Faer Isles Distillery: A Taste of the Faroe Islands
Experience the wild North Atlantic in every sip at the Faer Isles Distillery, the world's northernmost distillery in Vestmanna.
Nestled in Vestmanna, the Faer Isles Distillery is the northernmost distillery in the world, crafting whisky, gin, and akvavit using local botanicals and time-honored techniques. Visitors can tour the distillery, sample spirits, and learn about the unique maturation process influenced by the harsh North Atlantic climate.
A brief summary to Faer Isles Distillery
- 3 Fjarðarvegur, Vestmanna, FO
- +298779000
- Visit website
- Tuesday 2 pm-4 pm
- Thursday 2 pm-4 pm
- Friday 2 pm-4 pm
Local tips
- Book your distillery tour in advance, as tours can be canceled if there are too few bookings.
- The bar at the visitor center does not have regular opening hours, so plan your visit around a tour or event.
- Consider the Hvalvík-Vestmanna hike to arrive in Vestmanna for a scenic experience, topping it off with a distillery tour.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Tórshavn, take bus route 100 to Vestmanna. The bus departs from the Tórshavn Bus Terminal and arrives at Vestmanna in approximately 55 minutes. A single fare costs around 30 DKK. From the bus stop in Vestmanna, the distillery is a short walk away.
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Driving
From Tórshavn, drive to Vestmanna via route 100. The journey is approximately 38 km and takes around 34 minutes. Parking is available in Vestmanna. Some accommodations in Vestmanna offer free parking. Be aware that the route includes tunnels.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Vestmannabjørgini Sp/F
0.1 km
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Fishing with Blástein
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Vestmanna Camping
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Vestmanna Sea Cliffs
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Vestmannabjørgini
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Standbeeld Ólavur á Heygum
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Krákureiðrið
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Vestmanna guesthouse
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Vestmanna scenic point
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Streymoy
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Viewpoint over Kvívík
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Hvalviksskardh
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Kvivik Church
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Unmissable attractions to see
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Vestmanna Sea Cliffs Tours
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SagaMuseum
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Vestmana gulf
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Vestmanna
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Slættanes
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Vágar
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Hvalvik
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Fjallavatn
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Hvalastøðin við Áir
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Saksun Church
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Dúvugarðar Heritage Farm
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Dúvugarðar Saksun Heritage Farm
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Essential places to dine
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Koks Restaurant
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Café Zorva
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Magnstøðin í Vestmanna
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Rúsdrekkasøla Landsins - Vestmanna
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KVÍVÍKKNIT
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prull.fo
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SVANHILD
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Bjarnastova Soaps
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Múlafossur Waterfall
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View on Mullafossur and Gasadalur village
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