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You will find the tourist information centrally located at the Fish Market. From here you can experience panorama views of the harbour and the Wharf. 

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Bergen Tourist Information

Bergen's Tourist Information Centre is situated in Strandkaien near by the Fish Market. In these beautiful and spacious surroundings, information is available about what to do in Bergen and all of Fjord Norway. Besides obtaining free help and advice, you can also buy a range of products and services from us.

Bergen's Tourist Information Centre is situated in Strandkaien near by the Fish Market. In these beautiful and spacious surroundings, information is available about what to do in Bergen and all of Fjord Norway. Besides obtaining free help and advice, you can also buy a range of products and services from us. Here are some of the things we offer: Bureau De Change We are Bergen's most open Exchange. You can also purchase services and products with foreign currency. Sightseeing and Fjord Tour Tickets We are the main contact for sightseeing and harbour excursions in the city and also sell tickets for all the recommended roundtrips of the fjords starting out from Bergen. In fact, many tours start right outside our door! The Bergen Card - practical and inexpensive The Bergen Card provides you with free offers and/or good discounts. Free brochures All the brochures you will need on Bergen and Fjord Norway are freely available as well as exhibitions giving information on journeys further afield. Train tickets We sell train tickets for journeys within Norway Arranging accommodation In hotels, guesthouses and private lodgings in Bergen and surrounding areas Opening hours during Christmas, Easter and other public holidays: Please check visitBergen.com here: https://en.visitbergen.com/visitor-information/bergen-tourist-information

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Complete guide to visiting Bergen in Norway

By: Author Tracy Collins

Posted on Last updated: November 27, 2022

Discover the best things to do when visiting Bergen Norway plus practical information and tips to help you plan to make the most of your visit.

Bergen is a beautiful Norwegian city and also a designated UNESCO World Heritage City, a European City of Culture and the Gateway to the Fjords!

Bergen was founded in 1070 and is Norway’s second largest city with a population of approximately 280,000.  It is situated on the south western coast of Norway and is surrounded by the beautiful seven mountains and of course wonderful fjords.

If you are starting your exploration of Norway in Bergen (or simply visiting for a weekend break) I have chosen all the must-see places and must-do experiences to help you plan an incredible trip to this lovely Norwegian city.

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Bryggen is one of the main attractions in Bergen and is the site of the beautiful old Hanseatic wharf and buildings. In the middle ages this area was the hub of all trade after the Hanseatic League established an office here.

It is a charming area with lots of pretty wooden buildings to admire. The buildings along the harbour front are probably some of the most photographed in Norway and were built after the great fire of 1702.

I recommend wandering the beautiful narrow streets to soak in the atmosphere of this historical area. The wooden houses are charming and there are some lovely shops to stop and browse in.

Many of which sell traditional gifts. In particular we discovered a cosy coffee and book shop with comfy chairs where we spent some time warming up and sipping hot chocolate.

The fish market – Torget I Bergen – is located in the heart of the city. The market has existed since the 1200s and was an important place for trading in Bergen. Today the market sells seafood, fruit and vegetables.

There is plenty of choice of seafood to buy here (and seafood restaurants) the prices are fairly expensive. I don’t eat fish so didn’t buy (or try) anything!

Although the fish market seems to be  very tourist orientated it is still worth a walk around in my opinion!

If you are feeling energetic (which the entire population of Bergen seem to be on Sunday mornings) a walk (or a run) up to Mount Fløyen is to be recommended.

The views of Bergen from the top (320 metres above sea level) are amazing. If you don’t want to walk (or run) there is a funicular which will take you to the top in about 6 minutes.

Catch the funicular from the city centre only a few minutes walk from Bryggen and the Fish Market.

The  Fløibanen line was built in 1918 and consists of a single track with a central passing loop. There are only two cars that travel up and down the mountain and six stops on the way to the top.

Once at the top enjoy the beautiful view of Bergen that lies below you. There is also a restaurant, cafe, shop and play area for children at Fløyen

If you enjoy walking or hiking there are some great options detailed on the Mount Fløyen official website . Hiking is a popular pastime in Norway with some such as the famous Trolltunga hike in the Hardangerfjord region of Norway on many bucket lists.

TOP TIP –  If you are planning to take the furnicular up Mount Floyen try to avoid the weekend when most of Bergen will be there! Also go on a clear day to get a fabulous aerial view of Bergen.

6 kms from the city centre you can find the Fantoft Stave Church . Although the original which was built in 1150 and moved to Fantoft in 1883 burnt down in 1993 it has been rebuilt.

The wooden stave church is one of the last remaining in Europe though we did visit another near Laerdal – the Borgund Stave Church.

If you are particularly interested in seeing more of the stave churches left in Norway you may enjoy reading my post about Laerdal!

Free entry for Bergen card holders otherwise a fee applies.

Take the cable car to the highest of the seven mountains that surround Bergen. At a height of 643 metres above sea level you get views of Bergen and the surrounding fjords and mountains.

For more information including up-to-date costs and weather reports visit the official Ulriken Cable car website.

If you enjoy visiting museums to learn more about the history and culture of a destination you will find some great options in Bergen.

These include the Hanseatic Museum, Bryggens Museum, the Bergen Kunsthall  and the Bergen Maritime Museum.

Find out more about Norwegian Viking history, admire Norwegian traditional costumes or simply while away a morning admiring Norwegian art.

