Printable maps of Bergen
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Bergen
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Bergen with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Bergen area
This Bergen map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Bergen and surroundings
Norway - moving around the country
The most popular type of public transport in Norway are buses. You can buy tickets both in advance and directly from the driver, however in the latter option you will have to pay a higher fee. Special reductions of payment are provided for pensioners, students and children. Buses run in strict accordance with the schedule, and the technical condition of transport vehicles is at a decent level. Due to the incredibly high quality of highways in the country, car rental points are very popular among tourists. You can have access to this service at a charge rate of 3,000 to 6,000 kroner per week. If you choose this option, it is worth remembering that the cost of fuel here is quite high, and there are also toll gates and roads where you have to pay.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Norway
Nevertheless, the most popular of all festivals is the Summer Festival which takes place in Oslo, the capital of Norway. It lasts throughout the month of June. It includes a huge variety of free activities for adults and children. During the festival, there are a lot of live concerts held in the center of the capital. Everyone can enjoy not only Norwegian folk music and dances, but also classical music and jazz. … Open
Photogallery of Bergen sights
Our guide to Bergen
Bergen sightseeing
The city was founded in 1070 on the shore of the bay by the king Olav Kyrre. Several decades later a huge castle Bergenhus made of stone was built here. This town is widely known by its splendid moderate climate. Bergen traditionally attracts large number of visitors. Tourists are attracted not only by the climate and nature of this place, but also by the large number of sights and other cultural values. Moreover, … Open 
Cultural excursion through Bergen - things to see
Among the attractions in Bergen you will surely find many internationally famous sites. Bergen’s Hanseatic waterfront is definitely one of them. The name of the embankment appeared in honor of the important events that took place in the 14th century. During that period the merchants of Baltic and European cities signed Hanseatic League, which was a major step in the development of trading relations between the … Open
Attractions and active leisure
Bergen will be surely loved by fans of active rest and by those who enjoy nature and its tranquil atmosphere. Fans of nightlife and the tourists, who cannot imagine a vacation without shopping, will be surely more than delighted. Ecotourism followers are recommended to visit a popular national park Hardanger Fjord. Incredibly beautiful landscapes, mountain streams and waterfalls - a walk through the picturesque … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Restaurants in Bergen feature widest selection of various dishes that will perfectly suit either discerning food connoisseurs or people who follow a vegetarian diet. Of course, adherents of classic cuisine will be also more than satisfied. The restaurant named Escalón is popular not only among visitors, but also among local residents. Among the specialties of this dining facility are stuffed mushrooms, shrimps in … Open
Traditions and mentality of Bergen
Local residents are distinguished by very calm and balanced character. They are very patient and reasonable, and so they can even seem to be a bit slow to some visitors. The locals remain calm even in the most difficult situations, and for them it’s not common to raise voice even during quarrels. Honesty is a striking feature of the national character. Sellers in the local stores will never impose an … Open
Travel guide to Bergen
Those fond of exciting excursions will be interested to see Ganeziysky Museum, which is considered one of the most interesting in the country. It was founded in 1872 by a wealthy local merchant, this museum contains a very interesting collection of antiques. Walking through the rooms, you can see antique wooden furniture, paintings and statues, as well as old books and items of tableware. After the founding of the … Open
