# Explore Foroyar

> Audio guides for all 18 Faroe Islands — 250+ destinations in English & Faroese

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/fo.exploreforoyar](https://chrome-stats.com/d/fo.exploreforoyar)

## Overview

- **ID:** `fo.exploreforoyar`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Explore Foroyar
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 282
- **Version:** 2.9.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-12
- **First published:** 2026-02-18
- **Publisher country:** Unknown
- **Size:** 173 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fo.exploreforoyar)
- **Website:** [https://www.exploreforoyar.fo](https://www.exploreforoyar.fo/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.exploreforoyar.fo/privacy-policy](https://www.exploreforoyar.fo/privacy-policy)

## Description

Explore Føroyar is your travel companion for the Faroe Islands. Discover all 18 islands with over 250 audio guides available in both English and Faroese.<br><br>INTERACTIVE MAP Browse destinations on a full map with color-coded markers for villages, churches, legends, historical events, statues, and hiking trails. Tap any marker to see photos, descriptions, and facility info — then jump straight to the audio guide or get directions.<br><br>100+ AUDIO GUIDES Listen to professionally narrated stories about each destination in English or Faroese. Track your listening progress and pick up right where you left off.<br><br>SMART AUTOPLAY Turn on Smart Autoplay and the app automatically plays the audio guide for the nearest unplayed destination as you drive or walk around the islands.<br><br>WORKS OFFLINE All maps, audio guides, and images are available offline — essential for remote areas of the Faroe Islands where connectivity is limited.<br><br>FEATURES • 100+ destinations across 6 categories • Audio guides in English and Faroese • Interactive map covering all 18 islands • Smart Autoplay based on your location • Favorites to save your must-visit spots • Listening history and progress tracking • Offline support — no internet required • Background audio playback<br><br>CATEGORIES • Villages — Discover charming Faroese settlements • Churches — Explore historic and beautiful churches • Legends — Hear the stories and myths of the islands • Events &amp; Persons — Learn about key historical moments • Statues &amp; More — Find monuments and landmarks • Hikes — Trail guides for scenic walks<br><br>Whether you&#39;re planning your trip or already exploring, Explore Føroyar brings the stories of the Faroe Islands to life.

## Rankings

- #1,587,318 — Overall
- #9 — explore

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `fo.exploreforoyar.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/fo.exploreforoyar)