Logistics and FAQs for visiting Bergen

• The unit of currency in Norway is the Norwegian Krona called NOK.
• The language spoken is Norwegian but you will find English is widely spoken and understood.
• Norway is not a cheap country to visit so budget accordingly. Eating out is in particularly expensive. There is a McDonalds in Bergen – we know as we ate there quite a lot!
• If you are planning to purchase alcohol from a supermarket you need to do this before 6pm on a weekend as they will not sell it to you afterwards! And it is a LOT cheaper from a supermarket than in the minibar in your hotel so buy before 6pm!

• When I visited Bergen I flew from Heathrow Airport in London. The flight took 2 hours. Once in Norway, I didn’t hire a car in favour of travelling around the country by bus or train.
• The public transport system is excellent including free wi-fi on the buses! There are various options to get from Bergen airport into the city centre which is 12 km away.
• Catch the airport bus (Flybussen) which costs NOK125 from directly outside the airport building and takes approximately 30 minutes. (Buy tickets in advance for a 20% reduction) Alternatively, a quicker option is to catch the Bergen light rail. This takes 50 minutes but is a lot cheaper at 37 NOK per adult.
• If you have a Bergen card you can travel for free on the City Light Rail and all Skyss buses in Bergen and the surrounding region. There are also taxis available if you prefer but at 4-500 NOK I know what option I would choose (and did!)

The Bergen card gives you free entry or discounted admission to museums and attractions as well as events and sightseeing tours.

As I mentioned above it will also enable you to travel from the airport into Bergen city centre for free. The cards are issued in 24/48 and 72 hour options and cost in 2019

Adult/child (3-15 years old): 24h: NOK 280/100 48h: NOK 360/130 72h: NOK 430/160

Student /senior / Eurail: 24h: NOK 224 48h: NOK 288 72t: NOK 344

Click to buy the Bergen card

It can be extremely cold if you are visiting during the winter months so make sure your packing list reflects this. I purchased a furry hat with flaps to cover my ears which proved invaluable.

The icy wind can be quite cutting! Check out my packing list and tips for traveling Europe in winter for ideas of essential purchases.

If you are visiting Bergen in winter look out for the special outdoor candles places outside homes and businesses to guide visitors! They look so pretty!

Where to stay in Bergen

There are a myriad of places to stay in Bergen. Bergen is not a cheap city so prepare to budget accordingly especially if you choose to stay near the historic Bryggen district.

An excellent mid-range option in Bergen is the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel . This is the hotel we chose and it is perfectly located to see the best of Bergen during your stay.

I would recommend including breakfast when you book. Eating out is not cheap in Norway and if you start the day with a good breakfast it will reduce those costs. We found it so expensive that we actually ate in McDonalds on more than one occasion.

Other options in Bergen include the Best Western Plus Hotel Hordaheimen which is located near the train station and is a more luxury option.

For those seeking a true Nordic experience why not book a stay at the Hotel Norge by Scandic. With beautiful decor and furniture this hotel is cited as one of the best in Bergen.

This was our choice when we stayed in Bergen. Ideally located in the heart of Bryggen Wharf and just 300 meters from the fish market this is a great choice for visitors to Bergen.

Take a stroll to the Floibanen Funicular which is only 250 meters away. The Airport Shuttle bus stops right in front of the hotel too so transfers are easy. 

The rooms are spacious and tastefully decorated. There was a wide variety of choice at breakfast too – try the caramel cheese!

Another centrally located hotel the Hordaheimen offers guests free WiFi, cable TV and a rich buffet breakfast. Only a few minutes from all the sights of Bergen this is a popular hotel with travelers wishing to explore the city.

For lovers of Scandinavian style this hotel has it in abundance. Offering contemporary design and some rooms offering views over the city and Mount Ulriken the Hotel Norge by Scandic is located in the heart of Bergen. 

With restaurants, shopping and cultural attractions all within walking distance including Bryggen (10 minutes walk) this is another great choice of accommodation in Bergen.

Read – Area and accommodation guide for Bergen

Best day trips from Bergen to the Fjords and Flam Railway

I would highly recommend visiting the fjords in the part of Norway. Some of the most beautiful are within a few hours of Bergen and are definitely do-able in a day even by public transport.

You can read my guide to the best things to do in Flam and Gudvangen which includes an itinerary for a day trip.

This is a popular trip which features in the famous “Norway in a Nutshell” tour.

If you are able to add more days into your Norway itinerary I would suggest travelling to Flam via the Bergen to Oslo train line and spending a few days exploring Flam, Gudvangen, and nearby Laerdal .

This is all easily doable by public transport or if you are hiring a car add it into your Norway road trip itinerary.

If you prefer to take a tour there are some excellent options from Get Your Guide (my tour company of choice) including

Embark on a 1-day tour of Norwegian’s countryside which takes you through some of the most beautiful sceneries.

Experience the Nærøyfjord, one of the narrowest fjords in the world and travel by road, rail, and water while admiring the panoramic views.

This tour includes 

• A guided tour to Nærøyfjord & Flåmsbanen from Bergen
• A bus trip down the dramatic Stalheimskleiva to Gudvangen and see the beautiful Tvindefossen Waterfall
• Exploration of the Nærøyfjord and Aurlandsfjord on an all-electric ferry called the Future of The Fjords
• A trip on one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world on the Flåm Railway

You will experience the best of the Norwegian fjords, mountains, and valleys on this private 11-hour tour to Sognefjord, Gudvangen, and Flåm. Travel through the Norwegian countryside by road, rail, and water, and admire amazing panoramic views.

Your itinerary is flexible and can be personalized to your interests. 

Recommended tours in Bergen

Discover Bergen with a local guide who will show you the city’s hidden gems. A great way to experience this popular destination like a real local.

