Guide to Hiking to Kallur Lighthouse, Kalsoy, Faroe Islands
The Kallur Lighthouse hike on Kalsoy Island is one of the most iconic trails in the Faroe Islands, leading across grassy ridgelines and dramatic sea cliffs. The path ends at a cliff-top lighthouse with sweeping views of Kunoy, Eysturoy, and Viðoy, offering a breathtaking panorama that captures the wild beauty of the North Atlantic.
Viewpoint - Kallur Lighthouse
Hike Overview and Map
Trailhead: Follow signs from Trøllanes small townsite “Kallur” | Google Maps
Bus Stop: town centre | Google Maps
Total Hiking Distance: 4.8 km | round trip
Total Hiking Duration: 1 hour hike | one way
Difficulty: Moderate
Altitude: 370 meters above sea level
Price: 200 DKK for Adults and 100 DKK for Children
Highlights: Sweeping cliff-top views of the North Atlantic, neighbouring islands Kunoy, Eysturoy, and Viðoy, the iconic Kallur Lighthouse, and the nearby monument featured in the James Bond film No Time to Die.
Getting There
From Klasvik:
Ferry
To get to the island of Kalsoy you must take a ferry from Klasvik to Syðradalur (56 Klasvik - Kalsoy).
Tickets can be purchased in advance on the Strandfaraskip Landsins website.
This site also includes timetables, which vary substantially over the course of the week and are seasonally dependent.
There is the option to either take your own hire car on the ferry or alternatively board as a passenger only.
Return trip without a vehicle is 105 DKK per adult, otheriwse a petroleum vehicle is approximately 270 DKK which includes the cost of the driver.
The ferry trip takes around 20 minutes.
Public Bus
Once on the island if arriving as a passenger the public buses are timed to align with the ferry timetable, but this can also be viewed on Strandfaraskip Landsins website.
The bus on Kalsoy is around 100 DKK and you can pay it directly to the driver either by cash or credit card.
Stops include Mikladalur (Seal Woman Statue) and Trøllanes (Kallur). With the total journey taking only 10 minutes.
This process was actually quite easy and I would recommend this for the cost and convenience.
Light House Viewpoint
General Tips
The path is well marked all the way from the gate to the lighthouse. Sheep graze along the trail so be sure to stick to marked routes and close gate behind you.
The weather is extremely unpredictable in the Faroe Islands so always prepare for rainfall with a rain/windproof jacket.
Along the trail can get extremely muddy so be sure to wear sturdy waterproof footwear.
Ensure you take enough food and water for the hike as there are no facilities once you leave Trøllanes.
The best viewpoint involves walking across a narrow ridgeline to get a shot of the lighthouse with the dramatic sea cliffs in the background.
Be very careful around the cliffs especially in windy conditions as most of the viewpoints are extremely exposed.
Right near the lighthouse there’s a plaque commemorating the filming of James Bond No Time To Die (2021), adding a fun cultural stop.
It is worth a quick stop in Mikladalur on the way back, this seaside village is home to the striking bronze statue of the Seal Woman, one of the Faroe Islands’ most famous legends.
In total 3 hours would be enough time to complete the hike to Kallur lighthouse and explore both Trøllanes and Mikladalur (Seal Woman Statue)
Syðradalur Port
Kallur Hike Ridgline to Viewpoint
Kallur Lighthouse Main Viewpoint
Where to Next
Mikladalur: Located on Kalsoy, just one bus stop before Trøllanes, this charming seaside village is best known for the striking Seal Woman statue overlooking the ocean. This is a good pitstop before departing the island.
Gjógv: about a 50-minute drive from Klasvik is the picturesque village of Gjógv. Its defining feature is a deep sea gorge once used as a natural harbour, with views stretching across the North Atlantic and a cluster of brightly painted houses adding to its charm.
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