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