Choose from 2/3/4/5/ or 6-hour options.

Embark on a journey of discovery through Bergen with an informative and inspiring local guide.

Get to know the most important sights of the city including the fortress Bergenhus, the Hanseatic quarter (Bryggen), and St.Mary’s Church during the 2 1/2 hour tour.

I am sure you will love Norway as much as I do. It really is one of my favourite countries to visit anywhere in the world.

Hopefully, this guide to things to do in Bergen as well as all the practical tips will help you make the most of your time in the city.

Happy travels!

For more information about Laerdal (which I mentioned in this article) and why you should include a visit to this beautiful Norwegian village read the following posts.

• Books to read before you visit Norway
• 5 reasons why Laerdal should be on your Norwegian itinerary
• Best Norwegian TV shows on Netflix
• Best Nordic Noir fiction 2022

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A Guide to Bergen

• Take a ferry onNærøyfjord

Dine on the freshest seafood Norway has to offer

Admire the art in the kode museums.

• Conquer MountFløyen
• Embrace the city’s heritage

Norway’s second largest city is situated on the west coast , and its charming, small town feel is enhanced by the seven mighty mountains that act as its natural enclosure; not to mention the breathtaking fjords that are only a short drive away. The city’s waterfront is adorned with houses of every colour, and the fishing heritage of the area dominates its modern day attractions. A few days here is highly recommended, leaving you with enough time to discover everything Bergen has to offer, whilst ensuring you make the most of what is a gateway to some of the world’s most unspoilt wilderness. Anyway, here are a few things to cram into your itinerary when you visit…

Take a ferry on Nærøyfjord

Just inland from Bergen is the stunning Nærøyfjord. A cruise on the fjord can be combined with a scenic morning train ride to Voss, before heading onwards to Gudvangen, where you can catch a ferry across the water to Flåm. Nærøyfjord is one of the narrowest fjords in Europe, and its beauty has been recognised internationally since it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005. With any luck, you will witness goats grazing alongside the fjord and playful seals lounging by the water’s edge as you leave Gudvangen. 

Bergen’s fish market is one of Europe’s finest, with a huge selection of spectacular seafood. All produce on the stalls is fresh, and whilst a bite to eat is notoriously expensive, a wander through the market alongside the beautiful harbour is a great way to spend a morning. The city is also home to a number of fantastic seafood restaurants, offering traditional Norwegian cuisine to open minded tourists, including locally caught whale, incredible salmon and world class shellfish.

The four KODE buildings are made up of five museums, the Edvard Grieg Museum (Troldhaugen), the Harald Sæverud Museum (Siljustøl), the Ole Bull Museum (Lysøen), as well as the Bergen Art Museum and the West Norway Museum of Decorative Art. In total, Kode presides over a staggering 43,000 works of art, among which are paintings, drawings, sculptures, installations and videos, as well as furniture, artisanal handcraft and design. There are few places in Europe better than Bergen for those with a passion for the artistic, and there is no doubt that at least one of the famous KODE buildings will cater to your taste. 

Conquer Mount Fløyen

For an unforgettable view of the city, grab a place on the tram which climbs up to the peak of Mt Fløyen. At over 300m high, you will have an enchanting panorama of the city below, as well as access to plenty of well-marked hiking tracks which lead into the forest. All the possibilities are mapped out on a Walking Map of Mount Fløyen, which you can pick up from the Bergen tourist office in the city centre.

Embrace the city’s heritage

Several sights and museums pay homage to Bergen’s history, and the industries which helped it become so prosperous. From the Maritime Museum to the soon to re-open Museum of Fisheries, there is no doubting the influence that the sea has had on the city. Alternatively experience some of Bergen’s religious history by heading to the beautiful cathedral, Domkirke, where regular organ recitals still occur inside a building with a turbulent history. 

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Things to do in bergen norway in 2 Days

Bergen, For one who has been there only the very pronunciation of her name brings him back to the place he would like to reach again and again.

Bergen is the second-largest port city in Norway and the wettest city in the world and is located right on the edge of the North Atlantic Ocean.

The city is surrounded by seven beautiful and high mountains, the highest of which is Ulrikan Mountain which is 642 meters above sea level.

Today the city is considered one of the most popular cities in Norway , and it offers locals and tourists a variety of hiking and leisure options.

How to get to Bergen?

By flight - Bergen Airport Flesland Airport is 17 km from the city center.

There are many bus lines from the airport to the city center and the journey takes a little over half an hour.

By public transport - Bergen is at a large crossroads. Many buses leave from Bergen to anywhere else in Norway.

By train - The train between Bergen and Oslo is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. There is a train from Oslo several times a day and the journey to Bergen takes 7-8 hours.

By ferry - Ferries to Bergen from the city of Hirtshals in Denmark are operated by Fjord Line .

Express speedboats sail along the coast and into the fjords.

Bergen is the final stop of Hurtigruten, a fleet of express ships that sail along the coast of Norway.

2 days in Bergen Itinerary Map

10 Things to Do in 2 Days in Bergen

The Bryggen district is the most unique district of the city historically but in fact, to this day serves as a sort of city within a city.

In this district, all the trade operations have taken place in the past, which gives it its character to this day.

The architecture in the district was also completely influenced by its character.

The houses are made of, high and modest. They stand so densely on the platform that it looks like they are about to collapse.

Today, the quarter is populated mainly by artists, jewelers, textiles, and more. The residents of Bryggen are very connected to the place and the history, proud of their district and smiling and tourists.

