Mikladalur, Valley settlement on Kalsoy island, Faroe Islands.
The village of Mikladalur occupies a U-shaped valley on the eastern coast of Kalsoy, surrounded by mountains and facing the North Atlantic Ocean.
The stone church of Mikladalur, constructed in 1856, stands as a central structure in this northern Faroese settlement of the Klaksvík municipality.
The bronze statue of Kópakonan, the seal woman, stands near the shoreline, representing the ancient folklore about seal people who shed their skins to dance.
A tunnel completed in 1985 connects Mikladalur to the northern village of Trøllanes, while daily ferries from Klaksvík dock at Syðradalur for island access.
The population of Mikladalur consists of 27 residents who maintain traditional Faroese customs in this remote location between steep cliffs and ocean waters.
Location: Klaksvík Municipality
Address: Mikladalur, Faroe Islands FO 797 Mikladalur FO 797 Mikladalur
GPS coordinates: 62.33519,-6.76608
Latest update: March 3, 2025 12:51
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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