Country's codes
International phone code for Faroe Islands: +298
3 letters: FRO
2 letters (internet domain): .FO
Digital country code 234
Standard EAN-13 (country barcode): 570-579
Olympic country code: FRO
🇫🇴 Faroe Islands Travel Guide
The Faroe Islands offer a raw, untouched beauty unlike anywhere else on Earth. From the iconic Múlafossur waterfall to the bird-cliffs of Mykines, it is a destination for those seeking solitude, epic landscapes, and a deep connection with the North Atlantic elements.
Top Attractions in the Faroe Islands
🌊 Múlafossur Waterfall, Gásadalur
The most famous sight in the islands: a powerful waterfall plunging directly into the ocean with a backdrop of a tiny mountain village.
🛶 Sørvágsvatn (Lake above the Ocean)
A stunning optical illusion where the largest lake in the Faroe Islands appears to sit hundreds of feet directly above the sea.
🐧 Mykines Bird Island
The westernmost island and a summer haven for thousands of Atlantic puffins nesting along the rugged grassy cliffs.
🚢 Vestmanna Bird Cliffs
Take a boat trip through narrow sounds and deep caves to see towering rock walls teeming with thousands of seabirds.
Best Places to Visit
- 🏙️ Tórshavn – One of the world’s smallest and most charming capitals with a historic old town (Tinganes).
- 🏘️ Gjógv – A picturesque village known for its 200-meter long sea-filled gorge and scenic hiking.
- ⛰️ Kalsoy – Home to the famous Kallur Lighthouse and dramatic mountain ridges.
- 🌊 Saksun – A remote village set in a natural circular amphitheater above a tidal lagoon.
- 🎨 Klaksvík – The second-largest town, nestled between soaring peaks and a busy fishing harbor.
Things to Do in Faroe Islands
- Hike to the Kallur Lighthouse for panoramic views of the northern islands.
- Explore the turf-roofed houses of Tinganes in the heart of Tórshavn.
- Take a helicopter ride (subsidized by the government) for a unique view of the archipelago.
- Taste "Ræst" – traditional Faroese fermented meat and fish.
- Drive the "Buttercup Routes" – specially designated scenic roads across the islands.
Travel Tips for Visitors
- 🌦️ Weather changes every 5 minutes. Pack layers and high-quality waterproof gear.
- 🥾 Many hiking trails are on private land and require a hiking fee paid online or at the trailhead.
- 💳 The Faroe Islands are virtually cashless; credit and debit cards are accepted everywhere.
- 🐑 Watch out for sheep! They have the right of way on all roads and are everywhere.
📌 Useful Country Information
Quick Facts
Total area: 540 sq mi (1,399 sq km)
Population (2024 est.): ~54,500
Capital: Tórshavn (~14,000)
🇫🇴 Tórshavn: Capital City Profile
Other major towns: Klaksvík, Runavík, Tvøroyri
Currency: Faroese Króna / Danish Krone (DKK)
National name: Føroyar
Language: Faroese (official), Danish (official)
Ethnicity/race: Faroese 86.9%, Danes 7.3%, Greenlanders 0.4%, Other 5.4%
Religions: Christianity 89.3% (predominantly Evangelical Lutheran), Other/None 10.7%
National Holiday: July 29, Ólavsøka (Saint Olaf's Day).
Background
🚢 For centuries, the economy was based entirely on wool and fishing. Today, the islands boast a modern society with a sophisticated fishing and aquaculture industry.
🌿 The Faroese Parliament, the Løgting, is one of the oldest in the world, dating back over 1,000 years to the Viking era.
🇩🇰 While the islands are part of the Kingdom of Denmark, they are not part of the European Union, managing their own fishing quotas and trade agreements.
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