Lake Sørvágsvatn
Sørvágsvatn / Leitisvatn
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The largest lake in the Faroe Islands, known for an optical illusion that makes it appear to hover hundreds of feet above sea level.

📜 Glacial lake, largest in the Faroe Islands, located on Vágar island.
🔍 Known for an optical illusion making it appear high above the Atlantic Ocean.

Why Go

🌊 Experience a unique optical illusion
🏞️ Hike to the impressive Bøsdalafossur waterfall
🎣 Good conditions for fishing
🐎 Horseback riding tours available
🚤 Boat trips from April to September

Why Avoid

⚠️ Hiking in this area requires a fee

Tips

🚶 The easy hike to Bøsdalafossur takes 45 minutes to 1 hour.
🅿️ Follow signs to "Trælanípa/Bøsdalafossur" from Miðvágur church.

Cost

💰 Hiking fee required for access to the area.

Hours

🕒 Boat trips available annually from April to September.

Last updated 6 days ago

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