village of Kollafjørður nestled along its coast. The summit also provides excellent views of Toftir village and the surrounding mountain ranges.

After taking in the mountaintop vistas, descend along the lake’s northern shore and complete the circle walk around the lake. Eventually, the village of Runavík welcomes you again. Most people skip the mountain along the route do the circle walk only, which is just great.