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European City of culture and a World Heritage City

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Explore Bergen

Bergen is an European City of Culture and a World Heritage City. Located on the west coast of Norway, it is also known as the heart of the Fjords. Bergen offers plenty of things to do all year round. Choose from a range of concerts and events, to activities, fjord tours & cruises as well as a range of attractions, museums and churches.

If you have a Bergen Card, you get discounted or free entry to a range of attractions and museums as well as free public transport in Bergen and the region.

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Christmas in Bergen
Tips for Christmas & opening hours for attractions and restaurants.
Things To Do in Bergen During Winter Season
Fjord tours, concerts and snow covered moutains.
Winter swimming in Bergen – the best places to go for a dip in the sea
The best places to swim in winter
Easter in Bergen
Things to do during Easter in Bergen
Bryggen - meet the artists and designers behind the scenes!
Meet the artists and local designers at Bryggen.
Skostredet - The new heartbeat of Bergen’s historic dining & nightlife quarter
Skostredet is a charming pedestrian street with bars and restaurants.
Where Fjords Meet Fashion: T-Michael's Story
T-Michael has made his mark on the world of bespoke tailoring with unique fashions.
Art in Bergen
Get new impulses at one of Bergen's many art galleries
7 museums outside Bergen city center that are well worth a visit
7 museums well worth a visit
10 unique places to stay in the Bergen region
Want a break from everyday life? 10 unique places to stay in Bergen.
Districts and neighborhoods in Bergen city center
Learn more about the neighborhoods and explore on your own.
17 May – celebrating Constitution Day the Bergen way
A day of celebration with parades, entertainment and local traditions.
The living tradition of Buekorps: Bergen’s unique youth brigades
One of Bergen’s most charming and distinctive traditions
Churches in Bergen
Fantoft Stave Church, St Mary's Church and many more.
Workation in the Bergen region
A workation is an excellent way to make your life a little better.
Bergen - The heart of the fjords
Bergen is the perfect startpoint for exploring the fjords.
Bergen - European City of Culture
Bergen offers world class experiences and culture.
Bergen - World Heritage City
Bryggen is a Unesco World Heritage site and a popular attraction.

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Things To Do Activities \| Attractions \| Tours \| Day Trips \| Shopping \| Trolltunga \| Sauna & Spa \| Sightseeing \| Norway fjords \| Things to do in Voss \|	What's On What's On Highlights \| Concerts \| Festivals \| Large city events \| Shows, Theatres & Opera \| Family Friendly \| Exhibitions and art \| Conferences & Trade Exibitions \|	Accommodation Hotels \| Bed & Breakfasts \| Camping \| Self Catering and Villas \| Cabins \| Hostels \|
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Explore Bergen

Explore Bergen

Discover more

Christmas in Bergen

Things To Do in Bergen During Winter Season

Winter swimming in Bergen – the best places to go for a dip in the sea

Easter in Bergen

Bryggen - meet the artists and designers behind the scenes!

Skostredet - The new heartbeat of Bergen’s historic dining & nightlife quarter

Where Fjords Meet Fashion: T-Michael's Story

Art in Bergen

7 museums outside Bergen city center that are well worth a visit

10 unique places to stay in the Bergen region

Districts and neighborhoods in Bergen city center

17 May – celebrating Constitution Day the Bergen way

The living tradition of Buekorps: Bergen’s unique youth brigades

Churches in Bergen

Workation in the Bergen region

Bergen - The heart of the fjords

Bergen - European City of Culture

Bergen - World Heritage City

Bergen Guide

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