Faroe Islands - Färöarna

Faroe Islands (Faroe Islands) is an autonomous island nation in Europe. It consists of 18 islands in the middle of the North Atlantic, northwest of Scotland and between Iceland and Norway. Despite self-government, it is part of Denmark, however, they are fighting for greater independence. The Faroe Islands have almost 50,000 inhabitants, and their own language and culture. When you are in the Faroe Islands, you are never further than 5 km away from the sea. The country is dominated by steep mountains and there are about 70,000 sheep and about 3 million seabirds, including the world's largest storm swallow colony. Most tourists come to the islands between early July and late August, which is when the weather is most stable.

Planning before the trip

As the Faroe Islands are part of Denmark, no visa is required for entry.

To take with you to the Faroe Islands

To bring with you from the Faroe Islands

Facts about the Faroe Islands

History

The locals

Climate

The weather is maritime and very difficult to predict. This can change quickly, from warm sunshine to thick fog. The sun can shine on one side of the mountain while it rains on the other. The Gulf Stream makes the weather relatively warm for such a northern place. The temperature stays between 3 C in winter to 11 C in summer. The temperature can be higher, but the air is always fresh regardless of the season.

Holidays

Regions

Cities

Getting to the Faroe Islands

There is only one airport, located on the island of Vagar. There are flights primarily from Copenhagen. There is a bus from the airport to Torshavn.

There is a car ferry from Hirtshals in Denmark, one departure a week.

You take the car ferry.

You can bring a bike on the flight (probably costs extra) or the ferry.

Relocation in the Faroe Islands

Some islands have a helicopter connection.

There is a network of bus lines across the archipelago.

The islands are connected by bridges and tunnels. Except Suduroy where there is a car ferry. There is car rental at the airport.

It is possible to cycle across the archipelago. The distances are not that long, but the weather can vary.

Payment

Danish crowns. There are also your own Faroese banknotes, which work just as well in the Faroe Islands, but which you must exchange before returning home.

Usually accepted, but you must have cash as well.

Available in larger locations.

Accommodation

Food and drinks

Alcoholic beverages are only sold in state liquor stores, not in grocery stores (this is not Denmark).

To see

To do

Work

Unemployment is the lowest in the Nordic region and wages are high.

Communication

Security

Respect

• Never say that you are in Denmark when you are in the Faroe Islands. The Faroese do not see themselves as Danes because they have their own autonomy. Most Faroese are very nationalistic.
• Show consideration for the countryside and bird life.
• Faroese are known to be very polite.

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