Torshavn, Faroe Islands 🇫🇴 Guide To The Smallest Capital in Europe!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Tórshavn is a beautiful charming city, perfect starting point for any Faroese adventure! Check out my previous videos to learn about the beautiful hikes you can do: kzbin.info/aero/PLXOJRkIcGUoaJfKQD6OmEzEPdvvHpZGSm

[@rdbchase]

The fort was built to protect against English merchant ships?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@ I read it that it was built to protect from pirate attacks

[@rdbchase]

@@LukeGeeTravels There wasn't much in the way of hostilities between England and Denmark for about 800 years before the Napoleonic era.

[@samipietila1661]

Your advice about respecting the local residents is absolute gold. Thanks for the video :D

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It’s polite to respect them because especially in Faroe Islands, many of the places are privately owned so the owners could just look it up for good. Thank you for watching!

[@MattIvey]

Visiting in September! Can't wait!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

You’ll love it! Hope you get good weather! Keep in mind that if you’re looking to see puffins, they most likely will be gone by then

[@emsmendes9486]

I'm Brazilian and my dream is to visit the Faroe Islands. Since I was a child, I saw photos in school encyclopedias and dreamed of living on these islands. Who knows one day?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It is a magical place! If you are from Brazil, prepare for cold temperatures, sometimes it gets veryy windy but it is worth it! If you are lucky, you can see the northern lights!

[@mamoshiferaw527]

Is it true that there is shortage of women in this country ?

[@emsmendes9486]

@@mamoshiferaw527 What is your mental age? 7 years?

[@Koyumasa_Art]

​@@mamoshiferaw527yep

[@rimasmeleshyus9486]

Wow , so beautiful Faroe 🇫🇴 islands . Greetings from beautiful tropical Hawaii islands ⛵️ 🏝

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thanks so much from watching! I have not been to Hawaii yet! What island are you from?

[@angelusfurore8565]

Two my favorite archipelagos Hawaii and Faroes❤

[@hiimterry2009]

I loved my time in Torshavn! When we visited St. Olaf's there was nobody there and it was so peaceful. The Faroes are just wonderful.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

The Faroes have such a unique landscape and yes- not many tourists make it there or even dare to explore! What time of the year did you go?

[@hiimterry2009]

@@LukeGeeTravels My daughter and I went as part of Closed For Maintenance at the end of this past April. It was the best trip!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@@hiimterry2009 oh that’s awesome, I know Faroe Island does that every few years and I really love how they take care of their country!❤️

[@paulinecheng3004]

BEAUTIFUL VIEWS! 📸👀👌💥🌟🤗👍🏻NICE VLOG! THX.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you for watching Pauline:)

[@BobI-jb4rk]

Love the fishing community and their civic pride. I’m enjoying your enhanced editing skills!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Ehh, trying but i’ve been using my sony camera for future videos so you will definitely see some more quality! But yes the Faroes are really quiet which I absolutely loved not having to deal with places jam-packed with tourists

[@BobI-jb4rk]

@@LukeGeeTravels Sincerely, I appreciate your videos and perspective. The cinematic effects have not gone unnoticed!!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@@BobI-jb4rk I really appreciate that more than you know! Because of comments like yours I want to keep improving while continuing to share these parts of the world with everyone.

[@123rusty4]

LOVE THAT THEY ARE STILL KILLING WHALES ??

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@@123rusty4 i’m not sure what you are referring to. If you’re referring to whale hunting, it’s a tradition that’s been passed on from generations. It’s how the faroese people survive, why is that wrong?

[@sevinchmirzayeva4741]

Super 👍🏻 Good job.I loved this place.I hope one day I'll get a chance to visit Faroe islands

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It’s a beautiful place to visit - I hope you get a chance to

[@MikeSantis]

Nice video thanks. Was there playing music at Cafe Natur by the harbour in 2007. Coming back here in December and looking so much forward!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

That’s very cool! Since then a lot in the country has changed - all the new tunnels they’ve built making the islands more accessible. Happy a great time!

