Sørvágur
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The village Sørvágur has about 1.150 inhabitants. The village is considered one of the oldest settlements on the Faroe Islands. During the preparation to build the schools gymnastics hall they came across an old Viking settlement built during the first 100-150 years after the Faroese Landnám in 825.
During World War II Sørvágur was home to the British Royal Engineers, who lived at Uppi á Mýruni. They built the main infrastructure in Sørvágur including Vágar Airport, the harbour in Sørvágur, the road to the harbour called Niðaraveg with the stone wall facing the fiord and several bridges. To accomplish this they had to move entire houses to other locations.
The village is also the gateway to Mykines, which is a very popular destination.
Places in and nearby Sørvágur
The Church of Sørvágur
The Sørvágur church was constructed in the traditional Faroese style dating back to 1886
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Drangarnir - the sea stacks
One of the most unique sights in the Faroe Islands are “Drangarnir”
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Tindhólmur - Islet
Tindhólmur is an islet west of Vágar. The view of the small island is spectacular and rare.
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Lake Sørvágsvatn/Leitisvatn
The lake has been dubbed "the lake above the ocean" as the view from a particular angle functions as an optical illusion.
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Dunnesdrangar
Dunnesdrangar is two sea stacks west of Vágar island. Here, you can embark on a majestic hike; please note that it requires a guide to go
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Hotel Vágar
The hotel is just a short 5-minute walk from the airport
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Cottages by the Sea
By the marina in Sørvágur you will find Cottages by the Sea with an exquisite location and a high standard.
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The War Museum
The years that changed the island!
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Sørvágur Village Museum
Sørvágur Village Museum displays historical artifacts and items.
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Experience Vágar from above (Atlantic Airways)
Take a tour with the helicopter and see the Faroe Islands from above
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Mykines.fo
Sailing the public daily connection between Sørvágur and the island of Mykines.
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Bluegate
Get ready for an unforgettable boat trip!
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SeaTravel
Experience the islands' best view from the sea!
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Country Festival
It is the only Faroese festival devoted to the musical genres of country and blues.
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The Old School in Sørvágur
This venue is suitable for concerts, lectures and courses etc.
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Pollastova
Café and restaurant in Sørvágur
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Café Zorva
Local café and restaurant close to the airport in Sørvágur
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Bakkastøðin, Sørvágur
Bakkastøðin gas station is located near to the harbour of Sørvágur
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Atlantic Airways
The national airline carrier of the Faroe Islands.
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Løðuhandilin, Sørvágur
Løðuhandilin is a paint store in the heart of Sørvágur
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Luksusdjór, Sørvágur
Store selling feed, toys and accessories for animals and more.
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Salong Ruby
Hairdressing saloon in Sørvágur
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Ursmiðjan, Sørvágur
Buy jewellery, watches, glasses and more.
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Handilsvirkið Niclasen, Sørvágur
Timber business and shop located by the harbour in Sørvágur
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Á, Sørvágur
Grocery store in the heart of Sørvágur
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Sørvágur Playground á Stakka
Playground in the heart of the village Sørvágur
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Húsmøðrafelagshúsið
Assembly house in the village of Sørvágur.
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Libanon
Libanon is the nonconformist chapel in Sørvágur
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Kedron Evangelical Church
Kedron is the Evangelical Church in Sørvágur.
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Airport information
Information desk and sale of selected Faroese designs
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Vagar Airport
The airport of the Faroe Islands is located on the island of Vágar and serves as the main gateway for visitors to the archipelago.
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