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Eysturoy Tunnel: An Underwater Marvel

Experience the world's first undersea roundabout in the Faroe Islands, connecting Streymoy and Eysturoy with art and innovative engineering.

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The Eysturoy Tunnel (Eysturoyartunnilin) is an impressive subsea road tunnel connecting the islands of Streymoy and Eysturoy in the Faroe Islands. It is the longest underwater tunnel in the Faroe Islands, featuring the world's first and only underwater roundabout adorned with art and light installations.

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  • Monday 12 am-12 am
  • Tuesday 12 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 am-12 am
  • Thursday 12 am-12 am
  • Friday 12 am-12 am
  • Saturday 12 am-12 am
  • Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Consider driving through the tunnel during daylight hours to appreciate the illuminated roundabout art installation fully.
  • Tune your car radio to 97.0 FM while driving through the tunnel for a unique musical experience.
  • Check local weather conditions before your trip, as the roads leading to the tunnel can be affected by adverse weather.
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Getting There

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    The Eysturoy Tunnel connects Streymoy and Eysturoy islands. From Tórshavn on Streymoy, follow signs for Eysturoy. The tunnel entrance is near Hvítanes. Once through the tunnel, you emerge on Eysturoy Island, with access to Runavík and Strendur. Note that a toll is charged for using the tunnel. As of July 2025, the toll fee for a standard vehicle is 175 DKK one way. Payment can be made online.

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The Eysturoy Tunnel, or Eysturoyartunnilin, is a groundbreaking infrastructure project in the Faroe Islands that has transformed travel between the two most populated islands, Streymoy and Eysturoy. Stretching over 11 kilometers (6.8 miles), this subsea tunnel is an impressive feat of engineering, reaching depths of 189 meters (613.5 feet) below sea level. Opened in December 2020, it has significantly reduced travel times and improved connectivity across the region. The tunnel's most remarkable feature is the world's first underwater roundabout. Located beneath the seabed, this roundabout connects the capital city of Tórshavn to both sides of the Skálafjørður fjord, streamlining traffic flow and cutting travel time between Tórshavn and Runavík from over an hour to just 16 minutes. The roundabout itself is an attraction, adorned with a sculpture by Faroese artist Tróndur Patursson, featuring color-changing lights and steelwork representing a traditional Faroese chain dance. Motorists can even tune their radios to 97.0 FM for music composed specifically for the tunnel experience. The Eysturoy Tunnel represents a significant investment in the Faroe Islands' infrastructure, costing an estimated 1 billion DKK. It stands as the third underwater tunnel in the Faroe Islands, following the Vágatunnilin (Vágar Tunnel) opened in 2002 and the Norðoyatunnilin (Northern Isles Tunnel) opened in 2006. The tunnel not only eases transportation but has also become a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors eager to witness this unique subsea infrastructure.

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