Updated Jan 26, 2026
KEY STATS
13K
Population
121 Mbps
Internet
Atlantic/Faroe
Timezone
FAE (27km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Tórshavn, locally referred to as Havn, is the capital and largest city of the Faroe Islands. It is located in the southern part on the east coast of Streymoy. To the northwest of the city lies the 347-meter-high (1,138 ft) mountain Húsareyn, and to the southwest, the 350-meter-high (1,150 ft) Kirkjubøreyn. They are separated by the Sandá River. ...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Faroe Islands
Region
Northern Europe
Population
13K
Timezone
Atlantic/Faroe
Language
Danish
Status
Capital City
Airport
FAE
GPS
62.01, -6.77
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 121 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
A smaller city of 13,200 people in Faroe Islands
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,565 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
30
Cafes
14
Bars
11
Fast Food
12
Shopping
Supermarkets
16
Convenience
9
Shopping Malls
2
Healthcare
Hospitals
1
Clinics
9
Pharmacies
3
Education
Schools
35
Universities
4
Libraries
2
Recreation
Parks
37
Playgrounds
38
Sports
19
Cinemas
1
Museums
8
Theatres
5
Transport
Bus Stops
212
Fuel Stations
7
Services
Banks
9
ATMs
9
Post Offices
5
Police
2
Fire Stations
2
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
121 Mbps
Download
76 Mbps
Upload
11ms
Latency
948
Tests
412
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
3°
J
4°
F
5°
M
7°
A
9°
M
10°
J
10°
J
10°
A
9°
S
7°
O
5°
N
4°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 6.7 C Range: 3 - 10.4 C Rain: 2,051 mm/year Sunshine: 1,560 h/year
CITY SCORES
64.1
Nomad Index
D
Livability
37.5
Culture
40.5
Overall
AIRPORT
FAE
Vágar Airport
27 km from center
~49 min ride
FUN FACTS
'Thor's harbour'; Danish: Thorshavn), locally referred to as Havn, is the capital and largest city of the Faroe Islands.
To the northwest of the city lies the 347-meter-high (1,138 ft) mountain Húsareyn, and to the southwest, the 350-meter-high (1,150 ft) Kirkjubøreyn.
They are separated by the Sandá River.
The city itself has a population of 14,223 (2024), and the greater urban area has a population of 22,444, including the suburbs of Hoyvík and Argir.
Tórshavn thus became the capital of the Faroe Islands and has remained so ever since.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Tórshavn known for?
Tórshavn is a city in Faroe Islands. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Tórshavn?
Tórshavn has an average download speed of 121 Mbps and upload speed of 76 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Tórshavn?
Tórshavn has an average year-round temperature of approximately 6.7 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Tórshavn?
Tórshavn is served by FAE (Vágar Airport), approximately 27 km from the city center.
What is the population of Tórshavn?
The population of Tórshavn is approximately 13K.
What infrastructure does Tórshavn have?
Tórshavn has 1,565 mapped points of interest, including 30 restaurants, 1 hospitals, 35 schools.
What country is Tórshavn in?
Tórshavn is located in Faroe Islands.
