where in the world 155, vagar mountains, gasadalur, faroes

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Gásadalur—where the Faroe Islands seem to pause and take a breath. This tiny village on the western edge of Vágar Island is cradled by some of the archipelago’s most dramatic scenery: emerald-green mountains that rise steeply into the mist, and a coastline that drops away into the North Atlantic with theatrical flair.
The Mountains That Embrace Gásadalur
Gásadalur is nestled in a lush valley between two towering peaks:
- Árnafjall, to the north, is the highest mountain on Vágar at 722 metres. Its name means “Eagle Mountain,” and it lives up to the grandeur.
- Eysturtindur, to the east, reaches 715 metres and translates to “Eastern Peak.” It’s a sharp, angular ridge that adds to the village’s sense of seclusion.
These mountains once made Gásadalur one of the most isolated places in the Faroes. Before the road, villagers had to hike over 400-metre-high passes just to reach the next settlement. The postman famously walked this route three times a week, no matter the weather.
The Road to Gásadalur: From Isolation to Icon
Until 2004, there was no road at all. Then came the Gásadalstunnilin, a 1.4 km single-lane tunnel blasted through solid rock. It’s unlit and narrow, with occasional pull-outs for passing cars—so headlights on and nerves steady! But once you emerge, the view is pure magic: the village, the cliffs, and the Múlafossur Waterfall plunging straight into the sea.
If you’re feeling adventurous, you can still hike the old postman’s trail from the nearby village of Bøur. It’s a 5-mile round trip over steep, grassy slopes, marked by cairns and sheep paths. On a clear day, the views are staggering—on a foggy one, it’s like walking through a Norse myth.
Would you like tips on photographing the waterfall or the best time of day for light in the valley? I’ve got you covered. Or we could explore more hidden gems on Vágar. What’s calling to you?.
Our motorhome was calling us and if you look here on Flickr you will probably find one of the shots I took of said waterfall, just magnificent, thanks for looking as always, best Keef x
here's the waterfall.... flic.kr/p/2prH21j

Taken in: Faroe Islands / Vágar / Gásadalur (show map)

Taken on: May 15, 2019

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