Kunoy Postal Codes: 780 to 785 | Norðoya sýsla, Færøerne

Key Facts

Kunoy is one of the six sýslur (municipalities) that make up the Faroe Islands, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Located in the northern part of the archipelago, specifically within the larger Norðoya sýsla region, Kunoy is situated on the island of the same name. The municipality covers the entirety of Kunoy Island, which stretches approximately 14 kilometers in length and has a maximum width of about 2.5 kilometers, giving it a total land area of roughly 35 square kilometers. Kunoy is characterized by its dramatic mountainous terrain, with the island's highest peak, Kúvingafjall, reaching 830 meters above sea level. The municipality is divided into two main settlements: Kunoy village on the west coast and the now-abandoned settlement of Skarð on the east coast. With a population of approximately 150 residents, Kunoy maintains a close-knit community that primarily relies on fishing and sheep farming. The island is connected to the neighboring island of Borðoy via a subsea tunnel, providing vital transportation links to the rest of the Faroe Islands. For those seeking postal code information for the settlements within this picturesque municipality, detailed access is available through our comprehensive database.