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Hósvík - Leynavatn
The tour begins in Hósvík, a 5 hours hike and is moderate
Island Streymoy
Difficulty Moderate hike
Length 10 km
Pref. Wind East, South-east

The average hiking speed is 2 km per hour. This tour will take about 5 hours.

The tour begins in Hósvík village and is easy to walk. Follow Smørdalsá from Hósvík village up to Hósvíksgjógv. From Hósvíksskarð follow the cairns down to Leynavatn water. It is not recommended to walk the tour during hunting season from november 1st of November to 31st of December.

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Download and install Iphone / iOS users: please download and install the “Topo GPS” app. Then Buy the “Føroyakorti”, which is the map for the Faroe Islands. Price 29,00 DKK. Other / Android users: please download and install the “Great Britian” app. Then buy the “Føroyakorti” which is the map for the Faroe Islands. Price 29,00 DKK. How to use Use the app to open a downloaded hiking track. Safety Remember that the app is not a replacement for an original waterproof GPS unit. Not all smartphones can withstand the weather or being accidentally dropped / damaged.
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