Húsavík Postal Codes, Sandoyar sýsla, Færøerne Denmark

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

Húsavík on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Húsavík 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 Húsavík

Key Facts

Húsavík is a village located in the Sandoyar sýsla (Sandoy County) of the Faroe Islands, which is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Situated on the island of Sandoy, Húsavík lies along the eastern coast, facing the narrow sound that separates Sandoy from the larger island of Streymoy. The village is positioned approximately 15 kilometers south of the capital Tórshavn, making it one of the more accessible settlements in the archipelago. With a population of around 50-60 residents, Húsavík is a small but historically significant community known for its picturesque setting amidst rolling green hills and dramatic coastal cliffs. The village features traditional Faroese architecture, including characteristic grass-roofed houses, and maintains a strong connection to fishing and sheep farming, which are central to the local economy. Húsavík is part of the Sandoy municipality and falls under the administrative jurisdiction of Sandoyar sýsla, which encompasses the entire island of Sandoy and its surrounding islets. The village's compact size means it doesn't contain distinct sub-regions, but it forms an integral part of Sandoy's cultural and geographical landscape. For those seeking detailed location information, accessing postal code data for Húsavík and its immediate surroundings provides precise addressing for this remote Faroese settlement.