Fugloy Postal Codes, Norðoya sýsla, Færøerne Denmark

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Fugloy, located in Færøerne, Norðoya sýsla, Denmark. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Fugloy to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Fugloy on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Fugloy municipalities in Denmark. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Fugloy

Key Facts

Fugloy is the easternmost island in the Faroe Islands, forming part of the Norðoya sýsla region. Located approximately 25 kilometers northeast of the main island of Eysturoy, Fugloy is one of the smallest inhabited islands in the archipelago, characterized by its dramatic cliffs and rugged terrain. The island covers an area of about 11 square kilometers and has a population of around 40 residents, primarily concentrated in the two villages of Kirkja and Hattarvík. Fugloy is administratively divided into these two settlements, with no further municipal subdivisions. The island's name translates to 'Bird Island,' reflecting its importance as a nesting site for numerous seabird species, including puffins and guillemots. Accessible primarily by ferry from Hvannasund on Viðoy, Fugloy offers visitors spectacular coastal scenery and traditional Faroese village life. For those seeking postal code information for the island's settlements, detailed location data is available for both Kirkja and Hattarvík.