"Torshavn" Tórshavn by JessieLang

Tórshavn Travel Guide: 129 reviews and 339 photos

There are 18 islands in the Faroes; 17 of them inhabited. Torshavn is the capital and the largest city (19,000 people.) Sheep are important, and there are almost as many sheep as there are people in the Islands.

Torshavn was founded in the 10th Century, and may be the oldest capital in Europe.

Narrow street

Pros and Cons

Pros:colorful and historic
Cons:Pretty cool climate
In a nutshell:Fishing village with a long history

Last visit to Tórshavn: Jul 2009
Intro Updated Mar 11, 2011
Add to Trip Planner (?)
Report Abuse

Reviews (9)

Sculpture Things to Do (6)

Walk around downtown and look at the public art--sculptures, fountains, etc. more travel advice

Kirkjubour Things to Do (6)

The village of Kirkjubour was important in the Middle Ages, but it has a current population of 80. The Episcopal... more travel advice

The old farmhouse Things to Do (6)

This wooden farmhouse was built in the 11th Century — the same family has occupied it since 1550, and the 17th... more travel advice

St. Olaf's church Things to Do (6)

The parish church of St. Olaf was consecrated in 1111 A.D. and is still in use. It was built as a Catholic church, but... more travel advice

Favorites (1)
Oldest European capital?
Been to Tórshavn?
Share your travels with the world!

Comments (7)

Reply
- Report abuse
SWFC_Fan Feb 11, 2013 at 1:30 PM

I haven't made it to the Faroe Islands yet, but they look fascinating! Considering how close the Faroes are to here, the flights are very expensive - so I may have to find a cruise that stops there one day!
Thanks for sharing your photos and tips.
Reply
- Report abuse
XenoHumph Jan 26, 2013 at 3:46 PM

Lovely place, very colorful buildings in contrast to the dreary weather!
Reply
- Report abuse
Tugboatguy Jun 11, 2010 at 10:29 PM

Wonderful photos and useful info on a seldom visited group of isles. One, Vagar, has an airport that is used by general aviation aircraft crossing the pond on the 2,681 nm long, northern route.
Reply
- Report abuse
SLLiew Jan 8, 2010 at 7:38 PM

Enjoyed reading your Faroe Islands tips.
Reply
- Report abuse
yumyum Aug 29, 2009 at 2:43 AM

Faroe islands are definitely on my wish list for a visit! The bishop's door is gorgeous.
Reply
- Report abuse
Yaqui Aug 19, 2009 at 8:51 PM

Howdy Jessie, this is a lovely page. You've posted some very helpful tips and photo's. Keep it up. Have a lovely day!
Reply
- Report abuse
gordonilla Aug 9, 2009 at 3:00 AM

hello, good start - I hope you enjoyed the Faroe Islands? Gordon