Historic site · UNESCO
Bryggen
Bergen, Norway
The old Hanseatic wharf, with rows of colourful wooden buildings on the harbour, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
City · Norway · Vestland
Bergen
A colourful harbour city framed by seven hills, gateway to the fjords and home to the old wooden wharf of Bryggen.
about 5 h
For storytellers
Why Bergen matters
Bergen is wet, wonderful and surrounded by mountains. Colourful wooden houses climb the hillside above the harbour, the old Hanseatic wharf of Bryggen lines the quay, and a funicular whisks you up to a viewpoint in minutes. It rains a lot, and locals will tell you it's part of the charm. This is also the starting point for the Norway in a Nutshell route and for many fjord cruises.
Talking points
- Bryggen is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- A funicular takes you above the city in minutes.
- Bergen is a major starting point for fjord journeys.
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What to see in Bergen
Viewpoint
Fløibanen
Bergen, Norway
A funicular railway that lifts you in a few minutes to a viewpoint high above Bergen with trails and cafes.
Mountain
Mount Ulriken
Bergen, Norway
The highest of Bergen's seven hills, reached by cable car, with views over the city, islands and fjord.
Waterfall
Vøringsfossen
Bergen, Norway
A dramatic waterfall plunging into a deep canyon on the edge of the Hardangervidda plateau.
Market
Bergen Fish Market
Bergen, Norway
A harbour-side market for seafood, smoked salmon and local snacks, in the heart of the city.
Castle
Bergenhus Fortress
Bergen, Norway
A medieval fortress at the harbour mouth, with the 13th-century Haakon's Hall and a tower.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.