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Welcome to Suðuroythe most southerly of the Faroe Islands

Cleft by deep fjords, Suðuroy is a most picturesque island that has much to offer the visitor - from historic Sandvík in the north to the beautiful, natural scenery of Sumba in the south. The two largest towns, Tvøroyri and Vágur, are situ-ated on beautiful fjords surrounded by mountains.

All of the island’s towns and villages are linked by a network of modern roadways, which affords easy access to a variety of fascinating landscapes. The northernmost villages of Hvalba and Sandvík are connected by one of the oldest tunnels in the Faroe Islands. Hvalba, by the way, is the only place in the Faroe Islands where you can still find coal-mining opera-tions. From either of these two villages, there is a magnificent view of Lítla Dímun, the only uninhabited island in the Faroes. On the southernmost tip of Suðuroy is the village of Sumba, which is the birthplace of one the best loved and perhaps most controversial poets in the Faroe Islands, Poul F. Jo-ensen, known simply as Poul F.When travelling to and from Sumba by the mountain road, you will travel near the second-highest cliff in the Faroe Is-lands. Beinisvørð, towering at 469 m, is a haven for seabirds and is a veritable wonder to behold because of its singular beauty.Upon your arrival in Suðuroy, please stop by the tourist in-formation offices in Vágur or Tvøroyri. It would be our plea-sure to help create the perfect itinerary just for you so that your stay will be a truly unforgettable experience. To help you better plan your visit, we can provide detailed informa-tion about the many interesting excursions that we offer and you are welcome to ask any question you might have.

Opening Hours The tourist office in Vágur: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.The tourist office in Tvøroyri: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Saturday (summer only): 10 a.m. -12 p.m.

Welcome!

Emergency services 112Police, Suðuroy, Tel 371448, Tórshavn, tel 351448

Country code + 298Accommodation

Bed & breakfast, tel 374342 / 372480Hotel Bakkin, Vágur, tel 373961

Hotel Øravík, tel 371302Hotel Tvøroyri, tel 371171

Cottages, tel 374342 / 372480Youth hostel Vágur, tel 370320

Guesthouse Undir Heygnum,Tvøroyri tel 372046Scouthouse in Tvøroyri, tel 372480

Camping is only permitted at approved campsites.Restaurants & cafés

Cafe Art, Tvøroyri, tel 371669Hotel Bakkin, Vágur, tel 373961

Hotel, Tvøroyri, tel 371171Hotel, Øravík, tel 371302

Café & Pub Thomsen, tel 371007Broadway, Vágur (Bowling, restaurant & discotek) tel 374999

Gallery & MuseumBondahúsið uttan Ánna, Sandvík, tel 372480

Galleri Oyggin, Tvøroyri, tel 371669Sea and Village Museum (Sjó & Bygdasavnið), tel 372480

Porkeris museum, Porkeri, tel 373176Sjósavnið í Stóra Pakkhúsi, Vágur, tel 373438 / 210438

Ruth Smith Gallery, Vágur, tel 279301

Useful informationPharmacy, Tvøroyri, tel 371076

Hospital,Tvøroyri, tel 371133 / 371134Banks

Føroya Banki, tel 373444 / 371032Føroya Sparikassi, Tvøroyri, tel 371040

Suðuroyar Sparikassi, tel 359870Bus and ferry information, www.ssl.fo or tel 343030

Rent a Car, Porkeri, tel 574200Movie Theatre, Tvøroyri, tel 371088

Post Office, Tvøroyri and VágurTaxi

Tvøroyri, tel 252627 / 282931 / 250350Vágur, tel 210184 / 373961 / 222918

Taxi - BusesHvalba, tel 375161 / 222690

Tvøroyri, tel 252627 / 226566Vágur, tel 210184

Sumba, tel 593552

FURTHER INFORMATION & TOUR BOOKINGSTourist Information in Suðuroy:

Vágur: tel + 298 374342, Fax + 298 374442,mail: infovag@post.olivant.fo & heidi@vagur.fo

