Suðuroy Essentials

Suðuroy, the southernmost island of the Faroes, is characterized by dramatic west coast cliffs and significant historical landmarks. Key sites include the 469-meter Beinisvørð sea cliff and the Akraberg lighthouse at the island's southern tip. The village of Fámjin houses the original Faroese flag, while Froðba features rare curved basalt columns. The island's maritime heritage is reflected in its traditional wooden churches, such as those in Porkeri and Tvøroyri, and the rugged historical fishing harbors of Hvalbiareiði and Norðbergseiði.

Beinisvørð

Beinisvørð is a 469 metres high sea cliff in Suðuroy, Faroe Islands, the highest sea cliff in Suðuroy.

Lake Kirkjuvatn

Kirkjuvatn is a lake in Suðuroy, Faroe Islands. The lake is located just north of the village of Fámjin, which is located on the west coast…

Porkeri Church

Porkeri Church is a church in the settlement of Porkeri in the Faroe Islands.

Church of Fámjin

This 1875 stone church houses the original Faroese flag, Merkið, which was designed by Faroese students in Copenhagen in 1919 and first flown in Fámjin.

Hvalbiareiði Harbour

A natural harbor on the west coast, also known as Fiskieiði, historically used by fishermen from Hvalba. It is accessed via a road leading through a narrow valley to steep cliffs.

Norðbergseiði

A scenic isthmus near Hvalba offering views of vertical sea cliffs and the North Atlantic. It is a common site for observing the rugged western coastline.

Akraberg

The southernmost point of the Faroe Islands, featuring a lighthouse established in 1909. The area is known for its high cliffs and views of the turbulent 'Røst' whirlpools.

curved basalt

Located near Froðba, these unique geological formations consist of cooling lava that hardened into distinct, curved basalt columns along the coastline.

Tvøroyrar Kirkja

Constructed in Norway as a kit and assembled in Tvøroyri in 1908, this large wooden church sits on a hillside overlooking the Trongisvágsfjørður fjord.