Kallur Lighthouse in Faroe Islands 2024
A picturesque place in the Faroe Islands, captivating with its chilly northern beauty
Best time: April–October
The epic scenery of Kallur Lighthouse, built in 1927 and perched high on a rocky cliff, remains one of the most popular and breathtaking spots with gorgeous photo opportunities. Nestled on the northernmost tip of the narrow Kalsoy Island, Kallur Lighthouse provides stunning views of the islands Eysturoy and Streymoy, as well as two rock formations, Risin and Kellingin.
Best Time To Visit Kallur Lighthouse
In summer, you have a better chance of catching good weather, but at the same time, you'll have to deal with crowded ferry. In the off-season, you're more likely to encounter unstable weather, but you’ll avoid the crowds. However, the months from April to October are generally considered the best time to visit Kallur Lighthouse.
How To Get To Kallur Lighthouse
It's best to reserve a full day for a trip to Kallur Lighthouse, as it requires a bit of planning. Visitors must take a ferry, followed by a drive through narrow tunnels by a car or bus, and lastly, an about hour-hike to reach Kallur.
The North Atlantic Ocean surrounds Kalsoy Island, and the only way to reach it is by taking a small ferry that departs from the town of Klaksvík on Borðoy Island. The first ferry from Klaksvík to Syðradalur leaves at 6:40 am on weekdays, 8 am on Saturdays, and 10 am on Sundays. The last regular departures back to Klaksvík are 6:30 pm on weekdays and 5:15 pm on weekends. A late departure from Syðradalur at 10:35 pm is available upon request by phone. Additionally, in the period from May 1 to August 31, the schedule undergoes some changes.
Next, you need to pass through four single-lane tunnels (20 minutes drive) and reach the most northern village on the iKalsoy Island, Trøllanes, where all hikes to the lighthouse start. Upon arriving in Trøllanes, most travelers parked at the lot next to the public restroom before starting the hike.
The 1-mile (1.6 km) hike is fairly easy for most visitors in good health. However, it becomes much harder during the winter, as the snow covers the trail. After the hike, you'll be rewarded with spectacular scenery of the island Eysturoy and Streymoy and the Risin & Kellingin rock formations. The Kallur Lighthouse stands at a spectacular spot where two ridges, making it a perfect focus point for capturing incredible photos of the area.
To reach the viewpoint where everyone takes the photo of the lighthouse with Borgarin mountain in the background, visitors must cross the northern ridge. This can be challenging for some due to the steep drops on both sides.
Kallur Lighthouse Tours
You may want to visit Kallur Lighthouse as part of a tour, which will handle all the logistics. For example, you can book the From Tórshavn: Kallur Lighthouse on Kalsoy Island Tour, a one-day local guide tour from Tórshavn that costs $255. Alternatively, you can opt for a Private 7-Hour Kallur Lighthouse Experience for $899.
Other Place To See During Trip To Kallur Lighthouse
Additionally, visiting Kalsoy Island for its picture-perfect view is a great idea, as it was a filming location in the James Bond film No Time to Die. During your trip to Kallur Lighthouse, you can also visit the seal woman statue in Mikladalur, valley of Djúpidalur, hike Klakkur mountain, or discover other fascinating options on the island.
