Klaksvík
The second-largest town in the Faroe Islands and a fishing hub, cradled by two bays. The Christian's Church holds an old Viking-style boat suspended from its ceiling.
Klaksvík is on Borðoy and is the second-largest town in the Faroe Islands, as well as a major fishing center. Two bays embrace the town. The must-see is Christianskirkjan, Christian's Church. Its style derives from the Viking great hall, and an old rescue boat hangs above the nave. The altar mural is also distinctive. From the town, you can climb Klakkur for views over the bays. Klaksvík is also a transit point for reaching Kalsoy and Viðoy. It is about an hour's drive from Tórshavn via the undersea tunnel.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Viðareiði & Enniberg
- Gøta
- Nólsoy
- Kallur Lighthouse (Kalsoy)
- National Museum of the Faroe Islands
- Skansin
- Tinganes
- Tórshavn Cathedral