[@MikeSantis]

@@LukeGeeTravels Looking forward. I thought they already have had many tunnels back then. The newest was the one at Gasadalur back then.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@ since 2007 yes the Gasadalur. I think the one connecting Eysturoy and Vagar and other smaller intra-island ones

[@artyomnuzhdin8711]

That's so beautiful. It might be very quiet and relax there. Charming city and island itself. Definitely worth of visiting and exploring at least 3-4 days. It makes me think of Bergen in Norway, or Visby in Sweden. Scandinavia is so gorgeous and stunning place to discover. Great video, good job. Thank you.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you for watching and your comments! I have not been to Norway but I have been to Stockholm. I really love the Scandinavian architecture, simple yet beautiful

[@jarabaa]

Excellent video. Very interesting selection of sites, well described, and allow me to say you have an engaging smile and a charming personality.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you very much! I have been told that when it comes to travel, my eyes just light up. I love sharing these places because I know most of my friends or family will never visit themselves

[@maninioveganfoodtravel]

Great video! Love from Greece :)

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it:)

[@muhammadhanifbaloch4430]

Nice video about Tórshavn, Video looked good.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed it

[@sirajhajififty]

Beautiful video, i subbed 🎉

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel!

[@DanielMundiViator]

Luke,you did such a great job,wow,I am speechless…Someday I hope I will get there also . Have a nice day ! 👊

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you! It’s a beautiful country, if you ever decide to visit, I have a whole playlist from Faroe Islands

[@mingmingVLOG]

This one is great, no wonder the best one!😊🙏🏻👍🏻

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I'm glad you think so! Thank you for watching Ming!

[@JoeEynés]

MERCI thank you from france . the place is sooooo nice

[@LukeGeeTravels]

You’re welcome! Enjoy if you decide to go! Beautiful country!💙

[@JoeEynés]

@@LukeGeeTravels THANK YOU

[@christianlorre]

Is it weird I watched this because I have a pokemon go friend who lives there? That's so beautiful, I would love to visit.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Not at all, glad you enjoyed the video! It’s a beautiful city and country when you do go and visit!

[@HimalSinghInc]

Guess the Vikings playing Pokémon Go these days 🤷

[@sukhpreet5882]

Amazing this place

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you! It’s a very beautiful capital city

[@mynuoncambodia]

Beautiful 🤩

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you!

[@boeriksson9116]

Next week we will be there!😊

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Have a great time! Let me know if you have any questions

[@WilliamBelibaste]

Used to have a girl friend here. Visited her family and sisters here. Wonderful memories . Took a ferry from Aberdeen. Rough as one could imagine. (Skillicorn)

[@LukeGeeTravels]

That must have been a great experience, but I can imagine crossing those seas from Scotland is no Joke! Thank you for watching Will!

[@томас_Хиггинс]

Great video

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you!

[@nabroski1101]

Невероятная красота как в сказке❤

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Yes it is! Beautiful country with magical landscape! I recommend people come to Faroe Islands🇫🇴❤️

[@yoyobase4638]

Wow very big city🤩

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It is one of the smallest in Europe🙂

[@yoyobase4638]

@@LukeGeeTravels no I live there it’s very big

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@@yoyobase4638 ahh, okay! I thought you were joking at first

[@KyawKyawBolJohnBol]

I like roof with grasses😮🎉🎉

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It’s really good for the environment and it provides great insulation for the homes! I really love the Scandinavian architecture

[@Zhiivago]

The most beautiful country flag in my opinion 🇫🇴 🇫🇴 🇫🇴 🇫🇴

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It is very aesthetic, I agree with you!

[@Frag_Limit]

My dream destination

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It’s so beautiful and the nature feels untouched! I highlyy recommend it!

[@aesthetix3398]

Nice video!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you!

[@genevieveamoah3929]

INFACT I LOVE THIS FAROISAND TORSHAVN 👌👌

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It’s a charming city for sure :)

[@whiteangel127]

Thanks for the video! I am planning to go in Sept. 2025.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

That should be a great time! It is when I went - you nay get lucky and see the Northern Lights!

