Lake Leitisvatn

The Faroe Islands contain Lake Leitisvatn, also called Srvágsvatn. The lake is 3.6 square kilometers in size. This is the renowned lake that, when viewed from the Traelanpan cliff, will provide an optical illusion. The most well-known and biggest lake in the Faroe Islands is this one. This lake is a floating body of water that is 3.6 square kilometers in size and 6 kilometers long. The lake is situated on the Vágar islands, close to the airport, between the communities of Mivágur and Srvágur. Located in the lake, the statue of Nix is illuminated at night.

The local villagers frequently discuss the lake's name. While residents in the villages of Mivágur and Sandavágur to the east like Leitisvatn, those in Sørvágur to the west of the lake prefer Sørvágsvatn. Due to the optical illusion you will experience from the steep cliff Traelanípan, travelers choose to refer to it as "The Lake Above the Ocean." The waterfall Bøsdalafossur, which cascades from the lake into the North Atlantic Ocean, is reachable on foot from Traelanípan. If you enjoy fishing, this is the ideal location. Going on a kayaking tour of the largest lake in the Faroe Islands is an even more well-liked pastime. You must hike for an hour to reach these sights, the entire time walking alongside a lake. The trail will lead you southwest in the direction of the lake before gradually turning south and following the lakeshore from a few hundred meters above. The trail is not at all challenging to follow and is very simple.When you get to the cliffs, the trail ends and becomes open grass walking after about 1.5 kilometers. You can find some pretty amazing views by climbing to the top of the cliffs that stand between the lake and the ocean.

Location: Vágar island