Suðuroy

The southernmost of the island, known for its beautiful landscapes. On Suðuroy there are many scenic views - a real pearl for a photo safari.

At Skúvanes - a half hour drive south from the town Vágur - and on Hesturin - along the mountain road to the village Sumba (a road tunnel is also leading to Sumba) magnificent views of bird-cliffs seen from the top will be found. The edges of the bird cliffs are just a few yards from the road. These spots are accessible for even the poorest walking persons.

The northernmost village Sandvík is a small cosy and picturesque village situated at the bottom of a shallow fjord. A narrow road to the west coast leads to an area with many particular sights and a rich life of seabirds.

Coal is mined from the seams south of the village Hvalba.

The village Fámjin is on the west coast. In the church you will find the original Faroese flag - Merkið - The flag was made in 1919, but not legally recognized until 1940.

A short (walking-) trip north from Fámjin leads to the lake Kirkjuvatn, one of those typical Faroese places, calm and quiet, where one can sit down and relax and let peace creep into one’s mind.

Just west of the towns Vágur and Hvalba, on Vágseiði and Hvalbiareiði respectively are beautiful views of the west coast and their steep bird cliffs.

Fish processing factories are in Tvøroyri, Vágur and Hvalba.

As everywhere else in The Faroe Islands, angling - both in lakes and at sea - is a very present possibility.
Tours may be planned in co-operation with the various hotels/youth hostels, or with the Tourist Information offices.

Mountain walking for inexperienced is not recommended, as the mountainsides are rather steep and with large rocks.
The island is very well suited for bus tours. The roads are passing many beautiful and interesting points.

Akraberg with lighthouse: Southernmost inhabited place in the Faroe Islands.

Hesturin along the road from Lopra to Sumba, grand view of bird cliffs.

Skúvanes south of Vágur: Grand view of bird cliffs.

Ryskidalur north-west of Vágur: Elevated area with a lake, quiet and calm with beautiful sights.

Øravík Fámjin: The road leads through a mountain pass Øraskarð with beautiful views.

Vágseiði west of Vágur.

Hvalbiareiði west of Hvalba. Both are old landing-sites for fishing boats, very beautiful and interesting.