Svangaskarð, Eysturoy

#10 among attractions in Eysturoy

Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

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Svangaskarð, also referred to as Tofta Leikvøllur, is a multi-purpose stadium in Toftir, Faroe Islands with two football fields and a sports arena for athletics around the lower field. It is currently used mostly for football matches. The stadium holds 6,000 people. It was the sole home ground of the Faroe Islands national football team from 1991 and until the Tórsvøllur Stadium was built in the capital Tórshavn in 1999 and is still occasionally used for international football matches. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1980 (44 years ago)Capacity: 6000Coordinates: 62°5'59"N, 6°44'10"W

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Svangaskarð – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Museum of the Faroe Islands, Tórsvøllur, Gundadalur, Lake Toftir.

4.8 miS
Natural and cultural history museum
National Museum of the Faroe Islands, Hoyvík
122 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...
5.7 miS
Sport complex, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Tórsvøllur, Tórshavn
146 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...
5.7 miS
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Gundadalur, Tórshavn
147 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...
0.7 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Toftir, Eysturoy
19 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.
5.6 miS
Museum
The Nordic House, Tórshavn
143 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.
3.3 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Sornfelli, Streymoy
86 min walk • 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.
2.7 miN
Scenic fjord framed by mountains
Skálafjørður
68 min walk • Skálafjørður is a fjord in Eysturoy and the longest in the Faroe Islands.
3.1 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Kambur, Eysturoy
80 min walk • Kambur is a mountain in Suðuroy, Faroe Islands, located on the northern side of the village Porkeri: Kambur is also visible from Hov.
0.7 miNE
62°6'30"N • 6°43'33"W
Løkshøll, Runavík
18 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater
4.5 miNW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Skála Stadium, Eysturoy
115 min walk • Undir Mýruhjalla is a stadium in Skála, Faroe Islands. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home ground of Skála ÍF. The stadium holds 1,000 people and opened in 1968.
0.6 miNE
Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Runavík Stadium, Runavík
16 min walk • Við Løkin is a stadium in Runavík, Faroe Islands. It is currently used mostly for football matches and is the home ground of NSÍ Runavík. The stadium holds 1,500 people.

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Which popular attractions are close to Svangaskarð?

Nearby attractions include Løkshøll, Runavík (18 min walk), Lake Toftir, Eysturoy (19 min walk).