Unless arriving in the Faroe Islands by the Norrøna ferry or on a cruise ship, most visitors begin their Faroese adventure with a dramatic flight into the archipelago’s only international airport on Vágar island, close to the village of Sørvágur. Despite being the main point of entry, Vágar quickly reveals a quieter, more rural character, with open valleys, rivers and wide stretches of untouched landscape, particularly towards the island’s northern coast.
Vágar offers excellent walking opportunities, with trails leading through verdant valleys and along rugged coastlines. One of the island’s greatest draws is its ferry connection to the remote island of Mykines, famous for its rich birdlife and puffin colonies, making Vágar a natural base for wildlife excursions.
The island is also home to some of the Faroe Islands’ most picturesque villages. Gásadalur, once one of the country’s most isolated settlements, is surrounded by mountains and renowned for its dramatic waterfall plunging into the Atlantic. Nearby Bøur is equally captivating, with its turf-roofed houses, small church and sweeping ocean views towards the sea stacks of Drangarnir and Tindhólmur, with Mykines visible on the horizon on clear days. Together, these landscapes and villages make Vágar a rewarding introduction to the Faroe Islands.