One city – endless opportunities
Year after year, visitors from all over the world have just one complaint when they are leaving: that their stay was too short.
Bergen may not be a particularly large city by European standards, but it nevertheless has plenty to offer those who want to experience something new. Simply bursting with vitality, Bergen is not to be missed!
Here, history and long-standing traditions are as important as the city’s vibrant cultural life. The Hanseatic legacy goes hand-in-hand with the status of European City of Culture (2000), both of which are reflected in the cityscape. In the global scheme of things, Bergen is a truly unique city. The main reason for this is its wonderful location and world-famous surroundings: the seven great mountains and the fjords go towards creating an international and yet completely idiosyncratic atmosphere, which is sure to make a lasting impression on all who visit Bergen.
Treat yourself to three days in Bergen and we guarantee you an experience you will never forget.
| Fjord Tours and City Sightseeing |
Bergen is the gateway to the worldfamous fjords, and visitors can enjoy a variety of excursions and day trips. It is possible to tour Bergen by bus, mini-train or on foot, but the city can also be seen from the sea during boat trips. Individual city tours:
www.visitBergen.com/guide Let yourself be drawn to a city that pulsates year round.
Bergen likes visitors. And Bergen is worth a visit. The Gateway to the Fjords always has something to offer - no matter what time of year. Bergen is an international city full of history and tradition, a city with small-town charm and atmosphere. Fjord Norway and the city of Bergen offer you the ideal combination of nature, culture and exhilarating city life.
Bergen and its environs can provide a wide range of sport and leisure activities. There is everything from tennis, badminton and squash to bowling and an 18-hole golf course. Bergen has its own indoor sand hall providing opportunities for sand volleyball and sand football.
In Bergen you'll find accommodation in all categories; hotels, guest houses, camping, youth hostels, private accommodation, etc. Off-season (Sep - May) you may take advantage of the weekend specials. Special 'last minute'-summer rates at the hotels.
For more information about accommodation in Bergen, reservations through VisitBergen's booking form or prices, see
www.visitBergen.com/accommodation. Reservations can also be done in the
Tourist Information at Vågsallmenningen.
| Restaurants and nightlife |
In Bergen you'll find just about everything from tea rooms to gourmet fish restaurants, from small bistros to discothèques, bars and nightclubs. Ask a Bergenser where you should go and quite likely you'll be directed to one of the town's classic hostelries which has drawn customers for decades. There again, you may just as well be shown the way to a bistro which otherwise you'd never have found - or treat yourself at one of the town's pastry shops. Bergen has some of Norway's most beautiful restaurants and some of its best cuisine too - just choose somewhere to suit your desires, taste and wallet!
More information
With the Bergen Card you get free entry or discounts at museums, various attractions, sightseeing, cultural events, restaurants and cafés, on buses and in some car parks.
www.visitBergen.com/bergencard
www.visitBergen.com/events
