Descrizione
Mykines is an island with rugged coasts, steep cliffs, and grass-covered slopes. the seabird colony is located on the western headland and on the islet Mykinesholmur. A footbridge connects Mykinesholmur with the main island. The hike from the village to the lighthouse at the end of the islet Mykinesholmur passes right through the large Pulcinella di mare colony. Moreover, Marangone dal ciuffo breed on the rocks at the water's edge, while the cliffs are breedin sites of Uria , Gazza marina and Fulmaro. Mykinesholmur is the only place on the Faroe Islands that is home for the Sula. Gabbiano tridattilo breed on the cliffs next to the footbridge.
Dettagli
Accesso
Boat trips from Soervagur to Mykines must be booked in advance. For schedules and contact details visit https://mykines.fo. Travelling time is 45 minutes. All visitors who wish to hike on Mykines must pay Hiking fee. The fee is used to protect the seabirds.
The narrow and in parts steep path to the lighthouse may be slippery depending on weather.
Terreno e habitat
Montagna , Prateria/pascolo , MareCaratteristiche dell’area
Montagnoso , ScivolosoPercorso ad anello
SiÈ utile un cannocchiale?
Può essere utileBuona stagione per il BW
PrimaveraMiglior periodo per visitare
PrimaveraPercorso
Sentiero strettoGrado di difficoltà del percorso a piedi
FaticosoModalità di accesso
A piediCapanno/torretta di osservazione
NoInformazioni aggiuntive
The island inhabits the endemic Mykines house mouse, a subspecies of Mus musculus.