Surrounded by seven mountains, Bergen is the gateway to Norway's magnificent fjord region. The city was founded in 1070 and is steeped in history. Visit the old Hanseatic warehouses on "Bryggen" or take a step back in time on a stroll through the steep and narrow alleyways of "old Bergen".
The hometown of the famous composer, Edvard Grieg, Bergen is also a centre for culture, with a concert hall, theatres and art galleries and every spring the city hosts an international music festival.
Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the Fish Market, visit the Aquarium, take a trip on the Funicular Railway to Mount Fløyen where, on a clear day, there are magnificent views of the city and its surroundings.
From Bergen you can take the famous Norway-in-a-Nutshell excursion - included in the Bergen Excursion Package which you can book to compliment your stay. Breakfast is included at your hotel, giving you the chance to sample some of the city's many fine restaurants - the fish restaurants here are among the best in Norway.
Bergen Sightseeing
- Fish Market
- Hanseatic Warehouses on 'Bryggen'
- The Hanseatic Museum
- Aquarium
- The Funicular Railway to Mount Fløyen
- Edvard Grieg's home - Troldhaugen
- Fantoft Stave Church
Bergen Events 2008
- 29 April - 3 May : Bergenfest - Music festival focusing on folk music and authentic American blues
- 21 May - 4 June : Bergen International and Night Jazz Festival
- 17 May : Norwegian National Day
- Mid June - Mid August : Daily Grieg Concerts
- 9 - 12 August : Tall Ships Race 2008
- Mid October : International Film Festival
BERGEN HOTELS
 Radisson SAS Hotel Norge ****The Hotel Norge is located on the Town Square and overlooks Bergen's Central Park and is within easy walking distance of Bergen's main historic sites. This large, comfortable hotel offers good facilities including restaurants, bars and a health and leisure centre. |
 Hotel Neptun ****The Neptun is renowned for its art collection, superb cuisine and fine wine cellar. Offering good facilities and a friendly atmosphere, there are several comfortable lounge and bar areas to relax in. Exploration of the historic city is very easy from the Neptun, as the hotel is ideally situated within walking distance of the shops and city attractions. |
 Strand Hotel ***The hotel enjoys a harbour front location, overlooking the Fish Market and Bryggen. Built in the early 1920s, all rooms have recently been refurbished, and some benefit from a harbour view. The hotel has a breakfast restaurant and one of Bergen's finest bars - the Feme i Andre. A small health spa and rooftop balcony are ideal places to unwind. |
 Clarion Collection Hotel Havnekontoret ****plusThe Hotel Havnekontoret is situated in a beautiful building overlooking the harbour area of Bergen. Within a short walking distance of the old Hanseatic area of Bergen, the famous fish market and the Funicular Railway. The hotel building dates back to 1920, originally the old harbour office of Bergen but now completely restored and run as a very high standard hotel with a focus on individual service. |
BERGEN EXCURSIONS
Make the most of your stay in Bergen by joining one of these excursions.
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Bergen Sightseeing Tour
Your tour of Bergen takes you between the old wooden Hanseatic Warehouses along Bryggen quay and visits 'Troldhaugen', home of Norway's most famous composer, Edvard Grieg. The tour ends with a short stroll through some of the city's narrow, cobbled-stoned streets.
Duration: 3 hrs. Price: £27Operates: Daily, 1 May - 30 Sep (except 17 May). Pre-bookable
- Norway in a Nutshell
One of Norway's most popular independent day trips, taking you by bus, train and ferry through magnificent fjord countryside. One of the many highlights is the journey on the Flåm Mountain Railway - a masterpiece of engineering. This excursion is only available from Bergen and Voss.
Duration: Full Day. Price: £80 Operates: Daily. Pre-bookable
- Bergen Fjord Sightseeing
Departing from the Bergen Fish Market, this guided excursion on board the White Lady is an excellent way to see the famous west coast with its steep mountains, towering cliffs and narrow fjords. This half day excursion explores many of the most beautiful locations along the Bergen coastline.
Duration: 4 hrs Price: £40 Operates: Daily, 1 May - 31 Aug. Pre-bookable
- Day Trip to the Hardangerfjord Region
Travelling by train, bus and boat through the charming west Norwegian villages of Ulvik and Eidfjord, this trip includes an unforgettable voyage on Hardangerfjord. With wonderful views of majestic mountains, roaring waterfalls and idyllic fruit farms there is plenty of time on board the ship to settle back and enjoy the myriad of sights and sounds.
Duration: Full Day Price: £65 Operates: Daily, 1 Jun - 31 Aug. Pre-bookable
