Date: June 24, 2022 - June 30, 2022
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Faroes Islands are unspoiled, unexplored and unbelievable destination for all trail runners who enjoy running up hills and mountains, along cliffs and through small fishing villages. Among places visited is Gásadalur, a small picturesque village which offers unparalelled view of the fjord and the surrounding islets. Until recently the only way to get to charming Gásadalur was on foot from another village and over the mountain.
Fell running up the Slættaratindur, the highest mountain in the Faroe Islands (882m), we get a grand view of the Faroese archipelago. From here we get a good view over surrounding mountains and islands and the whole of Eysturoy (eastern island).
Running of 12-25 km each day.
Click on each day to explore in more detail.
Arrival at Vágar airport and transfer to one of Faroes picturesque lakes, Sørvogsvatn. We run along the lake to the cliffs, where a river from the lake falls in a waterfall into the sea. After our run, we get a transfer to our hotel in Tórshavn.
Hotel Hafnia
Dinner
12-15 km | elevation: 100m
We start the morning by visiting the village of Gjógv, named after the 200m long sea-filled canyon that runs north to the sea from the town. This is also where our run starts. We aim for getting up to the plateau, climbing several hills on the way. On a clear day, the view from the peaks can be breathtaking, with a view over the legendary rocks of Risin and Kerlingin which rise 75m high from the sea. Drive back to Tórshavn.
Gotugjogv Log House
Breakfast, trail snacks, dinner
20-25 km | elevation: 800-1000m
Drive to the island of Vågar where we visit the very picturesque village of Gásadalur. Gásadalur is located by a cliff but also surrounded by the tallest mountains on the island. The mountains isolated the village, so to get from the village you had to go up 400m on foot to a mountain pass or find a way to get from the cliff to a boat in the sea, so little by little the population has become smaller and smaller.
Hotel Vagar
Breakfast, trail snacks, dinner
15-20 km | elevation: 600-800m
Depart Tórshavn in the morning and drive further north on this biggest island of the Faroes, Streymoy. We visit the town of Saksun, which lies at the bottom of what used to be an inlet of the sea, surrounded by high mountains. The old harbor became an unaccessible seawater lagoon, only accessible by small boats on high tide. From Saksun we go up to the mountains and over to the town of Tjørnuvík, also referred to as surfers paradise. From there we go to very impressive cliffs making our way back to the town of Saksun.
Hotel Hafnia
Breakfast, trail snacks, dinner
20 km | elevation: 1000m
Relaxing Morning. Easy run to Hoyvik. Enjoy the afternoon in sightseeing and hotel spa.
Hotel Hafnia
Breakfast, trail snacks, dinner
10 km
Hotel Hafnia
Breakfast, trail snacks, dinner
15 km biking
Free time to do some last-minute exploring. Group transfer to the airport.
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Breakfast
Relax
Approximate details*
*The daily distances and itinerary may change according to local weather conditions and the groups condition.
FLIGHTS
We specialise in arranging excellent trail running holidays, but do not book International flights. As there is a great variety of value flights departing from all over the world to Vágar Airport.
VISAS
European Union citizens do not need a visa to visit Faroe Islands.
GROUP MANAGEMENT
Being a group of max. 12 runners with a mixture of ages and running abilities we may decide to split into flexible groups, all of which will be supported by our running guides who will travel with us on the trip.By splitting the group will allow us all to move more fluidly, allowing all team members to run at their own comfortable pace, without feeling pressured.
TRAIL RUNNING
Faroes Islands are the unspoiled, unexplored, and unbelievable destination for all trail runners who enjoy running up hills and mountains, along cliffs, and through small fishing villages.
TEMPERATURE
The average temperatures you'll face in June would be between 8.0°C and 11.0°C, with exceptional possible peaks as low as 2°C and high as 18°C as observed in previous years.
LUGGAGE
We recommend packing one set of running kit per day, with warm and cold options, plus a change of clothes for each evening. It can be cold in the evenings and even during the day, particularly when we are up high in the mountains. A lightweight running pack with the ability to carry water & other necessary items, plus a good quality waterproof jacket (gore-tex or equivalent) are also required. For each trip, we will send you a list of essential items and a suggested packing list. Please contact us if you have any concerns about what you need to bring on one of our trips.
