The gorge
Natural harbour.
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Gjógv is a small village on the north-east tip of the island of Eysturoy in the Faroe Islands, about 63 km by road north of Tórshavn and 36 km in a straight line. It is named after the sea gorge it sits beside: its name simply means «gorge» in Faroese. The gorge runs about 200 m from the village north to the sea between two steep rock walls, filled with sea water. It served as a sheltered natural harbour, with boats hauled up a stone slipway and steps onto land. The village was first mentioned in 1584 and long lived from catching, drying and salting fish. Colourful houses and black wooden houses with turf roofs cluster around a small stream, ringed by green mountains. Walking trails lead from the village along the slopes above the sea, where puffins and other seabirds can be seen in summer. The village is free to visit. The mountain road there is scenic, with wide views, and Slættaratindur, the highest peak in the Faroes, rises nearby.
Natural harbour.
Around the stream.
In summer.
Eysturoy, Faroe Islands
About 63 km by road.
Yes.