Sandavágur, Coastal village in Vágar Island, Faroe Islands.
Sandavágur sits along a sandy bay on the southern coast of Vágar Island, with homes spread across the coastal slope. The village connects to neighboring Streymoy Island through an undersea tunnel and contains a fish processing factory named Kovin that handles shrimp, roe, and meat products.
A runestone from the 13th century, discovered in 1917, indicates that a Norwegian Viking named Torkil Onundarson established the first settlement here. The inscription connects the village to early Norse expansion in these northern waters.
The Vestanstevna festival arrives each July, rotating among three villages and bringing traditional Faroese music, dancing, and local food to the community. Visitors can experience how island culture remains woven into daily celebrations.
The village sits along the southern coast with straightforward access via the undersea tunnel, making arrival convenient. Nearby walking paths and local facilities provide several options for exploring and spending time in the area.
The Trøllkonufingur rock formation rises to the east of the village and presents an exceptionally challenging climb. Historical records show that during a royal visit in 1844, only one person managed to reach its summit.
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