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Akrar - Víkarbyrgi

Suðuroy

A short and easy walk along the grass-covered path to Akrar with beautiful views over the bays of Vágur and Víkar, where you will see unique strata sloping drastically eastward

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Elduvík - Oyndarfjørður

Eysturoy

Enjoy hiking along the old village path from the charming village of Elduvík to Oyndarfjørður

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Kirkja - Hattarvík

Norðoyggjar

This route is unique as it allows you to experience two isolated villages. One village you will sail to at the start and the other you will leave at the end.

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Gásadalur - Víkar

Vágar

This hike is challenging, exciting and gorgeous. On this hike, you will witness some old village ruins, the bedrock, and surrounding high mountains, all of which make this a memorable experience.

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Suðuroy from north to south

Suðuroy

Fall in love with the southernmost island in the Faroe Islands on this challenging, special, and beautiful route from north to south

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Norðradalur – Tórshavn

Tórshavn (capital area)

A hike up through the pass above Norðradalur, leading into a deep and level valley that is tranquil and beautiful to walk through

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Skálabotnur - Oyraskarð - Vesturdalur - Skálabotnur

Eysturoy

Ein avbera vakur túrur inn í ein annan heim sum goymir seg omanfyri Øksnagjógv og niðan Millum Herðurnar – Hugnaligt, vakurt, friðsalt og gott útsýnið.Ein avbera vakur túrur inn í ein annan heim sum goymir seg omanfyri Øksnagjógv og niðan Millum Herðurnar – Hugnaligt, vakurt, friðsalt og gott útsýnið.

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Argjahamar - Kongavarði

Tórshavn (capital area)

A short and easy hike to the cairns at Kongavarði, overlooking Tórshavn, Nólsoy and the fjords and mountains in the north.

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Syðrugøta - Ánir

Eysturoy

Along the impressive gorge Gøtugjógv to the turf store ruins under Ánadalur.

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Hvannhagi

Suðuroy

One of the most beautiful and unique natural experiences in the faroe islands

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Signabøur – Kaldbak

Streymoy

Let the alluring cairns guide you on this challenging hike. Above Kaldbak you can enjoy the picturesque view of valley with many small lakes and pools

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Øravík - Fámjin

Suðuroy

An easy route across Øraskarð and the pleasant landscape surrounding Kirkjuvatn. Includes an excellent view of the outermost point of Trongisvágsfjørð, and the magnificent Fámjinsdal.

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Runavík - Rituvík

Eysturoy

An easy and cosy trip across Innarháls, where there is much heather to appreciate throughout the walk.

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Tórshavn City-walk

Tórshavn (capital area)

A lovely walk from the city center to the edge of town.

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Naturewalk in Tórshavn

Tórshavn (capital area)

A diverse and peaceful walk along interesting sites in and around Tórshavn.

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Fuglafjørður - Hellurnar - via Altarið

Eysturoy

A pleasant walk between the magnificent mountains of Fuglafjørður along the old village path to Hellurnar

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Skálafjørður – Selatrað

Eysturoy

A nice hike up to the great plain above Skálafjørður, known for its bedrock, ponds, bogs and some of the largest cairns in the Faroe Islands

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Gøtueiði - Støðlafjall - Gøtueiði

Eysturoy

A beautiful hike with stunning views and rich history

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Tórshavn - Velbastaður

Tórshavn (capital area)

This is an easy hike that almost everyone can handle

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Saksun - Haldórsvík

Streymoy

The hike is beautiful. Walking from Haldórsvík you get beautiful views up through the gorge by the hillock Vesturyheyggjur

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Hvalvík - Leynar

Streymoy

A beautiful and peaceful hike, which takes about three and a half hours to walk without breaks

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Leynar - Kollafjørður

Streymoy

Diverse landscapes with magnificent columnar basalt as a scenic highlight

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Æðuvík – Nes

Eysturoy

An easy, beautiful and popular walk for the whole family, which leads you through the distinctive moors on the eastern arm of the fiord of Skálafjørður

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Funningur - Eiði

Eysturoy

A nice and beautiful hike on the village path between Funningur and Eiði that runs below the highest peaks in the Faroe Islands

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Funningur - Svínáir

Eysturoy

A challenging hike with beautiful views of Sundalagið, the strait between Eysturoy and Streymoy

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Funningur - Gjógv

Eysturoy

The walk between the beautiful villages of Funningur and Gjógv is wonderful, even though the path partly runs next to the main road

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Tórshavn - Syðradalur

Tórshavn (capital area)

A varied, pleasant and beautiful hike on a bridle path, passing the windmills at Flatnahagi, continuing across the dam in Havnardalur, then westward up the pass Dalsskarð before descending to the village of Syðradalur through the steep pass Sunnaraskarð, which is only passable on a dry summer day.

