City Guide Bergen - Norway, Bergen, Norway

As the second largest city of Norway, Bergen is a well-known and popular city to visit during the time people travel through Norway. Although Bergen is one of the largest cities of Norway, it doesn’t look like it, because it has a small-town charm and atmosphere. Especially the location of Bergen makes it a beautiful city to visit: right between the mountains and fjords and right at the sea side.

Bergen has something for everyone. There are museums and cultural events, but also hiking possibilities and many places to shop or dine. In this article I will tell you some more about the places to visit in Bergen.

The typical image of Bergen, which you can find anywhere, is Bryggen. This old Hanseatic Wharf first established in the 14th Century. It has been, and still is, a place of both cultural and economic significance for centuries. After a fire in 1702, Bryggen was rebuilt and from then on, the picturesque wooden structures have become recognized as a vital part of Bergen’s cultural heritage. Nowadays, you can find here some souvenir shops and some restaurants. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).