[@juli8vdberg562]

May I ask what is the best period to visit the islands? I know the weather is much like in Scotland and Ireland changing much and can be cold or warm in a same day, but what periode would be most recommended? Also not too touristy but more hotel availability for spontaneous cruises around the isles instead of planning everything ahead of time

[@LukeGeeTravels]

The most popular or best season is between May - August. The puffin colonies return to the islands, much more sunshine and opportunity for better weather. I did this trip in the beginning of September and had amazing weather for most of my time, unfortunately I did not get to see the puffins. I did a whole video explaining a visit to Faroe Islands here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ66iohmf5yaq8k

[@juli8vdberg562]

@@LukeGeeTravels thanks a lot; I didn’t know of puffins and was thinking of late April but obviously better in May or June or maybe late August escaping the summer heat and to have that fresh air

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@juli8vdberg562 you have to spend a little more than some other countries because it is an island so things are generally expensive. It’s not as expensive as I thought and definitely rent a car!

[@juli8vdberg562]

@@LukeGeeTravels well of course.. it imports much of what it needs and surely requires a car to get around seeing places around the islands … tours are way too expensive and offer short time to hike and explore on your own

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@@juli8vdberg562 I agree! One company you may want to look into is Guide to Faroe Islands and I would recommend at least one week to explore few of the islands. They're all very unique and have a lot to offer

[@Warriorcats64]

Looks like somewhere in the Icelandic Westfjords.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I have never been but it’s on my list! Norway too! 🇳🇴

[@bijoycar7121]

Wow Nice your video love you From Bangladesh 💖💖🇧🇩🇧🇩

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you so much for watching! ❤️🇧🇩

[@josephbicknell6522]

Does homeowner insurance cover falling off the roof while mowing your lawn? I really love the white painted foundations. It makes everything so clean and historic feeling. The triangle modernist church is about as ugly as modern architecture gets. Thank you for the tour! It's an amazing look at a place I'll never visit but wish I could.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I personally really like Scandinavian architecture. It's simple, lots of light, and smartly done. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@tahsinmansurbeg2936]

Very beautiful but I thought It was still a part of the Kingdom of Denmark and not a fully independent country!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you for clarifying! Hope you enjoyed the video

[@pmocityzocsy]

how fast are the Amazon deliveries over there without Prime?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

That I have no idea. I didn’t know amazon worked in europe😮

[@maryamabdullah3034]

I will love to visit this beautiful ❤ place someday. If God Wills.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I hope you do! The landscape is unlike anything I have seen! Inshallah!

[@maryamabdullah3034]

@LukeGeeTravels you have a new subscriber :)

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you so much!❤️❤️ welcome to the channel!

[@davefuller84]

Lol, city. But I guess it is relative to the rest of the Faroes. My town is about the same population in Connecticut to the whole country. Torshavn is really fun though. I recommend visiting the Faroe Islands

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Very relative but you’re right, thoroughly enjoyable, clean and not crowded at all city - which I loved! Where in connecticut are you from? I am hoping to make a roadtrip through the east coast, mainly coastal cities because I love lighthouses

[@DCI_LeoDan_]

I would like to move to the Faroe Islands. What would you recommend for me to do to move there?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I’m sorry but I have no idea what it takes to live there. It probably all depends what kind of jobs you’re looking for and how hard it is to get one

[@roberthansen2498]

How did you get permission to use the drone over Torshavn? I would love to bring my drone along next time going there.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I didn’t require any permission, most places around the islands - except near the airport - do not have any restrictions

[@newforestpixie5297]

i always appreciate how most houses in all Northern European countries are bright coloured to counter the long grey spells of winter climate yet in good old miserable England with its minimum of 90 grey miserable days every year , the majority of home owners still insist on a homogeneous White or Magnolia to grace their properties’ exterior. The English call this “Neutral” whilst meaning how they lack imagination & individuality.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It really does put you in a better mood when you see some colors! I haven’t explored much of England but in Edinburgh they have.. is it Victoria street? Lined with colorful shops

[@WardDorrity]

The Faroes are stunning. Home to one of my very favorite singers and musicians, Eivør. But try as I may, I just can't seem to wrap my head around Faroese. Finnish is much easier.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I know Faroes is a form of Danish. Many Faroese people speak Danish and English but you’re right it’s a hard language. Im going to Finland later this year and reading the names is a tongue twister

[@WardDorrity]

@@LukeGeeTravels It's not so bad. Emphasis is on the first syllable and every vowel is pronounced (usually). But there is a caution. Spoken Finnish is different from formal Finnish. So what you might read in a book is not what you'll hear on the streets.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@WardDorrity I’ll just do my best! I learned that people appreciate the effort of visitors in their country!

