Bøur
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Bøur is a beautiful, old, scenic little village on the west-side of Vágar, mentioned as ancient settlement in the so-called Hundabrævið (Dog-Letter) from 1350 -1400 AD, but is probably older.
Bøur has a magnificent view over the sea and the islet Tindhólmur with its five castle-like peaks. The village has charming old wooden houses bunched together with narrow lanes between them and a traditional church from 1865.
If you choose to take a drive or walk from the village of Sørvágur to Bøur, you will experience the most beautiful view ever imagined. You’ll have Tindhólmur and Mykines in front of you all the way to Bøur.
Arriving in Bøur, you will see a small village with only 72 inhabitants (Dated 2023). The village still has farming as main income, and you will discover that Bøur is urging to take care of its old buildings.
From Bøur it is possible to walk to the village of Gásadalur on the old postmans route.
Places in and nearby Bøur
The Church of Bøur
Built in 1865.
Vágar
Pakkhúsið í Bø
Old warehouse building from 1861. Ideal venue for group bookings.
Vágar
The View
Cozy cottages in the picturesque village of Bøur.
Vágar
Vatnsdalsvatn Lake
Vatnsdalsvatn is the 3rd largest lake on Vágar.
Vágar
Tindhólmur - Islet
Tindhólmur is an islet west of Vágar. The view of the small island is spectacular and rare.
Vágar
Drangarnir - the sea stacks
One of the most unique sights in the Faroe Islands are “Drangarnir”
Vágar
Bluegate
Get ready for an unforgettable boat trip where you can experience the breathtaking Faroe Islands from sea.
Vágar
Bøur Playground
Playground in the picturesque village of Bøur
Vágar
