Closed For Maintenance

Tórshavn – Kirkjubø

The walking trail between Tórshavn and Kirkjubøur is more than just a path—it’s a living connection between the present and the past, offering breathtaking views and deep cultural roots. Loved by both locals and visitors, this historic route now needs some attention to keep it safe, accessible, and sustainable.

As a volunteer, you’ll help care for this iconic trail by improving drainage, adding wayfinding signposts, and carefully building or removing cairns where necessary. These tasks will guide future hikers along the right route while helping preserve the surrounding landscape.

And, as the name Closed for Maintenance suggests, the path will be closed to the public from 1–3 May while restoration work is underway.

This is a rare chance to play a hands-on role in maintaining one of the Faroe Islands’ most treasured hikes—ensuring its beauty and heritage endure well into the future.

Closed for Maintenance – 23.-24. April 2021

Photos: Klara Johannesen / @klarajohannesen

Borðan (Nólsoy)

Just across the water from Tórshavn, Nólsoy stands like a natural shield, protecting the capital from the wildest ocean winds. While the view of the island from the mainland is iconic, setting foot on Nólsoy is even more rewarding.

At the heart of the island lies a charming village, from which a popular walking route leads to its picturesque lighthouse at Borðan. The trail stretches across fairly gentle terrain—by Faroese standards!—but covers a considerable distance.

Although this route has already benefited from previous Closed for Maintenance efforts, additional work is still needed. As a volunteer, you’ll help restore and reinforce the path, making it safer and more enjoyable for everyone who comes to explore.

Taking part in this project is a rare opportunity to contribute to the care of one of Nólsoy’s most beloved hiking routes.

And as the name Closed for Maintenance suggests, the hiking route to Borðan will unfortunately be closed to visitors from 1–3 May while restoration work is underway.

Closed for Maintenance – 23.-24. April 2021

Photos: Klara Johannesen / @klarajohannesen

Koltur

Though modest in size, Koltur is rich in heritage and dramatic scenery. Its iconic dry-stone walls and time-worn trails reflect centuries of human presence and the rugged Faroese environment.

As part of the Closed for Maintenance initiative, and in partnership with Tjóðsavnið – the National Museum of the Faroe Islands – efforts on Koltur will focus on rebuilding walls and maintaining footpaths that thread through the island’s striking landscape.

And as the name Closed for Maintenance suggests, the island of Koltur will unfortunately be closed to visitors from 1–3 May while this important work takes place.

By joining the project, volunteers will help preserve the island’s unique character and improve access for future visitors—a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the care of one of the Faroe Islands’ most distinctive places.