🛟 Practical Information & Emergency Contacts
🚨 Emergency Numbers
These numbers work from all countries:
- Emergency (police, fire, ambulance): 112
- Local Police: +298 351001
- Fire Department: +298 351101
🏥 Medical Help & Pharmacy
- Medical Helpline: +298 1870 (Only works from Faroese phone numbers. International visitors should call 112, and the operator will connect them to the medical service.)
- Hospital: Suðuroyar Sjúkrahús, Tvøroyri
- Pharmacy: Tvøroyri Apotek, Tvøroyri
❤️ Defibrillator (AED)
Located on the wall of the Strandfaraskip Landsins warehouse in Tvøroyri. (Shown on the map in the welcome booklet.)
🔌 Electric Car Charging
- Charging station: Sjógøta 5, Tvøroyri
⛽ Fuel Station
- Magn Støðin, Trongisvágur (closest station)
💳 ATM
- BankNordik, Tvøroyri
🧭 Tourist Information – Kafé Kgl. Handilin (Tvøroyri)
There is now an official tourist information point in Tvøroyri, located inside Kafé Kgl. Handilin – the beautifully restored historic building that once housed T.F. Thomsen.
Visitors can stop by for local guidance, brochures, maps, and recommendations for exploring Suðuroy.
Available services:
- Information about attractions and activities
- Maps and hiking guidance
- Cultural events and “what’s on”
- Transport information
- Souvenirs and local products
- Friendly staff with local knowledge
Address: Kafé Kgl. Handilin, Tvøroyri (Located by the harbour — easy to find)
Opening hours: Monday–Friday: 11:00–18:00 (Weekend hours expected soon)