Kirkjugarður á Svínaryggi (Old Cemetery of Tórshavn)

If you want to be completely alone, you can visit the old cemetery Gamli Kirkjugarður above the West Harbor. If you have a soft spot for old, haunted cemeteries, you should definitely take a stroll through here.

The Kirkjugarður á Svínaryggí in Tórshavn is a historic cemetery that plays an important role in the history of the city and the Faroe Islands. It is one of the oldest burial grounds in Tórshavn and reflects the long history and cultural development of the region.The cemetery has been used to bury the city's residents over the centuries and contains the graves of important figures as well as ordinary citizens. The oldest gravestones and tombstones in the cemetery provide insight into the past and the religious and social customs of the Faroe Islands.The Kirkjugarður á Svínaryggí is not only a place of remembrance but also a significant cultural heritage site that preserves the community's history. Today, it is a tranquil space that offers both locals and visitors the opportunity to explore and appreciate the history and traditions of the Faroe Islands.