Sandoy Travel Guide

Sandoy is a beautiful yet sparsely populated and little visited part of the Faroe Islands. Here you will experience the serenity of the landscapes and a laid-back village life.

The island Sandoy alludes to sand from the large beach of Sandur. Many of the villages have been inhabited since the Viking era.

The island is essentially flat landscape and green countryside. You will experience lush green valleys when drive next to peaceful lakes and through small villages. The highest mountain Tindur elevates 479 metres (1542 feet) above ocean level.

Sandoy will give you solitude and contemplation. In order to get to Sandoy, you will drive through the subterranean road tunnel Sandoyartunnilin from Streymoy Island. The tunnel is 10.8 km (6.7 miles) long. Sandoy is a surprising contrast to the looming sea cliffs and steep mountainous passes that you see most other places in the Faroe Islands.

The Sandoyartunnilin Tunnel

The Sandoyartunnilin tunnel is the passageway to Streymoy Island. This subsea marvel gives you seamless access to Sandoy Island.

Sandoyartunnilin is an engineering triumph that enables seamless travel between two of the Faroe Islands. Opened on 21st December 2023, the tunnel facilitates faster and more convenient transportation, reducing travel time significantly compared to the ferry route.

As travellers delve into the depths of the Sandoyartunnilin, they are treated to an awe-inspiring journey beneath the North Atlantic. The tunnel plunges beneath the ocean’s surface, revealing a captivating underwater world with art installations by local artist Edward Fuglø. Illuminated by artificial lighting, the journey through the tunnel becomes an experience in itself, creating a unique blend of natural wonder and human innovation.