Settlement of the Faeroes, Orkney and Shetland

The Viking settlements in Orkney, Shetland, and the Faroe Islands played a crucial role in the Norse expansion across the North Atlantic. These islands served not only as strategic bases for further exploration and raids but also as thriving communities where Norse culture and society flourished. Today, the legacy of the Vikings is still evident in the cultural, linguistic, and archaeological heritage of these regions.

For further details see:
The Vikings in the Faroe Islands
The Vikings in Orkney
The Vikings in Shetland