Saksun, Village in Streymoy, Faroe Islands.
The settlement stands at the end of a narrow valley, surrounded by steep mountains and overlooking a tidal lagoon filled by the North Atlantic Ocean.
Records from 1400 document the devastating impact of the Black Death on Saksun's population, leading to significant changes in the community's development.
The white church, relocated from Tjornuvik in 1858, marks the center of local religious life and contains traditional Faroese architectural elements.
The village connects to Hvalvik through a single-track road with designated areas for vehicles to pass, requiring careful navigation during the 10-minute drive.
The natural harbor transformed into a lagoon when storms filled it with sand, creating a distinctive landscape where water levels change with each tide.
Location: Sunda kommuna
Address: Saksun 436, Faroe Islands 436 Saksun 436 Saksun
GPS coordinates: 62.24308,-7.16394
Latest update: March 15, 2025 11:27
The Faroe Islands feature natural landscapes with waterfalls pouring into the ocean, sheer cliffs, elevated lakes, and coastal villages with traditional houses. The archipelago includes notable geological sites like Lake Sorvagsvatn and the Drangarnir rock formations. The villages retain their architecture with turf roofs, natural harbors, and historic churches. Hiking trails provide access to viewpoints over the fjords and mountains.
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Vørðufelli
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