[@shtroms]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you

[@christophbreitenbach4112]

Danke! Aber ich hasse es, wenn ein Bild nur eine Sekunde lang zu sehen ist.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I am trying to get better at leaving longer clips, hopefully you’ll enjoy future videos on this channel

[@lightningleaf23]

They are not fully independent they have autonomy but defence and other things is the responsibility of Denmark

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I’ve learned that now as people have pointed out, I appreciate the comment!

[@gavin4175]

Did you try any whale/orca whilst you stayed?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I did not:/ I looked for it but I skipped out on the fancy restaurants while in Torshavn due to the fact that I wanted to be within my budget

[@Rene-kg7pf]

Don't know why some youtubers (maybe sadly not surprising) don't do their research properly when they anyways try to mention factual things... Faroe islands are not a country it is part of the Danish Kingdom... Simple fact that's not difficult to get right!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I appreciate your comment, however, I did mention Faroe Islands are part of Kingdom of Denmark but they have their own government and are autonomous. To me, that signifies an independent country. We can agree to disagree

[@Rene-kg7pf]

@LukeGeeTravels just does an independent country have parliament members in another countries' government then ?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@Rene-kg7pf i do not get that deep into politics, I’m simply trying trying to share a general overview of the places I’m visiting. Sorry if this has upset you.

[@Rene-kg7pf]

@LukeGeeTravels no its not about anything you say I express what I mean I don't hide anything... its like you have broken up in a relationship but still then see your ex (not totally on your own as you want or say you are) extra to that I say no matter how much you don't care about politics it is actually where its decided and agreed upon if you are a sovereign country or not... And also then if you are you will be on the UN list over countries right? You are not therr yet sorry how ever much you want to be... And yes I still believe in fact checking before making a video

[@blblblblbl395]

​​​@@LukeGeeTravelsevery state in the USA has a parliament (called State Legislature or General Assembly). Also, these states are more than autonomous, they're officially sovereign, just as the federal government. Yet, no one refers to Alaska, Hawaii or even Guam as countries, simply because it's not what they are. The same thing applies to the Faroe Islands. There is a principle in international law that to be considered a sovereign country, an entity must be able to enter into diplomatic relationships with other countries/governments. Apart from some limited aspects, and since 2005 only, the foreign relations of the Faroe Islands are handled by Denmark. Currently, the Faroe Islands are not a sovereign country, but maybe they will be in the future.

[@ceciliazderic214]

No evergreen trees. Barely any trees except little ones. I love our tall, old trees, and there are so many forests. Kinda barren land and lack of capability to grow many vegetables or fruit or crops in the Faroes. Nothing good to eat there. A whole different culture from the beautiful Pacific NorthWest, USA, where I was raised. Faroe looks interesting because of the different culture like other counties on our wonderful earth ❤

[@LukeGeeTravels]

You’ve got the beautiful cliffs and the sound of the ocean! I totally understand though, the lush forests of PNW and the wildflowers in the summer add that extra beauty. Faroe definitely feels unspoiled which I loved just exploring without being surrounded by tourists. Hope you get to visit Faroe Islands 🇫🇴!

[@WardDorrity]

I live in the Pacific Northwest, rural Idaho to be more specific. I love the big, silent open spaces. The Faroes has its charm, though. Also open and unspoiled. Plus it's home to one of my absolute favorite singers, Eivør.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@WardDorrity once you leave the city it’s so peaceful. Waterfalls flowing over the cliffs, ocean to one side and beautiful cliffs and mountains on the other side. Magical

[@joshuatan3353]

I don't think this is smaller than longyearbyen, svalvard.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Probably bigger! I would love to visit Svalvard🤩

[@elfaarnadottir1216]

Mariehamn is tiny bit smaller in population then Torshavn wich lets Mariehamn be the smallest capital in europe

[@LukeGeeTravels]

What city is this capital of?

[@georgemacpherson1992]

@@LukeGeeTravelscapital of Åland Islands

[@georgemacpherson1992]

It’s based on capitals of countries @elfaarnadottir1216

[@tomashlavacek8355]

Torshavn is the best city for living.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Do you currently live there?

