Funnings Church

Funnings Church is a wooden building that stands in the village of Funningur on Eysturoy island within Runavík Municipality. Its structure reflects traditional Faroese building practices adapted to the local island environment.

The church was established in the mid-19th century as one of the first permanent religious institutions in the area. Its founding represented the formal establishment of organized religious life for the local community.

The church serves as a gathering place where locals come together for services and community events that shape the rhythm of village life. It remains deeply woven into the identity of the people who live in and around Funningur.

The building is located in the village center of Funningur and can be reached via the main road through the community. Visitors should be aware that this is an active worship space where services take place regularly.

The wooden construction was a remarkable building achievement for a remote island community in the 19th century. The use of wood as the primary material, something limited in availability on the islands, makes this structure a noteworthy example of local craftsmanship.

Location: Runavík Municipality

Official opening: November 30, 1847

Made from material: wood

Address: 72PM+P9M, Funningur 475, Faroe Islands

Website: https://folkakirkjan.fo/um-folkakirkjuna/kirkjur/eysturoy/funnings-kirkja

GPS coordinates: 62.28684,-6.96635

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:47