Tjørnuvík
A small village with a black sand beach at the northernmost tip of Streymoy, with views of the sea stacks known as the "Giant and the Witch."
Tjørnuvík is the northernmost village on Streymoy. It nestles deep inside a bay surrounded by high mountains, and it has black sand beaches that are rare in the Faroe Islands. The village is a surfing destination. From the beach, you can look across the water at the Risin og Kellingin sea stacks, known as the "Giant and the Witch." Viking-era graves were once excavated in the village. The drive from Tórshavn takes about 50 minutes, and the final stretch follows a single-lane mountain road along cliffs, so watch for oncoming traffic and falling rocks.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Risin og Kellingin
- Saksun
- Fossá Waterfall
- Slættaratindur
- Vestmanna Sea Cliffs
- Hvalvík Church
- Funningur Church
- Leynar Beach