Mykines (Puffins)
Mykines
The small island at the westernmost end of the archipelago, where thousands of puffins can be seen up close in summer. Visitors can also walk across to the lighthouse islet.
Mykines is the westernmost island of the Faroe Islands. In summer, thousands of puffins nest on its grassy slopes. Visitors can watch them up close along the walking trails, and can also cross a small bridge over the sea to reach the lighthouse on Mykinesholmur. In summer, ferries run for about 45 minutes from Sørvágur on Vágar. Spaces are limited, so book ahead, or take the subsidised helicopter. Walking on the island requires a paid ticket and following the designated route. When sea conditions are poor, ferries are often cancelled, so build in a spare day.
Opening hours
May–August; ferries subject to weather
Nearby sights
- Múlafossur Waterfall (Gásadalur)
- Drangarnir
- Sørvágsvatn & Trælanípa
- Vestmanna Sea Cliffs
- Saksun
- Tjørnuvík
- Risin og Kellingin
- Fossá Waterfall