Bryggen is a cultural center of creation and inspires many artists.

2/ Mount Fløyen

Fløyen is a must-do while in Bergen.

‍ Fløyen is one of the seven mountains surrounding the city of Bergen.

Mount Fløyen is great for hiking and of course a perfect spot for those panoramic views!

‍ To get to Mount Fløyen you can take the Fløibanen funicular from the city center-right to the top. ‍

Mount Fløyen is perfect for hiking and has a lot of marked trails to follow.

You can choose between a short stroll and find a nice bench to enjoy the views or follow the trails all the way across Vidden to Mount Ulriken.

The funicular ride itself is nice, and the view from Fløyen is hard to beat. It is recommended to arrive at sunset.

Fløyen is a must-do when you visit bergen!

3/ Bergen Fishmarket

It is without a doubt one of the most famous attractions in Bergen , one that gives a taste of the past and present of the city at the same time, in the most significant point of the city historically, and which preserves its unique character to this day.

The market is located in the Bryggen district.

The fishing port where it used to be the main trading point in Northern Europe, and now functions mainly as a cultural tourist attraction, which is considered prestigious in terms of restaurants and nightlife there.

The best and most prestigious fish and seafood restaurants are naturally scattered around the harbor.

Another fun option is to purchase from one of the simple stalls scattered in the fishing market itself.

Can be eaten on the spot while standing or purchased by home weight.

The variety of fish and selection of seafood offered for sale are truly a wealth we do not know from our provinces.

Many ships arrive at the huge port and scatter their goods.

A very interesting experience, of course, the smell accordingly.

4/ Bergen aquarium

One of the favorite attractions for children and adults, tourists and locals alike, is the Bergen Aquarium.

Here you can watch a wide variety of fish, invertebrates, seals, and penguins.

Impressive pools are maintained at the place that draws water from the depths of the sea, in which fish from all over the world swim comfortably.

The cinema next to the pools shows 3D movies, about the underwater animal world, the importance of the oceans in the global fabric of life, and the intriguing life of the orca whale.

5/ The Hanseatic Museum and Schøtstuene

The museum is housed in a building from 1704 that is considered one of the oldest and best-preserved in the Brigand district, especially in terms of interior design.

The museum presents the lives of the German merchants in Bergen in the years 1360-1754, both in the subject of holidays (ceremonies and festivals) and in the field of daily life including life in school and food.

Ulriken is the highest of the seven mountains at 643 meters.

It boasts a beautiful view over the Bergen peninsula.

‍ Ulriken is a landmark in Bergen.

It is famous for its cable car and the characteristic television transmitter tower at its summit.

On the top of the mountain, you will find a small store and a restaurant, as well as panoramic views over the city and the surrounding areas.

Ulriken offers many different hiking opportunities, some more challenging than others.

‍ One of the most known hikes in the City Mountains. You can hike from Ulriken by Rundemanen to Fløyen.

This route can also be started from the other direction beginning at Fløyen.

7/ Fantoft Stave Church

The old stave church at Fantoft, originally built in Fortun in Sogn in 1150 and moved to Fantoft in 1883, burnt down on 6 June 1992.

Fantoft Stave Church has been rebuilt exactly as it was before the fire.

‍ Nestled in the middle of tall trees. The carvings inside were so intricate, combining the ancient Norwegian mysticism (dragon heads) and Christianity (an altar with a figure supposed to be Christ).

8/ Museum code 1-4

These are 4 art museums that are considered to be the largest of their kind in the Nordic region.

The museums display the masterpieces of Edward Monk, Picasso, and other well-known artists.

Museums have a children's area with workshops and special exhibitions, guided tours and some have a restaurant and shop.

Admission to all museums is done through one card, but children enter for free and so do Bergen Card holders.

9/ Bergenhus Fortress

This fortress in the Bryggen district is one of the oldest and best-preserved in all of Europe.

The fortress now functions as a kind of museum.

Visitors will be able to visit a nineteenth-century dungeon, tour the ancient fortress and enjoy great views from the heights of the royal abode.

10/ Fjord tour

If you are in Bergen you can take a Guided day trip by boat to one of the most beautiful fjords in Norway.

‍ Embark on a 1-day tour of the Norwegian countryside which takes you through some of the most beautiful sceneries.

Experience the Nærøyfjord, one of the narrowest fjords in the world, and travel by road, rail, and water while admiring the panoramic views.

2 day bergen itinerary

Two days is the recommended time for Bergen.

On the first day it is dedicated to Bergen, walking around the streets of the beautiful city and visiting all the main and important attractions in Bergen, climbing one of the seven mountain peaks surrounding Bergen such as Fløyen or climbing Ulriken to get an amazing view of the city of Bergen.

On the second day, you can take a day trip to one of the beautiful fjords in the area.

Day 1 /  bergen city center

Bergen highlights- The Old Quarter of Brygenn

In the summer months, the weather in Bergen is pleasant, inviting visitors to wander its streets for long hours.

In the summer 250,000 residents and an abundance of tourists make it a city bustling with life and joy.

The feeling of happiness in the air can be attributed to the multiplicity of daylight hours.

During this time, the sun sets only towards midnight, and you can easily find yourself strolling around the city in the small hours of the night, in full daylight, along with lots of people, filling the bars and restaurants around the city, until the early hours of the morning.

‍ In the city center, along the east bank of the harbor, lies the ancient and picturesque Bryggen district, whose name means: the pier.

The district was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1976.

The 58 wooden houses that were once home to German merchants are now used as shops for tourists, restaurants, bars, and museums.

