Trøllkonufingur

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Trøllkonufingur, Rock formation on Vágar Island, Faroe Islands.

The Trøllkonufingur rises 313 meters above sea level, forming a vertical monolith that stands against the North Atlantic Ocean background.

In 1844, a member of the Danish royal entourage reached the summit to wave at Crown Prince Frederick VII but later fell while retrieving a glove.

Local tales narrate that the rock represents the finger of a witch who attempted to drag the Faroe Islands toward Iceland but turned to stone.

Visitors can start their walk from Sandavágur village or drive closer to reduce walking time, with the route taking approximately twenty minutes.

Only eleven climbers have documented reaching the peak of this formation, which serves as a nesting location for Northern fulmars during breeding season.

Address: Trøllkonufingur, 360, Faroe Islands 360 360

GPS coordinates: 62.05000,-7.08819

Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:21

Natural Beauties and Lost Villages of the Faroe Islands

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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