Sornfelli, Streymoy

Name: Sornfelli
Address: Streymoy, Faroe Islands

#2 among attractions in Streymoy

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Sornfelli is a mountain plateau on the island of Streymoy in the Faroe Islands about 12 km from the capital Tórshavn. It is the site of a military station at 725m above sea level. The Sornfelli Meteorological Station installed in 1999 is located in the middle of the 40,000 m² Sornfelli Mountain top plateau, also at 725m asl. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 62°4'60"N, 6°49'60"W

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Streymoy Faroe Islands

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Nearby attractions include: National Museum of the Faroe Islands, Tórsvøllur, Tórshavn Cathedral, Gundadalur.

4.2 miSE
Natural and cultural history museum
National Museum of the Faroe Islands, Hoyvík
107 min walk • The National Museum of the Faroe Islands is a cultural beacon nestled in the scenic city of Hoyvík, offering visitors a profound glimpse into the rich tapestry of Faroese heritage. Dedicated to preserving the historical and natural history of the islands, the museum...
4.8 miSE
Sport complex, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Tórsvøllur, Tórshavn
122 min walk • Tórsvøllur Stadium is a central hub for sports and national pride in the city of Tórshavn, the capital of the Faroe Islands. As the primary football stadium in the archipelago, it serves as the home ground for the Faroe Islands national football team, hosting both...
5.4 miS
Striking local church, built in 1609
Tórshavn Cathedral, Tórshavn
138 min walk • Tórshavn Cathedral, also known as Havnar Kirkja, is a prominent landmark in the heart of Tórshavn, the capital city of the Faroe Islands. This historic church, serving as the seat of the Bishop of the Faroe Islands, stands as a testament to the region's rich...
4.7 miS
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Gundadalur, Tórshavn
121 min walk • Gundadalur is the heart of sports in the city of Tórshavn, the capital of the Faroe Islands. As a premier sports venue, it serves as a central hub for a variety of athletic events and is a point of pride for locals. Nestled in a valley, this sports complex offers...
4.8 miS
Local art and history in a modern space
Listasavn Føroya, Tórshavn
124 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Faroe Islands' capital, Tórshavn, Listasavn Føroya, or the National Gallery of the Faroe Islands, stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic expression. This museum is dedicated to the preservation and exhibition of Faroese art...
3.9 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Toftir, Eysturoy
99 min walk • Lake Toftir is a lake on the island of Eysturoy in the Faroe Islands. Lake Toftir is located between the villages of Toftir and Rituvík. It is the fourth-largest natural lake in the Faroe Islands and it measures 51 hectares. The lake is noted for its rich bird life.
5.1 miS
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Mariukirkjan, Tórshavn
130 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Faroe Islands' capital, Tórshavn, Mariukirkjan stands as a beacon of spiritual heritage and architectural charm. This church, modest yet significant, serves as a central place of worship and community gathering within the city.
5.5 miS
Historic walking areas
Tinganes, Tórshavn
141 min walk • Tinganes is the historic location of the Faroese landsstýri, and is a part of Tórshavn. The name means "parliament jetty" or "parliament point" in Faroese. The parliament met there for the first time in the Viking ages when Norwegian colonists placed their Ting on the location in 825.
4.5 miS
Museum
The Nordic House, Tórshavn
115 min walk • The Nordic House is a cultural institution in the Faroe Islands. Its aim is to support and promote Nordic and Faroese culture, locally and in the Nordic region.
4.7 miNE
Scenic fjord framed by mountains
Skálafjørður
121 min walk • Skálafjørður is a fjord in Eysturoy and the longest in the Faroe Islands.
5.5 miS
62°0'27"N • 6°47'3"W
Vesturkirkjan, Tórshavn
140 min walk • Church