The ancient buildings and along the pier laden with luxurious yachts is a pleasant evening pastime, and a great opportunity to meet the residents and tourists who spend time in the area.

Bergen Fish market & bergen aquarium

Adjacent to the port and the old town lies Bergen's famous fish market. In the market, you can find, besides fish and seafood, also fruits, vegetables, and fresh pastries, as well as souvenirs and artifacts.

For an amazing view of the city and its surroundings, it is recommended to climb to the top of Mount Fløyen, using the funicular (cable car), which leaves from the square in Bergen.

The cinema next to the pools shows 3D movies, about the underwater animal world, the importance of the oceans in the global fabric of life, and the intriguing life of the dead whale.

Mount Fløyen by the sunset

Fløyen should be a must for visitors in Bergen, as it offers panoramic views of the whole of Bergen, especially when the sun sets in the evening.

There is an old ice cream shop on the mountain to try.

It is recommended to climb up the cable car and sit back down, the natural scenery is also beautiful throughout the mountain, the mountain is not high, climbing up about 3 km - 45 minutes, there are several sheep on the mountain can be photographed and fed.

‍ Amazing viewpoint over bergen, try to go on the sunset time. One of the best things to do in bergen!

Day 2 /  day trip to the fjords

A day trip to the Hardangerfjord.

‍ Bergen boasts the title: the entrance gate to the fjords of Norway.

Hardangerfjord, 179 km long, is the second-longest fjord in Norway.

It's one end is the Atlantic Ocean and it extends in a northeasterly direction, on its various spurs, to the mountain ranges.

From Bergen, you will head east, towards the town of Norheimsund, in the northern part of the Hardanger Fjord.

We reached the Steinsdalsfossen waterfall, which is considered one of the most touristy and special waterfalls in the area.

The impressive waterfall can also be viewed from the parking lot, but it is recommended not to be lazy and climb the short and steep path, the highlight of the visit.

At the end of the climb, there is a comfortable path that allows safe walking behind the waterfall.

From there you get a unique and beautiful angle on the spectacular view, through the drop screen.

It is advisable to arrive in the early morning to get ahead of the many tourist buses that frequent the site.

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Where to stay in bergen?

Citybox Bergen - great location and good value for the money.

Bergen Airbnb apartment - this is where I stayed for 2 days. Small  beautiful apartment with an amazing view.

Great host, the location is close to everything and the city center.

The shower is a bit tiny but overall is highly recommended.

Clarion Hotel Admiral - great hotel with wonderful views over the river to the Old part of Bergen.

Main Street almost across the road.

How to save money in bergen?

Bergen Card

If you are planning a few day's visits to Bergen do not give up on buying a Bergen Card .

As in Oslo (where you can buy the Oslo Pass) also in this city, you have a simple and cheap option to enjoy all the options and attractions that the city has to offer.

In fact, using a Bergen Card is considered the ultimate, practical, and logical way to experience Bergen because its purchase grants free or discounted admission to about 50 of Bergen's museums, dozens of cultural activities, tours, restaurants, shops, transportation, car rental, and even parking.

This way you can enjoy all the worlds and especially understand why Bergen is called the cultural city of Europe, why it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and why it is considered the gateway to the fjords.

Bergen Cards can be purchased for different periods of 24 or 48 or 72 hours.

This probably has an effect on the price of the ticket, but if you are a student, retiree, or child aged 3-15 you will also receive an additional discount.

The Bergen Card can be purchased at a variety of locations throughout the city of Bergen, for example, the Municipal Tourist Office, hotels, campsites, and through this official website.

Wherever you purchase the card, you must ensure that it is valid by entering your name, signature, and date and time.

‍ Tip: Make it a regular habit and show the ticket wherever you visit around Bergen, because who knows - maybe without paying attention you will get a surprising discount?

As you can see, it’s totally possible to fit all the sightseeing in bergen into 2 days.

Therefore, if you’re short on time when you visit bergen but want to make the most of this beautiful Bergen, be sure to follow my 2 day Bergen itinerary.

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As it has been raining ever since she arrived in the city, a tourist stops a young boy and asks if it always rains here. “I don’t know,” he replies, “I’m only thirteen.” The joke isn’t brilliant, but it does contain a grain of truth. Of all the things to contend with in BERGEN , the weather is the most predictable: it rains on average 260 days a year, often relentlessly even in summer, and its forested surroundings are often shrouded in mist. Yet, despite its dampness, Bergen is one of Norway’s most enjoyable cities, boasting – amid seven hills and sheltered to the north, south and west by a series of straggling islands – a spectacular setting. There’s plenty to see in town too, from sturdy old stone buildings and terraces of tiny wooden houses to a veritable raft of museums , while just outside the city limits are Edvard Grieg’s home, Troldhaugen , as well as the charming open-air Gamle Bergen (Old Bergen) museum.

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Drinking and nightlife, edvard grieg, the great giver: rolf stenersen, guided tours in bergen, recitals at troldhaugen, saving money: the bergen card, the fløibanen funicular railway, troldhaugen, the ulriksbanen: a bird’s-eye view, witchery in bergen: anne pedersdatter.

More than anything else, though, it’s the general flavour of the place that appeals. Although Bergen has become a major port and something of an industrial centre in recent years, it remains a laidback, easy-going town with a firmly nautical air. Fish and fishing may no longer be Bergen’s economic lynchpins, but the bustling main harbour, Vågen , is still very much the focus of attention. If you stay more than a day or two – perhaps using Bergen as a base for viewing the nearer fjords – you’ll soon discover that the city also has the region’s best choice of restaurants , some impressive art galleries and a decent nightlife.

