týsdagur 16. juni 2015síða 64

VOLume 1 summer 2015 16 T hese six islands are very diffe­ rent and each has its own distinctive character. Together they make up a unit around the main town of Klaksvík. Here you will find a dramatic countryside, idyllic villages and a people who live in close connection with the beauti­ful, yet wild ocean. The breath-taking scenery is captivating. Dramatic high moun­ tains with steep falls to the sea and scattered small villages. The Northern Isles have a lot to offer to visitors. We have history, culture, nature, as well as dynamic trades and industries. There are many options on what one can do in a day in the Northern Islands, but we couldn’t possibly fit them all on here. To start you off, here are two options: Klaksvik in a day The Northern Isles consists of six islands: Fugloy, Svínoy, Viðoy, Borðoy, Kunoy and Kalsoy, which makes up the north eastern corner of the Faroe Islands Welcome to the Northern Islands Klakkur Hike the 414 m high mountain Klakkur where the path is easy to find and friendly to walk on - this is also one of the few places skiers go in the winter. Before you start the hike up Klakkur, you can either walk or drive up Hálsur on the gravel ground named Ástarbreytin (The path of love). In the valley just south of Hálsur is a place that used to be named “Á Vaktini” (on guard), which is a place legend says people used to keep watch over hostile incoming ships. On your way up, you will get a panorama view of Klaksvik, and once you reach the top you get an amazing view of Leirvik and if the weather allows the southern island of Nólsoy. Make your way down from the hike and stop by a local café to enjoy your lunch. Føroyar Bjór is a local brewery in Klaksvík, a great occassion to try some local beer. Christianskirkjan After lunch, visit one of the most beautiful churches in the Faroes. One of the few places in the Faroes to find religiously stained windows, you will find beautiful art in the sanctuary as well as in the basement. Úti í Grøv This beautiful park is only minutes from Klaksvik. A peaceful place with flowers, bushes, trees, streams coming down the valley, if you happen to be out when the sun shines from the west, the park becomes cosy warm where you can even take a nap! At the park you are also able to see remains of a house from Viking time as well as the first outdoor swimming pool of the island, which was built in 1902. Norðoya Fornminnissavn The local historical museum, which houses in the old merchant house in Klaksvík and was built in 1838 as a branch to the Danish monopoly trade. Gamla Seglhúsið Art exhibition with different, well-known Faroese artists. Each island has its own distinctive character explore the islands travel tips Mikladalur Kunoy Kunoy roundtrip – Bus from Klaksvik – Departure 7.10 a.m. Back in Klaksvik 8 a.m. Kunoy has a population of 64 Kalsoy Kalsoy – Departure 8 a.m. – Return 10.20 a.m. In Kalsoy visit the four beautiful small villages Húsar, Mikla­ dalur, Syrðadalur and Trøllanes while you take in the dramatic steep cliffs. Kalsoy has a com­ bined population of less than 150. Svinoy - Fugloy Helicopter from Klaksvik to Svinoy and Fugloy – Departure 11.34 a.m. (Friday). Viðoy Boat from Kirkja, Fugloy to Hvannasund – Departure 15.50. Arrival est. 17.00. Borðoy Bus from Hvannasund to Klaksvik est. 17.20 – Arrival Klaksvik est. 17.45. Island hopping – All six islands on a Friday