Guidebook for Klaksvík
Food Scene
This is an intimate cafe which serves great food, wether you are in the mood for something savory or sweet you can find it here. Our personal favorite is the pulled pork burger.
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Fríða Kaffihús
7 Nolsoyar Pals gotaThis is an intimate cafe which serves great food, wether you are in the mood for something savory or sweet you can find it here. Our personal favorite is the pulled pork burger.
Jacqson is a contemporary cafe with a terrific and varied menu. They have an excellent brunch plate, which we would recommend. In the evening you can enjoy live music and drinks.
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Jacqson
KlaksviksvegurJacqson is a contemporary cafe with a terrific and varied menu. They have an excellent brunch plate, which we would recommend. In the evening you can enjoy live music and drinks.
Arts & Culture
This Lutheran church was built in the 1960's. It is a must see whilst in Klaksvik. Some of its most distinct features include a full size Faroese open fishing boat, as a tribute to Faroese fishermen. It also has an outstanding altarpiece, depicting the invitation to the great banquet. Finally we would recommend spending some time to take in the churches newest art work, made by local artist Edward Fuglø. The work presents the "Life of Christ" carved and painted on wooden panels.
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Christianskirkjan
KirkjubrekkaThis Lutheran church was built in the 1960's. It is a must see whilst in Klaksvik. Some of its most distinct features include a full size Faroese open fishing boat, as a tribute to Faroese fishermen. It also has an outstanding altarpiece, depicting the invitation to the great banquet. Finally we would recommend spending some time to take in the churches newest art work, made by local artist Edward Fuglø. The work presents the "Life of Christ" carved and painted on wooden panels.
The local museum has a small but interesting exhibition, which gives the visitor an impression of Faroese life from a historical perspective.
Norðoya Fornminnissavn
KlaksviksvegurThe local museum has a small but interesting exhibition, which gives the visitor an impression of Faroese life from a historical perspective.
Parks & Nature
This is a lovely little park within a 15-20 min walk from the flat. Here you can relax and observe some of the Faroese bird life. The river which runs through the park is full of trout. This is a great place for a picnic or just a relaxing walk.
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Park of Klaksvik
29 OyrarvegurThis is a lovely little park within a 15-20 min walk from the flat. Here you can relax and observe some of the Faroese bird life. The river which runs through the park is full of trout. This is a great place for a picnic or just a relaxing walk.
You can embark on this hike from the flat, which would take about 45 min. You may also drive to a parking space just above the city, from there the hike takes about 20 min. Once you have reached the end of the trail, you will experience some truly breathtaking sights of Klaksvik, and the surrounding islands.
Astarbravt
AstarbravtYou can embark on this hike from the flat, which would take about 45 min. You may also drive to a parking space just above the city, from there the hike takes about 20 min. Once you have reached the end of the trail, you will experience some truly breathtaking sights of Klaksvik, and the surrounding islands.
Gjógv is a very popular destination . Here you can experience the famous gorge , which takes your breath away when you first see it. Enjoy a walk down the stairs of the gorge, and take in the sounds and sights as you do so.
Gjógv is a 45 min drive from Klaksvik. You can get there by public transport, but we would highly recommend renting a car.
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Gjogv
Gjógv is a very popular destination . Here you can experience the famous gorge , which takes your breath away when you first see it. Enjoy a walk down the stairs of the gorge, and take in the sounds and sights as you do so.
Gjógv is a 45 min drive from Klaksvik. You can get there by public transport, but we would highly recommend renting a car.
Saksun is one the most iconic villages in the Faroe Islands. A must visit place, with some amazing scenery, and a terrific little museum, which gives an impression of Faroese farming life from the last three hundred years.
Saksun is about a 45 min drive from Klaksvik. You need to arrange your own transport if you would like to visit Saksun.
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Saksun
Saksun is one the most iconic villages in the Faroe Islands. A must visit place, with some amazing scenery, and a terrific little museum, which gives an impression of Faroese farming life from the last three hundred years.
Saksun is about a 45 min drive from Klaksvik. You need to arrange your own transport if you would like to visit Saksun.
Shopping
Norðoya Heimavirki is housed in the same building as the Tourist information centre. Here you can buy various souvenirs, Faroese clothing and literature about the Faroe Islands.
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Norðoya Heimavirki
11 BiskupsstøðgøtaNorðoya Heimavirki is housed in the same building as the Tourist information centre. Here you can buy various souvenirs, Faroese clothing and literature about the Faroe Islands.
Essentials
This is one of four grocery stores in Klaksvik, and the closest to the flat. Here you can get all the essentials you might need.
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Føroya Keypsamtøka
15 Nólsoyar PálsgøtaThis is one of four grocery stores in Klaksvik, and the closest to the flat. Here you can get all the essentials you might need.
Getting Around
The local bus terminal is located just behind the Føroya Tele shop. From here you can use the local and free bus service to get around the city. This is also the place to get busses should you wish to visit other islands or villages.
Føroya Tele
The local bus terminal is located just behind the Føroya Tele shop. From here you can use the local and free bus service to get around the city. This is also the place to get busses should you wish to visit other islands or villages.
The ferry terminal which connects Klaksvík to Kalsoy is a 6 min walk away. Kalsoy has become a popular destination in recent years, thanks to the erecting of the Selkie statue. We would recommend paying Kalsoy a visit to see this amazing statue and learn the story behind it. Kalsoy also has some great hikes, and other historical places to visit.
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Ferjulega station
StangavegurThe ferry terminal which connects Klaksvík to Kalsoy is a 6 min walk away. Kalsoy has become a popular destination in recent years, thanks to the erecting of the Selkie statue. We would recommend paying Kalsoy a visit to see this amazing statue and learn the story behind it. Kalsoy also has some great hikes, and other historical places to visit.
Entertainment & Activities
Spaniastova is a intimate music venue housed in the historical trading house in Klaksvik. Here you can enjoy some excellent concerts and plays in a unique setting.
Spaniastova
Spaniastova is a intimate music venue housed in the historical trading house in Klaksvik. Here you can enjoy some excellent concerts and plays in a unique setting.
This is the oldest swimming hall in the Faroe Islands, but due to constant improvement it is considered the best in the country. It has 25 meter long pool, two shallow child friendly pools, and a two slides. The swimming hall also has a sauna.
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Klaksvíkar Svimjihøll
This is the oldest swimming hall in the Faroe Islands, but due to constant improvement it is considered the best in the country. It has 25 meter long pool, two shallow child friendly pools, and a two slides. The swimming hall also has a sauna.