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Langasandur - Streymnes
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An easy hike across the plains, highlights being the rivers, as well as the great views of the valley Saksunardalur and the strait between Streymoy and Eysturoy
Having ascended from Langasandur, go first south along Ryssheiðar and Slættin, a beautiful and pleasant plain just above Langasandur. From there, go straight up the hillside StÃgarnir. This stretch is somewhat strenuous but is grass-covered and good to walk. The rest of the hike is easy.
In Langasandshagi, first cross the beautiful river Norðara Gjánagjógvará, then continue on the plain for just over a kilometre until you reach the pass Streymneshálsur. From there, descend into the valley Saksunardalur, where you, for the most part, walk along the pleasant river Streymnesá and the steep area by the waterfalls called Streymnesfossar.
When you have descended to level ground, go across Dalá, a beautiful river, where you will reach the main road. In summertime, when it is dry, it is fairly easy to cross the river if you have normal hiking boots. However, the rocks in the river may be slippery. If it is rainy, the river swells, making it necessary to wade through it. Another option is to walk about 800 metres up the river, where a bridge crosses it.
Few people take this hike, making it a peaceful walk. The views over the strait between Streymoy and Eysturoy, the valley Saksunardalur and the surrounding mountains is both beautiful and varied.
When crossing Dalá, look for the best place to cross. Weather permitting, it is possible to walk from the corner of the tributary between Dalá and Streymnesá, going a few metres down along the tributary and then straight across – as the gpx-file also shows.
Langasandur - Streymnes
Public transport
There is no bus-stop in Langasandur. The closest bus-stop is in Oyrabakki, which is a bus-stop for a few routes, incl. Tórshavn.
Arriving by car
Parking, Langasandur
Parking is available at the end of the road Rættargøta. Walk through the sheep pen and through an opening in the fence just outside the pen. (see the photo)
Streymnes - Langasandur
Public transport
Route 450 stops in HvalvÃk (next to Streymnes)
Arriving by car
The path begins in the valley Saksunardalur, about 3.8 km from the bus stop in HvalvÃk.
A fairly big parking lot is close by. From there, cross the river Dalá and follow the river Streymnesá. (see the photos)
Langasandur - Streymnes
Streymnes - Langasandur
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