Tag: Torshavn Faroe Islands

Where in the World Are We?

We are in Torshavn, Faroe Islands.

TÓRSHAVN, FAROE ISLANDS
Quaint, charming, and heritage-rich city
Titanic scenery, mist-whipped mountains, and staggering oceanic vistas await you here in the Faroe Islands – a far-flung archipelago of immense natural beauty. This remote and isolated gathering of 18 islands – adrift in the far North Atlantic Ocean – is a self-governing part of the Kingdom of Denmark, and colourful Tórshavn bustles up against the seafront, forming one of the tiniest capital cities in the world. Wander between pretty, half-timbered houses and visit one of the world’s oldest parliament buildings during your time here. With Viking history swirling too, Torshavn is a quaint, charming, and heritage-rich city.

Surrounded by thrilling landscapes and cosy Scandi culture, the Faroe Islands are an envy-inducing, off-the-beaten-track destination. From Torshavn, scatter to your choice of island destinations, or spend time soaking in the storybook appeal and clarity of air in the scenic old town. Pop into local shops or head for restaurants, where you can taste local foods like salt-cured fish and hunks of lamb.

As you explore these extraordinary, lost islands, see waterfalls plummeting directly into the ocean from vertical cliffs, along with emerald-green carpeted fjords. Puffins and sea birds relish the island’s craggy sea cliffs and coastline – visit the island of Mykines to see the birds burrowing deep into the cliffs to nest.

Strap on your hiking boots to rise to the challenge of the mesmerising scenery. Fjords etch into the coastline, and you can encounter peaceful lakes and massive valleys dug out by glaciers. Off-shore, sea stacks totter up out of the swelling, frothy waves.

SIGHTS
• Tinganes Historic District
• Skansin Fortress
• Guðrun & Guðrun Boutique
• Nordic House
• Öström Design Store
• Tórshavn Cathedral

CUISINE
In Tórshavn, tradition and innovation harmonize across every plate. Dine on sea urchin, fermented lamb, and seasonal herbs in settings that embrace Nordic purity. At KOKS, the Faroe Islands’ acclaimed fine dining temple, each course unveils flavors from the raw and the remote. Tórshavn offers culinary poetry in every bite, from harborside bistros to reimagined farmhouses.

Today’s Excursion – Scenic Faroes
We explored the capital and largest city of the Faroe Islands during this panoramic excursion to Tórshavn and its surroundings.

Tórshavn, Eidi and Funning Viewpoints, and Scenic Bridge
Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive north, past idyllic villages, en route to photo stops at the Eidi and
Funning viewpoints. During your stops, see ‘the only bridge over the Atlantic’, as it is sometimes called, which spans the
narrow channel of Sundini to connect Eysturoy with the larger island of Streymoy. Because the channel is so narrow,
spectacular eddies form at the base of the bridge when the current is running strong with the tide. During your visit, you are
invited to walk the short distance, ‘over the Atlantic’.

Sea Stacks and Slættaratindur Mountain
Next, re-board your coach, continue past Eidi, and cross the mountains to Gjógv Village. Along the way, take in a splendid view
of two very distinctive sea stacks known as ‘The Giant and the Hag’, and pass by the highest mountain in the Faroe Islands, the
approximately 2,894-foot-high (about 882-metre-high) Slættaratindur.

Gjógv Village, Refreshments and Tórshavn Viewpoint
Upon arrival in Gjógv Village, see the approximately 617-foot-long (about 188-metre-long) gorge as a natural harbour for fishing boats, and stop for cake and coffee at a local guesthouse.

Pre-Dinner Show! Francesca’s Cabaret Show – Forbidden Favourites
Join Francesca as she shares her favourite songs in her intimate solo cabaret show.

Dinner was in The Atlantide Restaurant