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Miðvágur - Vatnsoyrar

Vágar

An easy hike with varied views over the airport, the promontory Trælanípan and south to the isle of Hestur

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Hósvík - Leynavatn

Streymoy

A fascinating and very beautiful walk, highlights being a small valley, a gorge and the area around the lake Leynavatn

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Saksun - Vestmanna

Streymoy

An easy hike through the wide valleys north of Vestmanna, where the pastures stretch as far as the eye can see

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Sundshálsur - Syðradalur

Streymoy

A short, easy and very beautiful hike crossing passes, a pond and continuing down an old road that men from Norðradalur constructed in order to transport the first tractor to Syðradalur

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Norðradalur – Syðradalur

Streymoy

An exciting hike up the steep hillside between Norðradalur and Syðradalur, where you can take a break in Dalagjógv, a lovely gorge

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Klaksvík - Árnafjørður

Norðoyggjar

Enjoy the dramatic mountains in the north on this trip through Nólsoyar Páll’s outfield and the old Thing, Katlarnir

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Árnafjørður - Norðtoftir

Norðoyggjar

The hike up from Árnafjørður is lovely and peaceful. Reaching the pass Toftaskarð, a splendid view opens up to you

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Norðtoftir - Klaksvík

Norðoyggjar

A varied and challenging hike on the old village path over the mountain, where you also visit the old moot, Katlarnir, where the inhabitants of the Northern Isles used to meet in the spring

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Langasandur - Saksun

Streymoy

A nice and peaceful hike, the stretch down to Saksun being particularly beautiful

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Skála – Selatrað

Eysturoy

An easy and beautiful hike along the western arm of the fjord Skálafjørðurin

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Leirvík - Norðragøta

Eysturoy

The path up over Mt. Leirvíksfjall is as ancient as it is beautiful, with views north across the strait to the Northern Isles, over the bay Gøtuvík and toward the southern seas

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Rituvík - Lamba

Eysturoy

Enjoy the beautiful and easy route from one of the newest villages in the Faroe Islands to one of the oldest

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Funningsfjørður (Sniðsgil) - Elduvík

Eysturoy

Good views of the highest peaks in the Faroe Islands, Gráfelli and Slættaratindu

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Elduvík - Funningsfjørður

Eysturoy

An easy and pleasant walk through the beautiful valley in Elduvík

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Kvívík - Válur

Streymoy

A peaceful and easy hike on the western part of Streymoy

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Hvalvík - Kvívík

Streymoy

A beautiful, easy and tranquil walk, lasting about 3 hours, when walking continuously

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Skálafjørður – Oyri

Eysturoy

An interesting hike over the sill Eysturoyarsillin with good views and fascinating rock formations

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Húsavík - Skálavík

Sandoy

An easy, tranquil and quiet hike. The view westward through the valley toward the village of Sandur is particularly beautiful

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Oyndarfjørður - Hellurnar

Eysturoy

An easy and beautiful hike along the seashore between Hellurnar and Oyndarfjørður

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Skælingur - Norðradalur

Streymoy

A peaceful hike that passes through an area with unique rock formations in the valley Gjáarbotnur

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Kollafjørður - Skælingur

Streymoy

An easy, peaceful and beautiful hike

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Langasandur - Streymnes

Streymoy

An easy hike across the plains, highlights being the rivers, as well as the great views of the valley Saksunardalur and the strait between Streymoy and Eysturoy

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Oyrargjógv - Sørvágur

Vágar

An easy hike through the beautiful and even terrain of the isle of Vágoy, taking you over the path Sundsgøtan through a valley, crossing rivers to Sørvágur with lovely views

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Sørvágur - Slættanes

Vágar

The hike begins on the path Slættanesgøtan in Sørvágur, goes through the wide and scenic area by Fjallavatn, and continues north to Slættanes

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Leynavatn - Vestmanna

Streymoy

The hike starts in the beautiful area by the gorge at Leynavatn, where the Michelin starred restaurant KOKS is located

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Trongisvágur - Fámjin

Suðuroy

An easy but very beautiful and varied hike over the passes Oyrnaskarð and Valdaskarð

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Fámjin - Vágur

Suðuroy

A hike on the west side of Suðuroy, running through a hill, with excellent views over the beautiful mountains surrounding Fámjin with pleasant lakes in hollows