Tvøroyri: tel + 298 372480, Fax + 298 371814,mail: sout-inf@post.olivant.fo

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Information Difficulty of the tours

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Suðuroy offers a full range of events throughout the year. Of special interest is the regional summer festival, Jóansøkufestivalurin, which is held during the last weekend of June. The rowing competitions featuring Faroese rowboats are not to be missed. On the festival there are also concerts, different kinds of exhibitions, as well as sports events.Throughout the year the are different events in the art gallery “Gallary Oyggin” in Tvøroyri. The local museum in both Tvøroyri and Vágur are also open regularly. Furthermore different cultural events are arranged in the towns and villages on Suðuroy, ranging from Faroese Cultural nights, to concerts with choirs, rock bands, individuals, and different kinds of exhibitions. Keep informed on upcoming events at www.kunning.fo.

Walk to Hvannhagi

Walk from Tvøroyri to Fámjin

Coach trip to Hvalba and Sandvík

Coach trip to the southern part of Suðuroy

Walk in the mountains south of Vágur, to the top of Rávan

Walking tour to Kaspars- holan, near SumbaWalking tour to Uppi ímillum Stovur in Øravík

Walk from Vágur to Fámjin

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Departure point:TrongisvágurTime:By arrangementDay:SaturdayDuration:3 hoursMin./max.:5/20 pers.Availability:Year-round

Because of its location, Hvannhagi has some of the most beautiful and unusual nature on Suðuroy. The excursion to Hvannhagi sets off from the end of the highest road in Tvøroyri, known as Hvalurin. You follow an old path across the mountain. When you reach the northern side of Suðuroy, you will have an amazing view of the two small islands, Lítla Dímun and Stóra Dímun. Following a steep, narrow path, you descend to the inland lake at Hvannhagi.

The excursion is a little strenuous, but really is worth the effort.

Good to knowPlease take special care of the countryside and the birds. Sturdy footwear is recommended.

Walk to Hvannhagi 1

Walk in the mountains south of Vágur, to the top of Rávan

The walk to Rútafelli and the top of Rávan takes you out in the most beautiful part of the Faroese nature, from views over bird-cliffs and the cliffs west of Vágur, to the view to the impressing Beinisvørð to the south.The walk starts at the Tourist office in Vágur, from where we walk/drive up the old road to Eggjarnar. The walk to the top of Rávan starts by the old road, from where we first walk to the top of Rútafelli, which offers an unforgettable view over the birdcliffs and cliffs below. From Rútafelli

Good to know Please take special care of the countryside and the birds. Sturdy footwear is recommended.

Departure point:By arrangementTime:By arrangementDay:By arrangementDuration:2½ hoursMin./max.:5/20 pers.Availability:1. May - 15. Sep.

the walk goes to the top of Rávan. On the route we pass by three ravines, which go down trough the birds-cliffs to the shoreline beneath the cliffs. After a stop on the top of Rávan, where you enjoy your packed lunch (which you bring with you), the walk goes back to Vágur, via a small lake, Longutjørn.

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Departure point:TvøroyriTime:By arrangementDay:By arrangementDuration:3 hoursMin./max.:5/20 pers.Availability:1. May - 15. Sep.

Fámjin is well situated on the west coast of Suðuroy and affords a spectacular vista of sea and mountain, especially at sunset. The excursion to Fámjin sets off from the old coalmine at Trongisvágur. We follow the old path around Oyrnafjall and pass the beautiful lake of Kirkjuvatn, nestled in the mountains above Fámjin. In Fámjin, we will visit the church, which holds a special place in the hearts of the Faroese. A young student from Fámjin designed the first Faroese Flag, Merkið, in 1919 and the original now hangs in the church. After our walk, coffee and Faroese pancakes will be served in the village hall. We return to Tvøroyri by coach.

Good to knowPlease take special care of the countryside and the birds. Sturdy footwear is recommended.