Brief history

Founded in 1070 by King Olav Kyrre (“the Peaceful”), a Norwegian survivor from the Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066, Bergen was the largest and most important town in medieval Norway and a regular residence of the country’s kings and queens. In the fourteenth century the town also became an ecclesiastical centre, supporting no fewer than thirty churches and monasteries, and a member of the Hanseatic League , as by this time the town had become a prosperous port linked to other European cities by a vigorous trading life, with fish being the main commodity. The League was, however, controlled by German merchants and, after Hansa and local interests started to diverge, the Germans came to dominate the region’s economy, reducing the locals to a state of dependency. Neither could the people of Bergen expect help from their kings and queens: rather, in return for easily collected taxes from the Hansa merchants, Norway’s medieval monarchs compelled west-coast fishermen to sell their catch to the merchants – and at prices the merchants set themselves. As a result, the German trading station that flourished on the Bryggen, Bergen’s main wharf, became wealthy and hated in equal measure, a self-regulating colony with its own laws and an administration that was profoundly indifferent to local sentiment.

In the 1550s, with Hansa power finally evaporating, a local lord – one Kristoffer Valkendorf – reasserted Norwegian control, but not out of the goodness of his heart. Valkendorf and his cronies simply took over the monopolies that had enriched their German predecessors, and continued to operate this iniquitous system, which so pauperized the region’s fishermen, right up to the late nineteenth century. Bergen’s merchants benefited from Norway’s neutrality in World War I, developing their trade and expanding their fleets, but it was only after World War II that the town got into its stride, transforming itself from a fish-dependent backwater to the lively city of today.

Finding budget accommodation in Bergen can be a bit of a problem at the height of the season, but is almost always straightforward during the rest of the year. There are three hostels, a choice of guesthouses, and some of the central hotels are surprisingly good value. Also among the better deals are the rooms in private houses – or private rooms – that can be reserved through the tourist office. The vast majority provide self-catering facilities and some are fairly central, though most are stuck out in the suburbs; prices are in the region of 500–700kr per double per night. They are popular, so in summer you’ll need to arrive at the tourist office early to secure one for the night.

Bergen takes justifiable pride in its performing arts , especially during the Festspillene i Bergen (Bergen International Festival; t 55 21 06 30, w fib.no ), held over two weeks at the end of May and the beginning of June, and presenting an extensive programme of music, ballet, folklore and theatre. The principal venue for the festival is the Grieghallen , on Edvard Griegs plass, where you can pick up programmes, tickets and information; these are also available from the tourist office. The city’s contemporary arts centre, the USF Verftet Kulturhuset , down on the Nordnes peninsula ( t 55 30 74 10, w usf.no ), contributes to the festival by hosting Nattjazz ( t 55 30 72 50, w nattjazz.no ), a prestigious and long-established international jazz festival held over the same period.

As a general rule, Bergen’s café-bars– and indeed some of its restaurants – provide the city’s more appealing drinking destinations, but there is a scattering of late-night bars and clubs too, the best of which attract an arty/boho crew.

Bergen has a first-rate supply of restaurants , the pick of which focus on seafood – the city’s main gastronomic asset. The pricier tourist haunts are concentrated on the Bryggen, but these should not be dismissed out of hand – several are very good indeed. Other, marginally less expensive, restaurants dot the side streets behind the Bryggen and there’s another cluster on and around Engen. Many locals, however, tend to eat more economically and informally at the city’s many café-bars that are dotted all over the city centre – as are the city’s coffee houses.

The composer of some of the most popular works in the standard orchestral repertoire, Edvard Grieg (1843–1907) was born in Bergen, the son of a saltfish merchant. It was, considering the region’s historical dependence on the product, an appropriate background for a man whose romantic compositions have come to epitomize western Norway, or at least an idealized version of it: certainly, Grieg was quite happy to accept the connection, and as late as 1903 he commented that “I am sure my music has the taste of codfish in it.” In part this was sincere, but the composer had an overt political agenda too. Norway had not been independent since 1380, and, after centuries of Danish and Swedish rule, its population lacked political and cultural self-confidence – a situation which the Norwegian nationalists of the day, including Ibsen and Grieg, were determined to change. Such was their success that they played a key preparatory role in the build-up to the dissolution of the union with Sweden, and the creation of an independent Norway in 1905.

Musically, it was Grieg’s mother, a one-time professional pianist, who egged him on, and at the tender age of 15 he was packed off to the Leipzig Conservatory to study music, much to the delight of his mentor, Ole Bull . In 1863, Grieg was on the move again, transferring to Copenhagen for another three-year study stint and ultimately returning to Norway an accomplished performer and composer in 1866. The following year he married the Norwegian soprano Nina Hagerup (1845–1935), helped to found a musical academy in Oslo and produced the first of ten collections of folk-based Lyric Pieces for piano. In 1868, Grieg completed his best-known work, the Piano Concerto in A minor , and, in 1869, his 25 Norwegian Folk Songs and Dances . Thereafter, the composer’s output remained mainly songs and solo piano pieces with a strong folkloric influence, even incorporating snatches of traditional songs.

During the 1870s Grieg collaborated with a number of Norwegian writers, including Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson and Henrik Ibsen , one of the results being his much acclaimed Peer Gynt suites, and, in 1884, he composed the Holberg Suite , written to commemorate the Dano-Norwegian philosopher and playwright, Ludvig Holberg. It is these orchestral suites, along with the piano concerto, for which he is best remembered today. In 1885, now well-heeled and well known, Grieg and his family moved into Troldhaugen , the house they had built for them near Bergen. By that time, Grieg had established a pattern of composing during the spring and summer, and undertaking extended performance tours around Europe with his wife during the autumn and winter. This gruelling schedule continued until – and contributed to – his death in Bergen in 1907.

