Magnus Cathedral, Kirkjubøur

Name: Magnus Cathedral
Address: Kirkjubøur, Faroe Islands

#3 among attractions in Kirkjubøur

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Magnus Cathedral is a ruined cathedral in the village of Kirkjubøur on the island of Streymoy in the Faroe Islands. The ruins are the largest medieval building in the Faroe Islands. ()

Local name: Kirkjubømúrurin Architectural style: GothicCoordinates: 61°57'21"N, 6°47'36"W

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Magnus Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Museum of the Faroe Islands, Saint Olav's Church, Kirkjubøargarður, Tórsvøllur.

5.3 miN
Natural and cultural history museum
National Museum of the Faroe Islands, Hoyvík
137 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...
~1520 ftS
Church
Saint Olav's Church, Kirkjubøur
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~1420 ftS
Church, Museum
Kirkjubøargarður, Kirkjubøur
7 min walk • Kirkjubøargarður is one of the oldest still inhabited wooden houses in the world, if not the oldest. The farm itself has always been the largest in the Faroe Islands. The old farmhouse of Kirkjubøur dates back to the 11th century.
4.4 miN
Sport complex, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Tórsvøllur, Tórshavn
113 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...
3.9 miN
Striking local church, built in 1609
Tórshavn Cathedral, Tórshavn
99 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...
4.4 miN
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Gundadalur, Tórshavn
113 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...
4.3 miN
Local art and history in a modern space
Listasavn Føroya, Tórshavn
110 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...
4.1 miN
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Mariukirkjan, Tórshavn
104 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.
3.7 miN
Lighthouse, Military base, Historical place
Skansin, Tórshavn
95 min walk • Skansin is a historic fortress in Tórshavn, the capital of the Faroe Islands. Skansin is located on a hill beside the port of Tórshavn.
3.8 miN
Historic walking areas
Tinganes, Tórshavn
96 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.
4.6 miN
Museum
The Nordic House, Tórshavn
117 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.