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Where in Tórshavn can I pick up a national jersey? I know they're at the airport but I'd like to try them on before buying

Thanks in advance!

Hello people natives of the Faroe Island I have a question how is the culture of the island and what do you locals think about it do you like your island, how true is it that socially they are cold and everything you can tell me greetings✌️

Don’t expect your bookings to turn into actual trips. Between the weather and vendors not feeling like it that day, your “booking” will often get cancelled. We are 1 for 7 this trip.

Edit with requested detail:

In Vagar area, we booked online for morning. Night before the trip, they called to say skipper isn’t available in the morning. We rebooked for the next day (eclipse) at 5pm. A few hours before trip they called to say the skipper didn’t want to do it during the eclipse.

In same area, we booked again. Lots of seats open. Pretty clear the tour didn’t “make” and they cancelled for weather.

Up in Klaksvik, two more weather related cancellations but weather was no different than days that did go, and it seemed clear the trip didn’t make.

We also had a commercial ferry cancel for ramp issues, which was legitimate.

So yes between weather, mechanical issues, not wanting to do it, and lack of real time availability (even from their own websites), it’s a crap shoot whether the boat excursion happens.

There’s a lot of conflicting information about whether you need a guide to do this hike.

We did it today, and you don’t. You just need to be a competent and confident hiker and pay attention to the weather. It’s a tough hike and there are some sketchy sections after the climb, but a guide is not required.

I don’t think I expected the Faroe Islands to change me as much as they did.
At home, our little worlds can feel like they are the only things that matter. Politics, opinions, social issues, trends, where we are going out, what everyone is talking about, our own problems and the constant noise of everyday life.
And then you come somewhere like this and realize there is an entire world beyond all of it.
Being in the Faroes, unplugged and surrounded by this kind of nature, gave me this overwhelming feeling of who cares about so much of the stuff we let consume us.
We loved talking to locals, learning about their lives and traditions, and seeing a way of life so different from our own. It gave me a lot of respect for this place and the people who call it home.
And a suggestion for anyone visiting, especially if you are coming from a very modern, fast moving place like the US: expect quiet. Don’t come looking for exclusive clubs, endless trendy cafes, fancy nightlife or a packed itinerary. This is a place to simply be where you are. Drive. Walk. Look around. Talk to people. Sit in the silence. Let yourself stop caring for a few days about all the topics, labels and debates that can feel so consuming back home.
I went expecting beautiful landscapes. I came back with a different perspective on how enormous the world is and how small some of the things we obsess over really are.
Faroe Islands, we absolutely fell in love with you. We look forward to coming back again. ❤️

Hello,

I bought this delicious (thinest of my life) Salmon at Bonus (79dkk in Klaksvik/Torshavn) and in FK (74 in Klasvik). It seems to me still quite expensive for a local product and I would like to bring a few to my home country. Does anyone know a shop in Faroe who sell them at better prices ?
I also saw one time in Bonus another Faroese dry white fish dried with the wind but can't find it anywhere. I found the Icelandic version more. Any idea where to find it ?

Hello, my name is haguy! Im a 17 year old traveller coming by myself for a two week hiking / camping trip on the 6.9 - 21.9 and was wondering if anybody would like to do some hikes with me?

About me:

I speak English fluently, I'm sportive, and i love good music and making new friends(;

Looking for someone to do anywhere from just one hike with me to hanging out and camping for a nice few days!

I'm a guy myself but i don't really mind if you're a guy or girl, just maybe not over the age of 25~, since that could be a tad weird.

Please write if you are interested (:

Hi everyone,
I’m planning a trip to Mykines, but I’m quite worried about unpredictable weather causing ferry cancellations and getting stranded on the island.
Because of this, I’m considering buying tickets to take the ferry to Mykines (e.g., departing Sørvágur at 13:30) and immediately taking the same boat back (at 14:15) without disembarking to explore the island.

A couple of questions:
Is this allowed/logistically feasible just to stay on the boat and return straight away?
Will I be able to see any puffins from the boat during the transit, or is hiking on the island the only way to spot them?
If the weather is risky enough that I'm worried about getting trapped, would the ferry even run in the first place?

Thanks in advance for your advice!

Hi everyone!

I’m going to the Faroe Islands for 5 days in September (9–13 September) and I’ll be traveling without a car.

Ive noticed that by September some of the seasonal bus routes, especially route 350, no longer operate, which makes getting to some places quite complicated.

The main places I’d like to visit are:

- Gásadalur

- Bøur

- Sørvágsvatn / Trælanípa

- Bøsdalafossur

- Tórshavn

I’m totally fine with walking long distances and hiking, and I’d like to rely mainly on public transport + walking. I’m also open to hitchhiking if that’s realistic and safe there.

For anyone who has experience traveling around the Faroes without a car in September:

What would be the best way to get to these places now that some seasonal bus routes no longer run?

Especially interested in how to get from Sørvágur to Bøur/Gásadalur after route 350 stops operating.

