Kalsoy, the island of tunnels and the seal woman
Kalsoy is a long, narrow island with four villages linked by tunnels. How to get there by ferry from Klaksvík, the seal woman statue and Kallur lighthouse.
Kalsoy is a long, narrow island in the northeast of the archipelago. Its four villages, Syðradalur, Húsar, Mikladalur and Trøllanes, are on the east coast and are linked by tunnels. At the end is the famous Kallur lighthouse.
How to get there
- To Klaksvík, through the Eysturoy and Norðoy subsea tunnels, with a toll.
- Ferry from Klaksvík to Syðradalur. Check the timetable on ssl.fo: there are more departures on some days than others.
- On the island, along the only road, heading north: Húsar, Mikladalur and Trøllanes.
What to see
Kópakonan, the seal woman (Mikladalur)
In Mikladalur stands the statue of Kópakonan, the seal woman of the Faroese legend. From the centre of the village, follow the signs for Kópakonan and go down some concrete steps towards the sea. It is a short but steep walk.
Kallur lighthouse
The hike to the lighthouse starts from Trøllanes, the last village. There is a fee and the last stretch is narrow and exposed. All the details are in our guide to Kallur lighthouse.
Mikladalur - Húsar hike
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Distance | About 4 km |
| Duration | 1 h 20 min |
| Ascent | About 200 m |
| Difficulty | Moderate. Some stretches without a path, such as north of Lundurðarnar, which is quite steep |
There are several car parks in Mikladalur. Follow the blue arrows to the path.
Before you go
- Bring food and water. There are no large restaurants or supermarkets on the island.
- Hiking boots: the paths are slippery when wet.
- Make the most of a clear day. The views at Kallur are the best thing on the island, and in fog you will not see anything.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get to Kalsoy?
On the ferry from Klaksvík to Syðradalur. It takes few cars, so many travellers cross on foot and use the island bus. Check the timetable on ssl.fo.
Where is the seal woman statue?
In Mikladalur. From the centre of the village, follow the signs for Kópakonan and go down the concrete steps towards the sea.