With an abundance of majestic routes to choose from, it is simply up to each individual where the first step starts. You’ll find that once you get off the beaten path on foot, the mountains and valleys will open up for you in marvellous and unexpected ways.

The Faroe Islands feel like a haunting melody from another time, a myth whispered by the wind"”

 Chloe Berge, Reader's Digest, 2022

Always have a plan B

While the benefits of hiking can be endless, if you are not prepared it may limit the full potential of said route. Thus we recommend you go through our list of necessities before embarking on your hike. Having a local guide will enhance your experience by providing a deeper understanding of hiking in the Faroe Islands and sharing insightful stories from both present and historical local communities.

Safety Guidelines

We have produced a ‘safe travel’ leaflet that provides important information about how to travel in the Faroe Islands. On the back page, you can fill out the information about where you plan to hike and when you expect to return. Leave the leaflet under your car's windshield or at your accommodation. That way, someone can notify relevant authorities should you not have returned by the time you have stated. The leaflet can be downloaded or picked up at regional information centres, car hires, on the Smyril Line ferry, and at Vágar Airport, among other places.

Final things to consider

Hiking Restrictions

A few hiking routes in the Faroe Islands have implemented restrictions regarding access to the area and now require payment for walking in that location. Please check if the route you are planning on hiking requires you to book a local guide or to pay a fee. An overview of these locations can be found here.

Hiking Guidance

Keep informed about seasonal farming and hunting activities by getting in touch with regional information centres.

Hare-Hunting Season

Please note that the hare-hunting season runs annually from 2 Nov to 31 December. Most people choose to hunt hares on Saturdays, but it is their right to hunt all days except Sunday. Hunting takes place in the mountains all across the country. We advise you to take extra caution when hiking during this season. You should always stay informed about seasonal farming and hunting activities. Contact the regional information centre in the respected area, for more information on which areas to avoid during this season.

Looking for a local guide?

A local guide will enhance your experience by providing a deeper understanding of hiking in the Faroe Islands and sharing insightful stories from present and historical local communities.