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Norðskála - Funningsfjørður

Eysturoy

A lovely hike from Norðskáli along the gorges across the pass Skálaskarð and beside the lake Hagavatn

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Fuglafjørður - Norðskála

Eysturoy

A fairly long but beautiful, interesting and varied hike

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Víkarbyrgi - Sumba

Suðuroy

A beautiful hike that takes you through tranquil and lovely scenery. Throughout the hike you will have views of the distinctive white screes of Suðuroy

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Saksun - Tjørnuvík

Streymoy

Saksun is one of the most beautiful and distinct places in the Faroe Islands. The trip to the lovely neighboring village of Tjørnuvík is an unforgettable experience

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Mikladalur - Trøllanes

Norðoyggjar

A very challenging but beautiful hike where you will see the risks people took in the past in order to live in these remote areas. This hike is only suitable to take in dry weather and if you are not afraid of heights

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Hvalvík - Vestmanna

Streymoy

On this wonderful route you see breathtaking mountains and lakes while also getting an insight into the Faroese electric power Development

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Bøur- Gásadalur

Vágar

Hike along the old village path to the beautiful village of Gásadalur, which was one of the most isolated villages in the Faroe Islands until a few years ago

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Hov - Fámjin

Suðuroy

A beautiful route across Fámjinsskarð and Mannaskarð. Gorgeous views of three large valleys make this a memorable and beautiful trip.

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Hov- Øravík

Suðuroy

After a steep and challenging walk in the beginning of the path, the rest of the journey is an easier short ascent to “Hovstúgvu” (Túgvan í Halgafelli). Finally, there is a long and enjoyable downhill walk to Øravík, which offers a good view of Trongisvágsfjørð.

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Øravík - Vágur

Suðuroy

A route through Tingstovuna, which is located above Øravík, leads to the spectacular view from Mannaskarði. From there, you can enjoy a walk across Hovsdal, to historical Vatnaryggi. Then travel across Vágsskarð, descending the breathtaking but steep slope of Hvannadalsbrekku, to a picturesque plantation where it is nice to pause and enjoy a warm drink.

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Sandavágur – Slættanes – Gásadalur

Vágar

Enjoy this adventurous route to some of the most beautiful pearls in the Faroe Islands

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Oyrareingir - Tórshavn

Streymoy

A long trip with gorgeous views, where a large portion of the route is along Oyggjarvegur.

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Múli - Skálatoftir - Strond

Norðoyggjar

Start in the magical village of Múli, north of Múlan, and hike between mighty mountains and across steep and beautiful paths to the ruined village of Skálatoftir. This trip is not recommended for those who have a fear of heights and must be done during periods of dry weather in the summer.

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Leynar - Tórshavn

Streymoy

A long, exciting, diverse trip with lovely views in which a significant portion of the walk takes place along Oyggjarvegur.

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Rituvík - Toftir

Eysturoy

An easy hike, where you will get the chance to appreciate heather and the lovely views of Toftavatn, north through Skálafjørð and south through Nólsoyarfjørð.

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Toftir - Runavík

Eysturoy

An easy and beautiful walk through the densest heather fields in the Faroe Islands.

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Skarvanes - Dalur

Sandoy

A charming hike between the southernmost villages on the island of Sandoy with good views

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Guðrunarløkur – Skarvanes

Sandoy

A peaceful and easy walk amongst wealthy women, sheep thieves and artists

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Selatrað - Oyri

Eysturoy

Easy hike along distinctive basalt columns.

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Kambsdalur – Skálafjørður

Eysturoy

Gain peace of mind and enjoy the views of Fuglafjørður and Skálafjørður on this lovely hike past Trælavatn in the mountains

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Kambsdalur - Ánir

Eysturoy

This route includes a hike across Trælavatnaskarð, where the lake, views and bird are exceptional.

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Nólsoy - Borðan

Streymoy

Follow the path across the narrow island of Nólsoy to the lighthouse

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Múli - Lambagjógv

Norðoyggjar

In the footsteps of the legendary Guttormur of Múli.

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Haraldssund - Skarð

Norðoyggjar

This awestriking route which along the coast to the ruined village of Skarð.

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Sandvík - Hvalba

Suðuroy

A nice walk on the old trail to the northernmost village of Suðuroy passing a stone memorial.

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Hvalba - Trongisvágur

Suðuroy

A remarkable and exciting journey along the steep Káragjógv and over the flat field of Hvalbiarfjall

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Guðrunarløkur - Skarvanes - Dalur

Sandoy

Follow the path through the old peat stores and visit the beautiful southernmost villages in Sandoy

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Guðrunarløkur - Húsavík - Dalur - Skarvanes - Guðrunarløkur

Sandoy

A roundtrip through the southeast part of Sandoy. Hike through historic Húsavík and Dalur and from here to the scenic views of Skarvanes.

