Driving on the Faroe Islands: 10 tips that you get going

Driving on the Faroe Islands: 10 tips that you get going

An overview of driving on the Faroe Islands, from navigation through single -track tunnels to dodging in front of sheep flocks

With ghostly underwater tunnels, dramatic falls and 70,000 sheep, which you have to avoid, it is no wonder that driving on the Faroe Islands deter some people.

However, there are only a few places that are better suited for a road trip. These wild, salted islands with sea salt offer breathtaking views behind every curve and driving is a pleasure.

The streets are in excellent condition and the islands are well connected by bridges, tunnels and occasional ferries.

We spent four days by car in the Faroe Islands and found it completely stress-free. That means there are some things to consider. Here are 10 tips for starting.

Speed ​​limitation: 50 km/h in town, 80 km/h on main roads. Street side: right

1. Go through the security check at the airport as soon as possible

If you have rented a car at 62 ° N, try to get out of the plane as soon as possible and get through the security control. It is likely that many other passengers are also on 62 ° N and that queues can quickly form.

old = "the Faroe Islands are well connected"Andrei Zveaghinev/ShutterstockThe Faroe Islands are perfect for a road trip

Leave the airport and turn left. The office 62 ° N is only a few meters away. Ask for a paper card and portable WiFi if you have to be online (at an additional cost).

It is worth noting that our car was not in the designated parking lot, so it took a while to find it. If the same thing happens to you, you may want to return to the office.

2. You don't need 4 × 4

Driving on the Faroe Islands is relatively simple and the streets are in excellent condition. In this sense, you don't need 4 × 4.

We only drove "off -road" once: for two minutes on a gravel road to the parking lot on the See Sørvágsvatn. Overall, the journey went smoothly and given the fact that rental cars are so expensive here, it makes sense to choose a cheaper model.

Alt = "Driving on the Faroe Islands is a pleasure"Yannik Photography/ShutterstockThe Faroe Islands are well connected

The streets are generally free and you may be encouraged to find out that there are only three traffic lights on the entire Faroe Islands, all of which are in the capital Tórshavn.

3. Always leave your light on

The Faroe Islands are famous for changeable weather. Light sunlight passes in the dark in a few minutes, while the famous Faranian fog will thwart her best plans.

The weather is one of the main reasons why drivers always have to start the light. This is particularly important if you drive into a tunnel.

4. Navigate in Faranian tunnels

The tunnels on the Faroe Islands are a force in themselves. Dark, imposing and oh so quiet, you feel extremely scary.

There are two underwater tunnels on the Faroe Islands: one connects Vágar with Streymoy and the other Eysturoy with Borðoy. The street leads down under the ocean and climbs again when they approach the country. Just don't think too much about the water upstairs!

Alt = "a single -track tunnel while driving on the Faroe Islands"Winston Springwater/ShutterstockAn uncanny single -lane tunnel

Some tunnels are single -lane. The applicable laws are as follows:

• Enter this tunnel slowly and vigilant.
• There are soft every 100 meters. If the junction is on your right, drive in and give room for oncoming traffic.
• If you come across a truck, you have to drive into the soft, whether left or right of yours.
• A driver who drives down a hill must turn into a soft and grant the car on the right of way that drives up the hill.
• Always confirm a driver who has stopped to let her pass.

5. Cit toll fees

You have to pay a toll to use the underwater tunnel (100 DKK / 15 USD for a return trip). The easiest way is to ask your car rental company to add a one -time fee to your contract, which enables the toll roads to be used (300 DK / 45 USD). Alternatively, you can have your car added a “toll chip” that monitors your stem use. You can then pay the fee when returning the car.

6. Parking is not a problem

The best activities on the Faroe Islands offer free parking spaces nearby. The only place where we had difficulty was the capital Tórshavn. There we used the free parking lot Parkeringsøð á Skálatrøð, which was occasionally full, but we usually found a place by circling once or twice.

Alt = "Free parking spaces are available in the capital Tórshavn"Atlas & BootsFree parking spaces are available in the capital Tórshavn

7. Do not linger in soft

If you drive on the Faroe Islands, you will come by some exquisite prospects so that you will often be tried to stop. This is okay if there is room for more than one car and you don't linger too long. You will find that the Färingen tourists are deeply positioned. Let's make sure that it stays that way!

8. Be careful in front of the sheep

There are 70,000 sheep on the Faroe Islands, which means that they will often see them on the side of the road and on the street itself. Occasionally you can be shy and scurry in front of your car. When you see them, drive more slowly and give them a lot of space.

Alt = "There are 70,000 sheep on the Faroe Islands"Polhansen/ShutterstockThere are 70,000 sheep on the Faroe Islands

It goes without saying that you should always adhere to the speed limit (50 km/h in town, 80 km/h on country roads).

9. Find your ferry

Although the Faroe Islands are generally well connected, some of the distant islands can only be reached by ferry.

For the ferry to Mykines you can go to Port Sørvágur and leave your car in the parking lot. When you get to the port, look for a blue sign with the inscription "Mykines" and follow it to the departure point behind the Effo petrol station.

Alt = "Parrot divers relax on Mykines, Faroe Islands"Atlas & BootsTake a ferry to see parrot divers in Mykines

For the ferry to Kalsoy you have to take your car on the ferry. Make sure that you arrive early and note that you are happy to pack the cars closely!

10. Offline-google maps

In addition to a paper card, it is worthwhile to download a Google card on your phone to access it offline. The built -in navigation system of our vehicle was not as good as Google, so we were happy to have an alternative.

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Driving on the Faroe Islands: The most important

What: driving on the Faroe Islands.

Where: We stayed 1 km from the city center in The Old Millar House, a charming house. The cottage is warm and cozy with a traditional peat roof and access to a grotto -like garden. Click here to get a discount on your first stay at Airbnb, or find an alternative accommodation via Booking.com.

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When: The best time to travel for the Faroe Islands is from May to September. The late spring brings long days (perfect for hiking), wildflowers and of course parrot divers. From mid -June to mid -August, the parrot divers flock to nesting. You will probably see some for two weeks on both sides.

Like: We rented a car at 62 ° N Car Rental. Driving on the Faroe Islands is uncomplicated, the streets are in good condition, easy to navigate and rarely drive up. There are free parking spaces at all important sights.

We flown to the Faroe Islands with Atlantic Airways. Book flights via Skyscanner.

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Cover picture: Yannik Photography/Shutterstock

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