Many of the twentieth-century paintings in the Bergen Kunstmuseum collection were bequeathed to the city by Rolf Stenersen (1899–1978), one of Norway’s most prominent men of letters. Stenersen donated his first art collection to his hometown of Oslo in 1936 (see Stenersenmuseet) and was in a similar giving mood 35 years later, the beneficiary being his adopted town of Bergen. He was something of a Renaissance man – one-time Olympic athlete, financier and chum of Munch – who seems to have had a successful stab at almost everything, even writing some highly acclaimed short stories in the 1930s.

Guided tours of Bergen and its surroundings are big business and the tourist office has a flood of details. In the city itself, the most popular choice is City Sightseeing Bergen’s On&Off Sightseeing Bus , which takes in all the central sights, including the aquarium and Torget (every 30min; 150kr; t 97 78 18 88, w city-sightseeing.com ). Troldhaugen and Fantoft stave church are also on many guided tours, including those offered by Norled (May–Sept 1 daily; 350kr; t 55 23 88 87, w norled.no ).

There are lots of fjord sightseeing trips too, with Fjord Tours ( w fjord-tours.com ), one of the leading companies, offering a wide range of tours including “Norway in a Nutshell” and the whirlwind “Hardanger in a Nutshell” (May–Oct 1 daily; 10hr; 820kr). A further, rather more economical option is Rødne Fjord Cruise’s Hurtigbåt passenger express boat excursion from Bergen to Rosendal and its manor house (May–Sept 1–2 daily; 7.5hr; 500kr; t 51 89 52 70, w rodne.no ). All tours can be booked either direct with the company concerned or at Bergen tourist office.

Troldhaugen offers a top-ranking programme of Grieg concerts , held in the Troldsalen, throughout the summer both at lunchtimes (early June to Sept 1 daily; 30min; 100kr) and in the evening (mid-June to mid-Aug 2 weekly; 1hr; 220kr). For evening performances free buses leave from near the tourist office one hour before the concert begins. Tickets can be bought online ( w kunstmuseene.no ) or from the tourist office, but are snapped up quickly.

The Bergen Card is a 24-hour (200kr; children 3–15 years 75kr) or 48-hour (260kr; children 3–15 years 100kr) pass that provides free use of all the city’s public transport (except for the airport bus) and free or substantially discounted admission to most of the city’s sights, plus reductions on many sightseeing trips. Discount details are given in the official Bergen Guide booklet. Obviously, the more diligent a sightseer you are, the better value the card becomes – doubly so if you’re staying a bus ride from the centre. The card is sold online and at a wide range of outlets, including the tourist office and major hotels.

Dating back to the 1910s, the distinctly Ruritanian lower terminus of the Fløibanen funicular railway on Vetrlidsallmenningen is a delightful introduction to one of the city’s major attractions, whose trains shuttle passengers up to the top of Mount Fløyen – “The Vane” – at 320m above sea level. When the weather is fine, you get a bird’s-eye view of Bergen and its surroundings from the plateau-summit, and here also is a large and popular café-restaurant. Afterwards, you can walk back down to the city in about 45 minutes, or push on into the woods along several well-marked, colour-coded footpaths (pick up free trail maps of the summit at the lower terminal). The shortest and perhaps the most enjoyable is the 1.6km-loop trail to Skomakerdiket lake and back.

Troldhaugen (Hill of the Trolls), about 8km south of the city centre off Highway 580, was the lakeside home of Edvard Grieg for the last 22 years of his life – though “home” is something of an exaggeration, as he spent several months every year touring the concert halls of Europe. Norway’s only composer of world renown, Grieg has a good share of commemorative monuments in Bergen – a statue in the city park and the Grieghallen concert hall to name but two – but it’s here that you get a sense of the man, an immensely likeable and much-loved figure of leftish opinions and disarming modesty: “I make no pretensions of being in the class with Bach, Mozart and Beethoven,” he once wrote, “Their works are eternal, while I wrote for my day and generation.”

A visit begins at the museum , where Grieg’s life and times are exhaustively chronicled, and a short film provides yet further insights. From here, it’s a brief walk to the house , a pleasant and unassuming villa built in 1885, and still pretty much as Grieg left it, with a jumble of photos, manuscripts and period furniture. Grieg didn’t, in fact, compose much in the house, but preferred to walk round to a tiny hut he had built just along the shore. The hut has survived, but today it stands beside a modern concert hall, the Troldsalen , where there are recitals of Grieg’s works in the summer (see Edvard Grieg). The bodies of Grieg and his wife – the singer Nina Hagerup – are inside a curious tomb blasted into a rock face overlooking the lake, and sealed with twin memorial stones; it’s only a couple of minutes’ walk off from the main footpath, but few people venture out to this beautiful, melancholic spot.

Providing panoramic views over Bergen and its surroundings, the Ulriksbanen cable car (daily: May–Sept 9am–9pm; Oct–April 9am–5pm – weather/wind permitting; 145kr return; t 53 64 36 43, w ulriken643.no ) whisks passengers up to the top of Mount Ulriken , where there are walks and a café. The cable car’s lower terminal is behind the Haukeland Sykehus (hospital) about 6km east of the centre; to get there by public transport, take city bus #2 or #3 (Mon–Fri every 10–20min, Sat & Sun every 20–30min) from Småstrandgaten.