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Skeiðsskarð - Norðadalur

Streymoy

A popular hike with breathtaking sceneries.

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Klaksvík - Klakkur

Norðoyggjar

An easy and year-round popular hike to the famous viewpoint of Klakkur

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Sandur - Søltuvík

Sandoy

Embark on an adventure in landscape filled with dramatic history. You can almost feel the witch’s breath on your neck.

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Norðoyri - Skúvadalur

Norðoyggjar

A lovely trip to the scout house in Skúvadalur among sheep, birds and historical traces.

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Skopun - Lírabergshálsur

Sandoy

Walk between hills and lakes to Lírabergsháls where you'll find magnificient views overlooking the cliffs and rock seastacks of the weatherbeaten west coast of Sandoy.

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Skálavík - Skálhøvdi - Skálavík

Sandoy

It is a beautiful and easy hike – with great views and fascinating stories

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Argir - Kirkjubøur

Tórshavn (capital area)

A quiet and beautiful walk, which includes a slight steep hike a very short distance from Torshavn. Unique and pixie-known terrain with a good view across Hestfjørð. On this route, you are likely to see ground-laying birds and hares.

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Tórshavn - Kirkjubøur

Tórshavn (capital area)

A hike along the village path, characterised by the historic site of Reynsmúlalág and views over the islands of Hestur and Koltur

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Elduvík - Funningsfjørður - Elduvík

Eysturoy

It is a relatively long and stunning roundtrip hike

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Hvalvík - Leynavatn - Hvalvík

Streymoy

A beautiful and challenging route which begins and ends in Hvalvík. On this hike you will see breath-taking mountains, lakes and valleys

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Árnafjørður - Katlarnir - Árnafjørður

Norðoyggjar

A peaceful and historic roundtrip hike which begins and ends in Árnafjørður. Experience magnificent views, the old ancient thingstead Katlarnar and the quite special village path back to Árnafjørður

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Sundshálsur - Syðradalur - Norðradalur - Sundshálsur

Streymoy

A diverse round trip, which includes the view from Sundshálsur to the pond in Reiðskarð. During this hike, you walk along the tractor path to Syðradal, along Tungulið to Norðradal; you then continue along Dalagjógv to Sunnarskarð and then back to Sundshálsur.

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Mikladal - Húsar

Norðoyggjar

A peaceful trip across five valleys with a beautiful view of mighty mountains and rock ledges.

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Akrar - Víkarbyrgi

Elduvík - Oyndarfjørður

Kirkja - Hattarvík

Gásadalur - Víkar

Suðuroy from north to south

Norðradalur – Tórshavn

Skálabotnur - Oyraskarð - Vesturdalur - Skálabotnur

Argjahamar - Kongavarði

Syðrugøta - Ánir

Hvannhagi

Signabøur – Kaldbak

Øravík - Fámjin

Runavík - Rituvík

Tórshavn City-walk

Naturewalk in Tórshavn

Fuglafjørður - Hellurnar - via Altarið

Skálafjørður – Selatrað

Gøtueiði - Støðlafjall - Gøtueiði

Tórshavn - Velbastaður

Saksun - Haldórsvík

Hvalvík - Leynar

Leynar - Kollafjørður

Æðuvík – Nes

Funningur - Eiði

Funningur - Svínáir

Funningur - Gjógv

Tórshavn - Syðradalur

Miðvágur - Vatnsoyrar

Hósvík - Leynavatn

Saksun - Vestmanna

Sundshálsur - Syðradalur

Norðradalur – Syðradalur

Klaksvík - Árnafjørður

Árnafjørður - Norðtoftir

Norðtoftir - Klaksvík

Langasandur - Saksun

Skála – Selatrað

Leirvík - Norðragøta

Rituvík - Lamba

Funningsfjørður (Sniðsgil) - Elduvík

Elduvík - Funningsfjørður

Kvívík - Válur

Hvalvík - Kvívík

Skálafjørður – Oyri

Húsavík - Skálavík

Oyndarfjørður - Hellurnar

Skælingur - Norðradalur

Kollafjørður - Skælingur

Langasandur - Streymnes

Oyrargjógv - Sørvágur

Sørvágur - Slættanes

Leynavatn - Vestmanna

Trongisvágur - Fámjin

Fámjin - Vágur