If you're a Bond fan or just love remote adventures, the James Bond Tombstone in the Faroe Islands is a must-visit.
Perched on a dramatic cliff near Kallur Lighthouse on Kalsoy Island, it’s where No Time to Die ends with a literal bang.
It’s a beautiful spot & no wonder they picked it for the final scene of the movie.
But getting there isn’t as straightforward as hopping in an Aston Martin.
This guide will show you exactly how to reach it — whether you're hiking solo or taking a guided tour.
Let’s get straight into it …
The tombstone sits a short walk beyond Kallur Lighthouse at the northern tip of Kalsoy Island.
That is the exact spot where Bond meets his fate in No Time to Die.
It is one of the most unforgettable movie locations you can visit.
Although the cliffs in the film were enhanced the landscape is real and dramatic. You can stand in the very place the camera pans out to show the endless ocean beyond.
Here is the location on Google Maps.
In the film Bond sacrifices himself on that cliff as missiles close in.
The remote Faroe Islands landscape doubles as a fictional island meant to be far away. The tombstone in the movie was a prop that was removed after filming ended.
In 2022 that stone was replaced by a basalt marker engraved with James Bond 007. It serves as a real tribute from fans and locals to mark the location.
Kalsoy does not have a bridge so you must start in Klaksvík. From there you catch a ferry to Syðradalur, the entry point to Kalsoy Island.
You can buy your ticket on the ferry website.
You can take your rental car or travel as a foot passenger if you prefer not to drive.
For more on logistics around the islands see our 7 Day Faroe Islands Itinerary.
Once you arrive in Syðradalur, you take the road all the way up the island to Trøllanes village. From there the trek to the lighthouse is about 3 kilometers one way.
It's fair easily signmarked, but on a misty day (which are very frequent) it can be slightly disorienting. So a good offline map is useful.
There is just one car park, and it is very obvious where to park. From there the entry point to the walk is marked and you just have to stop at the hut to pay the toll for the walk. The cost is 200DKK per person (fairly typical for a lot of the hikes in Faroe now which have become paid.
The path winds across grassy slopes and leads to an elevated cliff with views in every direction. Plan for around 1 to 1.5 hours uphill and the same time downhill.
Wear warm layers water resistance and good trail shoes.
Bring snacks, water and a charged phone with offline maps because coverage can disappear!
If you have hiking experience going solo is doable using public transport. Still the weather here can change without warning so a guide adds safety and insight.
We were there in a fairly popular tourist season. So naturally the ferry was full and almost everyone going to the island is going simply to do the hike, so you are naturally not alone.
Still, there are guide options. Local guides not only read conditions they also share stories from the islands. Many include tales about the seal woman at Mikladalur or other folklore as part of the tour.
Here are solid guided tour options:
This is not a casual walk. You need to be prepared for wind, rain and slippery terrain (we each fell over a few times on the slopes).
Here is the must have list:
Once you reach the top you will see Kallur Lighthouse perched alone on the grassy ridge. The sea surrounds you on almost every side and the view is nothing short of dramatic.
Just beyond the lighthouse is the tombstone spot made famous in No Time to Die. It is not roped off or marked with signs so you need to walk carefully and know what you are looking for.
The path narrows at the ridge so take your time. On a clear day you can see neighbouring islands stretching into the distance which makes the climb totally worth it.
For us, it had this deep broody mist and the pictures that came out were epic!
We just had to be a bit patient and capture shots with no one else walking ahead; as I said, this spot can be very popular!
Bring your camera. Golden hour light here is probably unreal and you will want to capture it from every angle.
The original tombstone was a prop made for the film and taken away once filming wrapped. What stands there now is a basalt stone carved with the classic Bond logo and years of his fictional life.
This fan-made tribute was placed by locals and guides in 2022. Though not official it is treated with respect by visitors and makes the moment feel even more powerful.
You can read more about how it came to be here.
Some visitors leave flowers or small notes. Others simply stand in silence to take in the view and the meaning behind it.
Check the weather often. Faroese conditions change quickly and can affect both ferry routes and hiking safety.
Download offline maps in case your signal drops. Maps.me and Google Maps are two great options that we personally use.
Catch the early ferry if you want fewer crowds and more time to explore. You can check the schedule here.
Stay on the trail and leave no trace. The cliffs are steep and fragile and the community asks that you help protect the land.
Dress in layers and prepare for rain even if the morning is sunny.
Visiting the James Bond Tombstone is one of the most unique things to do in the Faroe Islands.
It combines wild nature with cinematic history and offers an unforgettable adventure.
Whether you hike it solo or join a tour the moment you reach the top will stay with you. This is not just for Bond fans but for anyone chasing something raw and beautiful.
Let us know if you go. We would love to hear how it went.
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