In 1590, Anne Pedersdatter was burnt as a witch here in Bergen and, remarkably enough, the court proceedings have survived. They reveal a strong-willed and sharp-tongued woman, who antagonized many of her neighbours, whose chosen course of revenge was to accuse her of being a witch . As far as the judge was concerned, the crucial bit of evidence came from Anne’s maid, who said she had been used as a horse to transport her mistress to a Sabbat (Witches’ Sabbath). Clearly, Anne’s maid either had a grudge or was suborned, but no matter – and despite the objections of Bergen’s bishop – she went to the flames. Anne was not alone: 300 “witches” were executed in Norway in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries – 250 of them women – in a cruel mix of misogyny and superstition that had spread across most of Europe.

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Join us on a tour that shows you the real and authentic Bergen. The tour combines short walks with travel on a mini electric bus.

Skip the travel book bucket-list and get a behind-the-scenes understanding of what makes Bergen a truly wonderful city to live in. Explore Bergen's dramatic architectural evolution through the ages, and learn about how the many fires in Bergen’s history shaped the city’s landscape. See the real Bergen away from the usual tourist attractions, and end your tour with a bird’s eye view of what was once the largest city in Northern Europe! This 2 hour guided tour combines short walks with short rides in a mini electric bus. 

The tour starts at the Tourist Information. The first stop is the colorful wooden waterfront of the famous Bryggen, where you will hear about how the city has been founded on commerce. Afterwards we will continue to Gågaten where you can see the special relationship Bergen has had with fires throughout history, in the facades of the buildings. We will wander through the alleyways to understand more about how the different classes in society used to live, before we hop back onto the minibus. Next we stop to see the remains of the old waterfront on Strandsiden and learn about the tragic reason why most of it is no longer there. We will continue towards the Bergen Aquarium and learn about the dark histories hiding in plain sight in one of the city’s most beloved recreational areas. From there we make our way through the industrial harbor to the neighborhood of Møhlenpris, once an active industrial site, now a trendy area with lots of innovative businesses, cafés and even a small beach. Before we end the tour we will be driving uphill through the alleyways on the mountainside of Fløyen, through the neighborhood of Sandviken, up to the old fire station at Skansen to enjoy a spectacular birds eye view of Bergen. 

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Libby's Lunch sale and demolition on hold as state preservation officials intervene

P ATERSON — Not so fast: That’s essentially the message a state official sent to Mayor Andre Sayegh on Monday about his plans to sell the Libby's Lunch property.

The New Jersey Historic Preservation Office, or HPO, told Sayegh it needs to approve the proposed $850,000 sale and may impose restrictions on what can be done with the property.

The state’s intervention could derail Sayegh’s hopes to see the building replaced with a new restaurant. Sal Washah, the high bidder at last week’s Libby’s property auction, previously told Paterson Press he wants to demolish Libby’s and construct a new four-story restaurant and cafe that he would like to see open for business in six months.

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Monday’s letter from the deputy director of HPO, Katherine Marcopul, did not say explicitly whether the iconic hot dog joint can be knocked down. What it said was that a review would be conducted “to ensure preservation of the property’s significant historic features.”

There’s disagreement on whether such a historic review will ultimately permit demolition.

“Libby’s is not considered a protected asset,” said Sayegh’s chief of staff, Habib Kader. “It’s not part of any historic period of significance, as it was built in the '40s or '50s. It’s all part of a formal process, given that it falls within a historic district.”

But David Soo, the historic preservation activist who alerted the state to the city’s Libby’s auction, believes the HPO will block the demolition.

“If you demolish historic buildings, you’re left with nothing,” Soo said. “What’s the purpose of historic preservation if you allow historic buildings to be knocked down?

Earlier: Owner of Middle Eastern restaurant buys iconic Libby's Lunch site in Paterson

Marcopul’s letter to Sayegh noted that Libby’s is within several Great Falls historic districts designated by the state. 

Habib said the historic regulations affecting the property were provided to the bidders in last week’s auction and that he doesn’t think the HPO’s intervention will affect the outcome of the sale. The chief of staff noted that the proposed sale still needs City Council approval before any contracts can be signed.

Washah, a retired technology professor who also is part-owner of the Kanoon Restaurant on Hazel Street in Clifton, said he was unaware of the HPO letter but said he would do whatever is necessary to comply with the state's requirements.

Soo, who is running for Paterson’s 5th Ward council seat in next Tuesday’s election, said he thinks the prospective buyer’s plan for a four-story restaurant at the Great Falls will be denied. He criticized Sayegh for his support of the plan.

“Mayor Sayegh’s delight over the demolition of an important historic building like Libby’s shows that he is not fit to be part of our National Historical Park,” Soo said.

Joe Malinconico is editor of Paterson Press. Email: [email protected]

This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: Libby's Lunch sale and demolition on hold as state preservation officials intervene

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A man was arrested Tuesday after he allegedly inappropriately touched a juvenile who was visiting family members in Hackensack, authorities said.

The Hackensack Police Department contacted the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office on May 12 about the suspected abuse, the office said.

Detectives alleged Diego Buri-Mora, 33, of Hackensack touched the juvenile while the child was sleeping at the family member’s home, investigators said.

Buri-Mora’s relationship to the child was not disclosed by the office.

Buri-Mora was arrested in Paramus and charged with endangering the welfare of a child and criminal sexual contact. He was taken to the Bergen County Jail, officials said. He will be held there until his first court appearance.

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