Walk from Tvøroyri to Fámjin 4

Departure point:By arrangementTime:By arrangementDay:By arrangementDuration:3 hoursMin./max.:4/20 pers.Availability:Year-round

Coach trip to Hvalba and Sandvík

This excursion to Hvalba and Sandvík is aspecial opportunity to travel back into time. The first stop on our trip is the onlyworking coal mine in the Faroe Islands.Here, coal is still excavated by hand usingpick and shovel. Hvalba is an ancientvillage with an interesting history. Many are the tales that are told of Hvalba. While we are there, we will seek out the old natural harbour of Fiskieiði. Driving on to Sandvík, we relive events from the Faroese sagas. On the shore at Sandvík, the bearer of Christianity to the Faroe Islands, theViking Sigmundur Brestisson, was killed around 1,000 years ago, brought low by treachery and deceit. We also visit an old farmhouse called Bóndahúsið uttan Ánna, which dates from 1860. The farmhouse museum features artefacts from that era in Faroese history. On the return journey, we stop at Trongisvágur, where, after a short walk, we can enjoy the dramatic western side of Suðuroy with its magnificent natural scenery and rich bird life. Field glasses are available at at Trongisvágsbotnur to enable you to study the bird life more closely.

Good to knowField glasses are available from 15. April - 1. October.

Welcome to Vágur

Vágs Kommuna Vágsvegur 22 FO-900 Vágur

Tel +298 373024 Fax +298 373539

e-mail: vagur@vagur.fo

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Departure point:By arrangement Time:By arrangementDay:By arrangementDuration:4 hoursMin./max.:7/20 pers.Availability:Year-round

The tour first visits Vágseiði to the west ofthe village of Vágur. Here your guide willprovide a brief introduction to the richhistory of the area, as we savour the ratherrugged and breath-taking countryside. Theexcursion then continues to the top of theheadland Beinisvørð, where we have theamazing and rather dizzying experience ofbeing at a height of 469 metres high atopthe spectacular mountain. On a clear day,you can see most of the Faroe islands

Good to knowThe ground floor of Heimavirkið, a unique shop in the heart of Vágur, offers special respitefacilities for visitors, including toilets, showers, washing machines and dryers. A specialselection of woollen goods and souvenirs is available.

stretching out to the north. Our coach then continues to Sumba and we stop at Pollinum, the local and very special boat harbour. On the return journey, we visit the famous lighthouse at Akraberg known as Vitin á Akrabyrgi, located on the southern tip of the Faroe Islands. Another stop on our journey home is at the woollen mill,Ullavirkið, in Vágur, where unique clothing and jumpers are made from pure Faroese wool. The final stop on the tour is at the distinctive village of Porkeri, where we will visit the beautiful and well-preserved wooden church that dates from 1847.

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Departure point:Sumba (á Hestinum)Time:By arrangementDay:By arrangementDuration:3 hoursMin./max.:5/20 pers.Availability:1. May - 15. Sep.

The walk sets off from á Hestinum nearBeinisvørð. We walk along the mountainuntil we come to that part of the country-side in Sumba called Blæing, where Kasparsholan (Kaspar’s Hollow) lies.There is a multitude of stones and boulders scattered around the ground in Blæing, so much so that the area reminds one of shingle on a beach. There are many nooks and crannies among the rocks and one of these crannies is called

Good to knowIn Sumba village the Faroese dance is something special and the people in the village areknown for their unique dancing spirit.

Walking tour to Kaspars- holan, near Sumba

Kaspar’s Hollow. Two brothers, Kaspar and Sjúrður, rented land from the priest in Vágur. The rent, however, was so high that they had scarcely anything left for themselves. At one point, the brothers were on the verge of starvation and so decided to try sheep rustling. The stealing of sheep was a most hateful crime and severely punished. Kaspar’s Hollow later becametheir hiding place. As we make our way back to á Hestinum, if the day is perfectly clear, we can see as far as the northern reaches of the Faroes. If we pause to look towards the south, we will be treated to a wonderful view of the most southerly points of the Faroe Islands - Munkin and Flesjarnar.

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Departure point:Hotel Øravík Time:By arrangementDay:SundaysDuration:2 hoursMin./max.:5/20 pers.Availability:1. May - 15. Sep.

