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VOLUME 5 SUMMER 2019 16 T here you will experience some of the richest bird cliffs in the world. Mykines is an important area with a large population of puffins and gannets. There are 40 houses in Mykines whereof only six are inhabited year round. Vágar, the home of the country’s only airport, will take your breath away with its beautiful waterfalls and small villages. VÁGAR IN A DAY A TRIP TO THE FAROE ISLANDS IS NOT COMPLETE WITHOUT A VISIT TO MYKINES, WHICH IS THE WESTERNMOST OF ALL THE ISLANDS WELCOME TO VÁGAR AND MYKINES VÁGAR On Vágar you have the choice between several shorter or longer adventures: The Old Mail Man Route over the mountain to Gásadal is one of the most sought after hikes. It will take you through a rigorous climb that will literally take your breath away, before descending into the village of Gásadalur, where you will be able to enjoy the spectacular view of Múlafossur waterfall. Another alternative is a sailing trip on the Lake with Lakeside to the Bøsdalafossur waterfall, where you will be allowed ashore to explore the area accompanied by a most knowledgeable storyteller. If you really like walking, there is always the seven hour historic hike, where a tour guide will take you on the old path from Vatnsoyrar to Miðvág stopping at the local museums, before heading out to the Bøsdalafossur waterfall. On the way out, you might also want take the walk up to the majestic Trælanípa promontory to enjoy the stunning view. The perfect combination between nature and history. Why not learn about the history of the island by stopping by the War Museum with its incredibly extensive collection, the historic Kálvalíð where you will be taken up to 400 years back in time, or the Church in Sandavágur where an ancient Rune Stone from the first settler of the village is kept. There are also several places in Vágar where you can stop for breakfast, lunch, dinner or just a cup of coffee. This includes Fiskastykkið, a new café/ restaurant in Sandavágur, Hotel Vágar airport hotel, Gásadalsgarðurin in Gásadalur, Smiðjan in Miðvágur and many more. Inquire at VisitVagar for the possibilities to join locals for a meal at their private home, also called “Heimablídni” in Faroese. VisitVagar tourist office can also advise on happenings of the day; concerts, SupperClub, hikes with the local hiking association, and many more. The Old Mailman Route is one of the most sought after hikes EXPLORE THE ISLANDS TRAVEL TIPS Gásadalur MYKINES IN A DAY There is nothing like a day trip to the breathtaking isle of Mykines. Take off in a helicopter from the airport, passing the picturesque views of the Sørvág cliffs, Tindhólm and Gásadalur before arriving at the small village of Mykines. With binoculars, lunchbox and a tour guide, you’ll embark on a journey to the ‘Lighthouse at the end of the world.’ While listening to the sound of sheep, birds, the ocean and the tour guide, you will learn the real meaning of peacefulness. Return to the mainland with the ferry in the afternoon, again enjoying the magnificent scenery. The duration of the day trip is just over eight hours and should be done at the beginning of your visit to the Faroe Islands.