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VOLume 1 summer 2015 12 Sølda­ fjørður Make sure to book in advance a private tour at Garðahúsini in Søldafjørður. This breathtaking garden and a well-preserved traditional house from 1868 is owned by the couple Lena and Jákup. They open up their home to visitors and offer a meal with optional guided tours. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to try their legendary fish soup and experience Faroese home hospitality first- hand. Eiði Located along the narrow isthmus, Eiði has a spectacular nature view including Risin and Kellingin, two sea stacks located near the coast. You can also visit Látrið, a heritage museum while you are there. Gjógv End your day at Gjáargarður in the old, idyllic village of Gjógv (Meaning gorge) with a hearthy meal at Hotel Gjáargarður. After your meal use the opportunity to take a leisurely walk in the village. In the northern part of Gjógv there is a 200 meter long majestic gorge. Contact Gjáargarður for more information on how to book your table. T here several attractions and events and you will be sure to have a memorable experience while in Eystur­oy. If you are visit­ ing Eysturoy in July you can enjoy the unique music festival G! in Gøta. The island is also the home to the larg­est mountain in the country »Slættara­tindur«. Eysturoy is well- connected with public trans­portation and you will be able to reach most of your destinations. However, this may limit the amount of visits you may be able to do in a day. Please check with the nearest tourist centre for weather conditions to places such as Eiði and Gjøgv during winter and spring seasons as the roads can be in unfavorable conditions to travel. Eysturoy in a day Eysturoy, the second largest island in the Faroes, is a versatile region where you can truly immerse yourself in different areas of interest if you have the time: culture, nature, dining out, and local festivals Welcome to Eysturoy Fuglafjørður Start your morning with excitement where the local inhabitants in the past escaped to a refuge in the mountain called ‘Uppi á Húsi’ when the pirates raided the village. Check with the tourist centre for a guided tour. Other attractions in Fuglafjøður are the remains of a viking farm over a 1000 years old and the small warm spring Varkmakelda with a tale of healing power on certain illnesses. Skálafjørður Test your skills in the rough Faroese waters by participating in a boat race in Skálafjørður. The boat race uses rowing boats modeled from the long boats in the Viking Era. Because these races are generally arranged for groups, contact Visit Eysturoy for more information about this in advance so that proper arrangements can be made in time. In July you can enjoy the unique music festival G! in Gøta explore the islands travel tips Gjógv