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Tjornuvik — Faroe Islands
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Tjornuvik

Streymoy, Faroe Islands · 🇫🇴 Faroe Islands

Local gemEurope

Black sand in an amphitheatre of peaks, gazing out at the Faroes' famous giant-and-witch sea stacks.

Water at Tjornuvik (Streymoy, Faroe Islands, Faroe Islands) runs to about 11°C at the height of the season, and June to August is the window to aim for.

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Sea temperature
~11°C in the warm season
Water
Cold, clear North Atlantic
Sand
Dark grey-black sand in a bay at the island's northern end
Swimming
For cold-water surfers and hardy swimmers only
Surf
A noted Faroese cold-water surf break
Best time to visit
June to August
Setting
A tiny turf-roofed village ringed by peaks, facing the Risin og Kellingin sea stacks
Beach type
Wild & scenic
Region
Europe

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Tjornuvik: frequently asked questions

Where is Tjornuvik?

Tjornuvik is at Streymoy, on the coast of Faroe Islands.

What is the sea temperature at Tjornuvik?

In the warm season the sea at Tjornuvik reaches about 11°C. Cold, clear North Atlantic.

When is the best time to visit Tjornuvik?

The best time to visit Tjornuvik is June to August. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.

What kind of sand does Tjornuvik have?

Tjornuvik has dark grey-black sand in a bay at the island's northern end.

Is Tjornuvik good for swimming?

For cold-water surfers and hardy swimmers only.

Can you surf at Tjornuvik?

A noted Faroese cold-water surf break.

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