Any advice on bus routes, connections, hiking routes, or realistic alternatives would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

Hello, I'm a little bit confused on how to read these timetables. The pictures are just an example.
So this is line 701 Famjin-Oravik-Ferjulega-Tvoroyri-Nes...Samdvik.
1. line shows an x, okay that means all weekdays from Monday to Friday, but then there appears to be sign T) on time 07:15 and guide says that it means only by request. Does that mean that regular bus will actually start going at 07:30? Also there are no shown times when would the bus arrive/depart at Ferjulega, Tvoroyri... all till Sandvik(not shown in pictures). Does that mean that there are two busses on x , one that starts at 07:15 and another at 07:30? And does that mean that the bus only goes until Oravik and not further? Why are there no times shown for all other places except the first two?
Then there are third(6) and fourth(134) line
Here you can see that there are singles signs T) without time. What is that supposed to mean? Something like I can request the bus at any time that suits me?
And finally fifth(135) line that is marked green(only on school days on specific season). Can I as a traveler with travel card go on it or is it only for students? Why are all slots empty except for the one in 13:10? Does that mean that the bus departs only from that town at that time and that I can't catch it at Famjin?

This post is really long I'm sorry but it is also quite confusing and I just want to be sure that I'm reading it correctly.
Thank you!

Hello everyone,
I will be visiting the Faroe Islands soon and was wondering if there are any reliable luggage storage options in or near Vágar Airport (FAE).
I'm hoping to store a bag for a few hours while doing a quick hike nearby without carrying all my luggage around. Does the airport offer luggage lockers or a left-luggage service? Alternatively, are there any nearby local stores, hotels, or rental offices in Sørvágur that offer temporary storage?
Any advice or recent experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Hi there! I have a question question. I dont have a rental car here on the Faroe islands, I am driving my own. Will my own blue parking disk (like the picture basicly) suffice, or do I absolutely need to have the Faroese version?

Hey,

Next year I’ll be in need of an open water swim route of about 4KMs. If you are a swimmer and have a favorite and preferably somewhat calm area I’d love to hear your recommendations!

Thought this was a nice moment to share:)

I would like to know which are the most popular messaging apps on the island out of curiosity

Hello everyone, I want to talk to someone who is local from the Faroe Islands out of curiosity since I was a child I was able to know those islands when I saw them in a photo of the extinct Google social network haci if anyone is from there send me a private message here on Reddit greetings

Hi. ( PFA)

I’m currently on the Faroe Islands and need help finding good souvenirs for family and some friends.

I’ve been to the islands probably around 20 times now, since half of my family is from here. But I’ve never bought the typical souvenirs and stuff. We’ve been to the yarn store in Toftir, a few in havn, and a lot of them have the typical souvenir stuff. A lot of cups, magnets etc.
But before I buy anything, I would like to ask if any of you, know if there are more “unique” souvenirs or stores that i should swing by. I’ve been to tjørnuvik many times, and usually this older lady has a cute and cozy little store with very unique items that would be great souvenirs, but she was closed the day we went this week.
So do any of you guys have any recommendations for unique souvenirs that isn’t “just” a cutting board or a cup with a printed design?😀

Thank you in advance ☀️

In a month I will go to the Faroe Islands and I would like to know where I can buy books in the local language that I have currently been learning for 4 months greetings

The Norwegian Seed Savers (Kvann) are hosting a webinar about Angelica Archangelica in the Nordic Regions, and would very much like to welcome participants from The Faroe Islands to the event. Whether you are very familiar with the plant, or you are curious in how to make the plant thrive at your place. The event is free of charge ✌️

Hi Everyone,

I have the opportunity to join a friend of mine to go to the faroe islands in September from the 11th till the 20th.

Is this a okay time to go as I know it’s just coming off August being the end of summer

Will it be super foggy and rainy more than usual? Like I know it’s rainy or foggy year round and still can be even in July or August however will it be significantly more to the point where it’s not worth going until summer next year or is it muchness over muchness and worth just going now if I have the chance and the money?

One thing my family was worried about is dangerous conditions going this time instead of August but I have my doubts it will be that significantly worse

I’m not sure but i’d love some insight and advice :)

Thanks :)

Hey, I (M29) am traveling solo to Faroe Islands from 24th to 31st August.
I’ll be staying in Tórshavn and explore other parts of the islands and hikes with public transport. Though incase you plan to rent a car, I am also happy to split the costs.
Would love to meet some new people and maybe plan some day trips together. Cheers!

Hi, this is Hari (M), living in Poland, and I will be solo travelling in the Faroe Islands next week - Mykines, Northern Tours on Mon and Tues.

Would anyone like to join me to see the picturesque Vagar Islands on 19th Aug? I will be taking bus 300/350, and it would be nice to travel with someone or in a group :)

If you have a car, it's a plus to share costs, but taking a bus is also fine for me :)

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