Viðoy Island

Viðoy Island is the most northerly island in the mountainous Faroe Islands. The island is home to the much-visited village Viðareiði where you will also experience Mount Villingadalsfjall.

A causeway connects Viðoy Island to the neighbouring Borðoy Island. Across the causeway lies the village of Hvannasund, where you can catch the ferry to Fugloy Island and Svínoy Island. A mountain tunnel connects Hvannasund to the village of Viðareiði, which is an essential attraction on any roadtrip in the Faroe Islands.

Viðareiði on Viðoy Island

While the mountains of Viðoy Island are very steep, the village of Viðareiði sits in a wide isthmus which give you a wide open space with beautiful views to all sides.

The most accessible viewpoint in Viðareiði is located next to the village church. There are a handful of churches in the Faroe Islands with outstanding backdrops. This one is among the most stunning, with its epic location next to the craggy coastline. Take a look at the nearby Borðoy Island and you will see the ghost town of Múli at the foot of the sheer mountain behind it.

Mount Villingadalsfjall

Mount Villingadalsfjall is the highest mountain on the island. The mountain peaks at 841 meters (2759 feet). This makes it the third-highest mountain in the archipelago.

It requires a great effort to hike up the steep hillside from the village of Viðareiði to the summit of Mount Villingadalsfjall. The trail is marked by blue posts. Expect to hike for two hours in order to reach the top. Make sure to prepare for the ever-changing weather of the Faroe Islands before setting off on the hike.

Hiking fee: In order to climb Mount Villingadalsfjall, there is a 200 DKK fee per person. The money can be placed in the mailbox by the gate leading to the trail. This price does not include a guide.

Cape Enniberg

Behind Mount Villingadalsfjall rises the vertical sea cliff, Cape Enniberg. This is one of the highest promontories in the world, at 754 metres (2474 feet) above sea level. It’s also the northernmost point in the Faroe Islands.

Hiking to Cape Enniberg is not recommended without a guide as the area is dangerous without local knowledge of the terrain. Take a look at this hiking tour to Enniberg.

Mount Malinsfjall

Another iconic peak next to the village of Viðareiði is Mount Malinsfjall. Climbing this mountain is only for the most experienced hikers as it is very steep and there is no trail.

The iconic pyramid-like shape of Mount Malinsfjall can be seen from the village.

Viðoy Island on a Map

You can see Viðoy Island on the map of the Faroe Islands located as the most northerly island in the archipelago.

Torfinnur Jákupsson

Torfinnur Jákupsson is a renowned filmmaker and screenwriter from the Faroe Islands. Born and raised in the Faroe Islands, Jákupsson has contributed to bring the culture and landscapes of this North Atlantic archipelago to a broader audience. His most notable work is Trom, a Faroese crime drama series that premiered in 2022. Trom was the first major TV series filmed entirely in the Faroe Islands. Based on local crime novels, the series follows a journalist as he investigates a murder and uncovers environmental and political tensions within the community. Jákupsson's compelling storytelling, combined with the stark beauty of the Faroese landscape, earned Trom international acclaim. The series has been broadcasted on BBC in the UK and SBS in Australia among others. Jákupsson explore themes of isolation, identity, and the interaction between traditional and modern Faroese life, resonating with both local and global audiences. He holds a master's degree from University of Westminster in Audio Production.

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