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The Faroe Islands: what they are and what the country is like

Where the Faroe Islands are, who they belong to, which language is spoken and which currency is used. The basics about the country before you travel.

The Faroe Islands are 18 islands in the North Atlantic, between Scotland, Norway and Iceland. They are part of the Kingdom of Denmark but govern themselves, have their own language and do not belong to the European Union.

In this section we answer the most common questions about the country.

Group trips, deals, volunteering and seasonal tips.

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