Faroe Islands route: Suðuroy to Tórshavn, 7 places
Explore the Faroe Islands, a remote archipelago of 18 rugged islands in the North Atlantic between Iceland, Norway, and Scotland. Experience dramatic sea cliffs, isolated villages, and the unpredictable North Atlantic weather that shapes this 50,000-person nation.
- Distance
- 235.5 km
- Mode
- Places
- Start
- Suðuroy
- End
- Lítla Dímun
- Stops
- 7
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Suðuroy — Southernmost island in the Faroe Islands, accessible by ferry, featuring dramatic western coastlines and iconic landmarks.
- Akraberg Lighthouse — Southernmost point in the Faroe Islands with colorful buildings, dramatic cliffs, and endless ocean views resembling a Wes Anderson film.
- Kalsoy Ferry — Maritime crossing connecting the Faroe Islands, essential transport linking isolated communities across the North Atlantic archipelago's dramatic waterways.
- Kallur Lighthouse — Remote lighthouse at the tip of Kalsoy with expansive Atlantic views and dramatic snow-covered mountain experiences.
- Chernovvic — Tiny settlement of 71 people on the northern tip of Streymoy, surrounded by mountains and known for its photogenic landscapes.
- Tórshavn — Capital of the Faroe Islands, serving as the economic and cultural centre with excellent access to island exploration.
- Lítla Dímun — One of the most isolated islands in the Faroe Islands, visible during ferry crossings with dramatic Game of Thrones-like scenery.
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Ferry to Suðuroy takes around 2 hours and weaves through spectacular scenery, including views of Lítla Dímun. Ferry crossings are a notable part of travel between islands.
- Timing
- Weather changes constantly and can be unpredictable. Plans change frequently, and views you've traveled to see may not fully emerge. Be prepared to embrace whatever conditions occur.
- Tip
- Most visitors turn around before reaching the jagged sea stack at the end of the conventional trail at Trøllkonufjøra. Going beyond the standard endpoint reveals additional spectacular views.
- Where to stay
- Tórshavn, the capital, is the economic and cultural center and one of the best places to base yourself while exploring the islands.
- Tip
- Beinisvørð has sea cliffs dropping nearly 500m straight into the Atlantic. The hike to the top is steep but not particularly challenging, with unforgettable summit views.
- Tip
- Akraberg Lighthouse is the southernmost point in the Faroe Islands with colorful buildings, dramatic cliffs, and endless ocean views. Limited time here due to ferry schedules.
- Tip
- Móalaklettur features a narrow sheet bridge across a deep crack in the cliffs. Crossing feels terrifying and exhilarating but you cross at your own risk.
- Transport
- Ferry to Mykines takes about 15 minutes from Kalsoy and is one of the most scenic ferry rides, surrounded by steep mountains on all sides.
- Tip
- Kallur Lighthouse hike is an easy, short trail that meanders along a ridgeline above the village. The wind coming off the Atlantic can be frigid.
- Tip
- Chernovvic is a tiny settlement of 71 people on the northern tip of Streymoy. It's highly photogenic but surrounded by mountains, making it very isolated and quiet.
- Tip
- Kalsoy is a long, narrow island with steep mountains dropping straight into the sea on both sides, making access feel limited. The drive across the island is part of the experience.
- Tip
- The islands are rarely more than an hour's drive from anywhere, making it quick to adapt and relocate when weather conditions change across different regions.