The Nykur of Sørvágsvatn
Nykur
In Faroese legend, this sinister horse-shaped beast lures unsuspecting passersby only to drown them in the lake.

📜 Silver statue of the mythical Nykur rising from Lake Sørvágsvatn, created by local artist Pól Skarðenni.
A plaque nearby tells the legend of this sinister beast.

Why Go

🌊 See the statue of a famous mythical creature
📸 Great photo opportunity with the lake
🚶 Easy access from main road

Tips

🚗 Easily visible when driving from Vágar airport to Torshavn.
👀 Turn off the main road for a closer look.

Last updated 3 days ago

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