[@Forlfir]

I thought Valetta was the smallest one

[@LukeGeeTravels]

You could be right, different sources say different things

[@mladenzrnic2669]

Eg kenni føroyska málið fimmti-fimmti, men eg visti ikki, at tað var ein so vakur býur. Tað er ein vakur býur. Eg vil gjarna koma til Føroya ein dag.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

tað er ein vakur býur og land! tú mást vitja! hvat er títt høvuðsmál? danskt?

[@mladenzrnic2669]

​@@LukeGeeTravelsEg skal byrja við Noregi, eg elski skandinavar, teirra mentan er so stór. Eg helt, at Føroyar ikki vóru búsettar, at bert 10% av fólkinum búðu. Men ein ordiliga lekkur býur.

[@lazarleontijevic4158]

Where are people?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Probably home because it was Sunday. It’s a very small capital city.

[@tomashlavacek8827]

Torshavn is the best city to live.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It’s definitely quiet, peaceful and charming!

[@MaximDL1410]

☝️👏❤️✊

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you for watching!

[@dersandmann1585]

Ich mach Urlaub in Ländern mit lustigen Ortsnamen

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Oh really! What other countries have you been to?

[@t0mcc]

Sportwagen selbes Land wie die Escort-Dame

[@jonpaulojequinto4169]

One google search away and you will be able to confirm that the Faroes is not a country, and neither is it defined as "independent", much less fully. It is Autonomous, yes, but being Autonomous and being independent are not synonymous. Thank for showing us around, tho!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Glad you liked the video!

[@maxgutierrez3570]

Seems like a ghost town. No people at all in the streets.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It was a Sunday, most people spent time at homes with their family. I’m sure that was the case here

[@MammusaEinki]

Alas we are not fully self-governing.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Understood! :)

[@tiagomaia00]

The biggest richess in a country: People... where are them?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It was a Sunday when I explored Torshavn, many people were probably home with their families

[@zielonapapuga6754]

You're very beautiful.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Thank you😅

[@superchargenurse]

Tbh its really small and there's not much to do

[@LukeGeeTravels]

It’s small but the old historic part is great to stroll through and it’s a perfect place to stay to start many adventures

[@andersnilsson9610]

Where is all the Arabs?

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I have no idea, maybe this isnt a destination they want to see

[@Xanderman]

We do not need Arabs in the faroes. Thank you.

[@aritafamilychanal192]

WHY IS MY BAT HERE?????????

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Your bat?! I dont understand

[@donepearce]

What you see here is money. A lot of money.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

How so?

[@donepearce]

@@LukeGeeTravels everything is beautiful and there is not a single house in disrepair. That requires a large disposable income.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

@@donepearce that is true! And i think people really care about their land and preserving it

[@Sureagurk]

buldings, no rum i vidio or mind. time robber."!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I’ dont understand your comment but thank you for watching

[@michaelabayer6711]

#stopthegrind don't support it

[@LukeGeeTravels]

Very confused by your comment??

[@martinmldrup3506]

Chowsaan 😂

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I don’t understand what this means?

[@angelusfurore8565]

It's not Europe

[@LukeGeeTravels]

What continent do Faroe Islands belong to in your opinion?

[@manuelmartinelli8184]

Respect the whales and the sea, murderer!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I respect people’s cultures.

[@wendyvanbesauw9885]

have you been there ? No with such a blunt answer. There's animal cruelty in EVERY country in the world. Don't judge a book by it's cover, read the damned pages !

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I’m glad you understand😊 The Faroese people use the meat from these whales to survive and feed themselves, but people from the outside see a headline and judge without knowing the facts🤷🏼‍♂️

[@JerseyKarl]

And they Slaughter 1400 whales a year! Disgusting and Shameful behavior!!

[@LukeGeeTravels]

That’s a false accusation that media portrays. Please read further into what is actually happening, how the locals use the food and talk to the Faroese people to learn more!

[@JerseyKarl]

@@LukeGeeTravels Facts are Facts!

[@davefiers6184]

What else can they really eat ?

[@KyawKyawBolJohnBol]

I like roof with grasses😮🎉🎉

[@LukeGeeTravels]

They’re beautiful and unique!

[@tomashlavacek8355]

Torshavn is the best city for living.

[@LukeGeeTravels]

I really liked it’s charm, whats makes you think it’s the best?