The Seal Woman (Kópakonan) image

The Seal Woman (Kópakonan)

Tourist attraction Sculpture

👍👍 Beautiful location down by the sea. There is a hefty staircase to go down / up to get to the seal woman. I really liked the view of the surrounding cliffs! People often mention statue, seal, visit, woman, island,


Address

16 Bakkavegur, Mikladalur 797, Faroe Islands

Website

old.visitfaroeislands.com

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (304 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours
  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: statue (11) seal (8) visit (8) woman (7) island (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Kevin M. 1 year ago on Google • 625 reviews
    Beautiful location down by the sea. There is a hefty staircase to go down / up to get to the seal woman. I really liked the view of the surrounding cliffs!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stuart W. 6 months ago on Google • 352 reviews
    The beautiful statue of the seal woman hides a dark story straight out of Nordic myth. She represents the seal woman whose skin was stolen by a farmer whom she was forced to marry and bear children. In time she escaped to join her true partner who was subsequently murdered by her abductor. She then cursed the village for all time dooming them to death at sea. Dark but beautiful. Well worth a visit.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jacob S. 8 months ago on Google • 86 reviews
    Nice stop to see the statue and near by waterfall. Nice photos Good coffee place nearby. Be careful with the timing of the ferry back, as there is a line and they allow only 12 vehicles.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Steve R. 1 year ago on Google
    This was the highlight of our trip to the Faroe Islands! There's so many cool things to see on this island, that it is not to be missed. Let me give you the step by step on how to get there, and what you'll see. First, make your way to the town of Klakvik (roughly 45 minutes drive from Torshavn). Then, get in line for the ferry (if driving a car), and there are three lanes; lane 1, locals only, lanes 2 and 3 for tourists. I highly recommend getting there at least 45 minutes prior to departure, as there is only 12 spots on the ferry for small cars. Then, its a 20 minute scenic boat ride to Kalsoy. You will then drive the one way road, and thru at least 5 creepy tiny, one lane only, claustrophobic old tunnels. As bad as it sound, one of the coolest drives I've EVER done anywhere in the World! Once you arrive at the very end of the road, you'll be in the tiny town of Trøllanes, the most visited village on Kalsoy island. This is where you can do the medium/hard trek up to the magical beauties of the Kallur lighthouse, as well as visiting the newly gravestone of James Bond! The other popular attraction is the Seal Woman in the village Mikladalur, where you also have a gorgeous waterfall, and the only cafe/restaurant on the island. This is a great spot to unwind and enjoy the beauty this island has to offer! I highly recommend visit this stunning island!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alicia G. 1 year ago on Google • 251 reviews
    I wasn't planning on stopping here, but I had time and I'm glad I did. It's a beautiful location. If you have bad knees, beware of the stairs you will have to descend and ascend to visit the statue.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Natina H. 1 year ago on Google
    I love the Faroe Islands! I thoroughly enjoyed Kalsoy Island! I loved Mikladalur and Trollanes villages! And, yes I traveled all those kilometers to see Kópakonan aka The Seal Woman! It was worth every kilometer traveled and every step taken to and from this magnificent point of interest in Mikladalur!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Sebastian R. 1 year ago on Google
    Bronze statue created by Hans Pauli Olsen in 2014 and representing the seal woman, an ancient Faroe legend. We would have preferred to visit this tourist trap on a day when a northwesterly storm was submerging the cliffs on which the statue is anchored…
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Назарій �. 2 years ago on Google
    I love Scandinavia, and like the legend of this woman, so if you are in Denmark, be sure to visit the Faroe Islands, you will love it !!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dana J. 11 months ago on Google • 55 reviews
    Great picturesque location with full text of the legend of the seal woman along the stair path down. Stairs are easy to find from parking area with signage. It's free to visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tina N. 1 year ago on Google • 53 reviews
    Took the shuttle on Kalsoy to Kallur lighthouse and to see this statue. There's also a waterfall nearby. Much more crowded than pictured. Walk downhill and several flights of stairs from the town to reach it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maya H. 1 year ago on Google
    A must see place when you're on the island. It's only a short walk down to the shore, with a stunning view all around. There's a car park available.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tiffany C. 1 year ago on Google
    The views from near the statue are amazing. The story of the statue is very interesting. There’s a big sign on the top of the stairs that tells it. The walk down is a bit precarious so be careful as you might slip.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 CalvinW 8 months ago on Google • 36 reviews
    Nice little statue in a beautiful and small town. Worth a few minutes if you are already on Kalsoy!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mats U. 9 months ago on Google
    Picturesque lunch stop on our way back from Kallur lighthouse
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael S. 1 year ago on Google
    If you make the 147 steps you reach the seal mermaid of Trøllanes. Very nice place. The figure is quite big well worth a visit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Virginia L. 8 months ago on Google • 240 reviews
    Free visit to the statue of seal woman. There are some handles to the left of the statues that allows you to climb up! Steps lead the way down Must stop

  • 5/5 Luuccy 7 months ago on Google • 57 reviews
    Very nice place. You can see waterfall, statue of seal women. There is also caffee. Lovely place.

  • 5/5 Vladimir J. 4 months ago on Google • 45 reviews
    Amazing place.. if you get a chance this is definitely worth visiting..


Open on Google Maps

Trends



Last updated:

Similar Tourist attractions nearby

Last updated: