Experiences

Bike rides

Faroe Islands on a bicycle

First we have suggestions to routes, that don’t have high demands. Then we have the mountain rutes that require a certain level of stamina. The last one is the long route, where there is a lot to see and experience, but without any overexertion.

The routes have been made so that the traffic interferes as little as possible. Some routes go through tunnels. If you are not accustumed to cycling in tunnels, you should consider taking the bus or choose an alternative route.

You will see and experience the beautiful nature, ever changing weather and an abundant of wildlife. Enjoy the view as you move around the countryside, and suck in the unforgettable memories that you will home with you.

To get the most out of your trip, there are some things you should take into consideration:

  • It is not allowed to cycle in the outfield or cairn paths.
  • There are no bike paths – you are close to the cars.
  • Cattle grids in the roadway should be crossed with care.
  • Make sure you have enough air in the tires.
  • The weather is both changeable and locally. Add your route so has the wind in the back on the way home. Please check the hotel or tourist information.
  • Be well dressed. Helmet, goggles and gloves are recommended.
  • The sheep roam freely. Beware when they are at the roadside
  • Nature is vulnerable.
  • Show respect.

Difficulty

1  Only out by the the coast.
Only in exceptional cases exceeded 30 meters in heigth.

2  A few hills on the route.
Height doesn’t exceed 150 meters.

3  There is haul uphill and steep downhill.
The route is located in 300-400 meters heigth.

4  There is haul uphill and steep downhill.
The route is located in 400-500 meters heigth.

Tórshavn – Kaldbak

Tórshavn - Kaldbak
Start: Bus terminal in Tórshavn
Distance: 35 km
Cycling time: 3 hours
Difficulty: 1 - see intro
Route: Two ways
Scenery: Tórshavn, Tangafjørður, Kaldbaksfjørður, Nólsoy, Eysturoy

Tórshavn – Saksun

Tórshavn - Saksun
Start: Bus terminal in Tórshavn
Distance: 95 km
Cycling time: 10 hours
Difficulty: 2 - see intro
Route: Two ways
Scenery: Tórshavn, Kalbaksfjørður, Kollafjørður, Sundalagið, Selatrað, Saksunardalur, Saksun

Tórshavn – Vestmanna

Tórshavn - Vestmanna
Start: Bus terminal in Tórshavn
Distance: 80 km
Cycling time: 10 hours
Difficulty: 4 - see intro
Route: Two ways
Scenery: Tórshavn, Kalbaksfjørður, Kvívík, Høgaregn, Vestmannasund

Skálafjørður – Selatrað

Skálafjørður - Selatrað
Start: Petrol station in Skálafjørður
Distance: 45 km
Cycling time: 4 hours
Difficulty: 1 - see intro
Route: Two ways
Scenery: Skálafjørður, Tangafjørður, Streymoy, Nólsoy

Klaksvík – Haraldssund/Kunoy

Klaksvík - Haraldssund/Kunoy
Start: Ferry harbor in Klaksvík
Distance: 20 km
Cycling time: 2 hours
Difficulty: 1 - see intro
Route: Two ways
Scenery: Borðoy, Kunoy, Haraldssund, Kalsoy

Norðdepil – Viðareiði

Norðdepil - Viðareiði
Start: Bus stop in Norðdepil
Distance: 20 km
Cycling time: 2-3 hours
Difficulty: 1 - see intro
Route: Two ways
Scenery: Múli, Borðoy, Kunoy, Klasoy, Fugloy, Svínoy

Skálafjørður – Toftir – Agnið

Skálafjørður - Toftir - Agnið
Start: Petrol station in Skálafjørður
Distance: 40 km
Cycling time: 4 hours
Difficulty: 1 - see intro
Route: Two ways
Scenery: Skálafjørður, Runavík, Toftavatn, Nólosy, Streymoy

Tórshavn – Kirkjubøur/Syðradalur

Tórshavn - Kirkjubøur/Syðradalur
Start: Bus terminal in Tórshavn
Distance: 28 km/36 km
Cycling time: 2.5 hours /4 hours
Difficulty: 2 - see intro
Route: Round trip
Scenery: Tórshavn, Velbastaður, Hestur, Koltur

Skálafjørður – Leirvík/Fuglafjørður

Skálafjørður - Leirvík/Fuglafjørður
Start: Petrolstation in Skálafjørður
Distance: 30/42 km
Cycling time: 4 hours
Difficulty: 3 - see intro
Route: Roundtrip
Scenery: Skálafjørður, Gøtueiði, Gøtuvík, Leirvík, Norðoggjar

Bøur – Tórshavn

Bøur - Tórshavn
Start: Bøur
Distance: 53 km
Cycling time: 5 hours
Difficulty: 4 - see intro
Route: One way
Scenery: Bøur, Vatnsoyrar, Leitisvatn/Sørvágsvatn, Midvágur, Sandavágur, Leynar, Kollafjørður, Kalbaksfjørður

Tórshavn – Sandur

Tórshavn - Sandur
Start: Skopun
Distance: 44 km (to Dalur)
Cycling time: 4 hours
Difficulty: 4 - see intro
Route: Return via same route
Scenery: Skopunarfjørður, Skúvoy, Sandsvatn, Sandur, Húsavík, Dalur, Skopun, Skálavík, Skarvanes

Drelnes – Fámjin

Drelnes - Fámjin
Start: Ferry harbor on Drelnes
Road length: 25 km
Cycling time: 3 hours
Difficulty: 3 - see intro
Route: Roundtrip
Scenery: Trongisvágsfjørður, Øravík, Fámjin

Tórshavn – Oyggjarvegur – Kollafjørður – Tórshavn

Tórshavn - Oyggjarvegur - Kollafjørður - Tórshavn
Start: Busterminal in Tórshavn
Road length: 40 km
Cycling time: 5 hours
Difficulty: 4 - see intro
Route: Roundtrip
Scenery: Tórshavn, Nólsoy, Mjørkadalur, Kollafjørður, Kaldbaksfjørður, Eysturoy

Oyrarbakki – Gjógv

Oyrarbakki - Gjógv
Start: Gas station at Oyrarbakki
Road length: 55 km
Cycling time: 8 hours
Difficulty: 4 - see intro
Route: Two ways
Scenery: Sundalagið, Eiði, Risin og Kellingin, Slættaratindur, Norðoyggjar, Gjógv

Drelnes – Sumba

Drelnes - Sumba
Start: Ferry harbor on Drelnes
Distance: 80 km
Cycling time: 8 hours
Difficulty: 4 - see intro
Route: Two ways
Scenery: Trongisvágsfjørður, Øravík, Tjaldavík, Hov, Vágsfjørður, Hestur, Sumba