Walking tour to Uppi ímillum Stovur in Øravík

The walk sets off from Hotel Øravík near the old farming village of Øravík. Our destination is a place known as Uppi ímillum Stovur, the place where ancient Vikings from the surrounding area would gather for their annual spring council meet-ing. Both legend and recorded historyprovide many tales about the dramatic judgements and events that took place here. One famous tale is the trial of Snæ-

Good to knowSuðuroy resounds with interesting legends and stories. Indeed, there are many fascinatinglegends connected with Øravík and Hvalba.

bjørn, the hapless farm labourer from Hvalba who lived in the 16th century. He stood accused of buying 4 kerchiefs for his beloved from a passing Dutch ship in violation of the royal trade monopoly.Before his sentence could be executed, he escaped into the hills. He remained in the mountains a lonely and desperate man for years, although some say he escaped to Shetland.We continue our walk to Gálgagjógv, where wrongdoers were hanged, hence its name, the “gallows gorge”. This is a most pleasant walk lasting around 30 minutes. Visiting

these distinctive and historical places, surrounded by beautiful unspoilt countryside, is a peaceful and unique experi-ence. The excursion ends back at Hotel Øravík, where we can relax over coffee and fresh made crepes served with jam.

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Departure point:By arrangement Time:By arrangementDay:By arrangementDuration:3 hoursMin./max.:5/20 pers.Availability:1. May - 15. Sep.

Walk from Vágur to Fámjin

The old mountain path between Vágur and Fámjin was originally the “main road” between the two towns. The path goes trough beautiful nature in the mountains north of Vágur and runs along the cliffs to the west.

The walk starts at the Tourist Office in Vágur, from where we drive/walk up the old road, which ends by the lake Ryskivatn. From the road we follow the old mountain path north of Ryskivatn and through Reyðabakka to Fámjin. From Fámjin we go by car/buss back to Vágur, where coffee/the is served in Stóra Pakkhús.

Good to knowPlease take special care of the countryside and the birds. Sturdy footwear is recommended.

Tunnel /FerryBusTown/VillagesHelicopter

ClimateThe weather in the Faroe Islands is maritime and quite changeable, from mements of brilliant sun-shine to misty hill fog, to showers. The Gulf Stream encircling the islands tempers the climate. The harbours never freeze and the teperature in winter time is very moderate considering the high latitude. The average temperature ranges from 3°C in winter to 11°C in the summer. In sheltered areas, the temperature can be much higher, but the air is fresh and clean no matter what the season.

Attractions

SandvíkThe old farmstead dating from around 1860, withartefacts from days of old.Open by appointment, Tel 374342/372480

HvalbaThe only working coal mine in the Faroe Islands. Visits by appointment, Tel 372480

TvøroyriThe Royal Danish Trade Monopoly buildings(today called T.F. Thomsen). Wooden church built in 1907, open by appointment, Tel 372480 FámjinVillage church from 1876, where the firstFaroese Flag is preserved, open by appointment, Tel 374342 / 372480 PorkeriTimber church from 1847.Open by appointment, Tel 374342/372480

VágurWoollen mill (Ullavirkið), exclusive Faroeseknitwear featuring pure Faroese wool. Tours can be arranged, Tel 374006 / 374342

Natural wondersField glasses are available at Trongisvágsbotnur so you can study the bird life more closely.Natural harbour at Vágseiði, with itsmagnificent and rugged landscape.The headland of Beinisvørð,towering at 469 m.The lighthouse at Akraberg,on the southern tip of theFaroe Islands.See birdcliffs with Scorpion, Tel 213359 or Mars, Tel 210438

Publisher: Tourist Information Centres in Suðuroy Tvøroyri tel 372480 - Fax. 371814 - sout-inf@post.olivant.fo Vágur tel 374342 - Fax. 374442 - infovag@post.olivant.fo Distributor: Touristinformations in Suðuroy & Faroe Islands Tourist BoardPhotographer: Henrik Solberg, Heidi Kilgour, Tórður PoulsenCover photo: Nes, Hvalba 2006/2007

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