Historic site · UNESCO
Bryggen
Bergen, Norway
The old Hanseatic wharf, with rows of colourful wooden buildings on the harbour, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Northern Europe
Norway
Deep fjords, Arctic islands, northern lights and sleek, harbour-side cities, in a country where mountains meet the sea at almost every turn.
Before you plan: Mountain weather and some hiking routes, such as Trolltunga and Kjerag, are seasonal and can be dangerous; check local conditions before setting out.
- Capital
- Oslo
- Languages
- Norwegian, Sami
- Currency
- Norwegian krone (NOK)
- Best time to go
- June to August for hiking, fjord cruises and midnight sun; late September to March for northern lights; May and September for fewer crowds.
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- Top places
- Viewpoint 8
- Neighbourhood 6
- Museum 4
- Church, mosque or temple 4
- Other 4
- Scenic route 3
- Castle 2
- National park 2
- Market 2
- Mountain 2
- Historic site 1
- Beach 1
- Waterfall 1
- Bridge 1
- Park 1
- Palace 1
- Entertainment 1
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