Activities in Bergen

Located by the sea and surrounded by seven mountains, Bergen is ideal for activities such as hiking, cycling or kayaking.

The city’s seven mountains are the local people’s most popular recreation area. If you take the Fløibanen funicular or the Ulriken cable car up to the mountains, you can walk for hours on marked trails while enjoying panoramic views of the city and the region. Hiking on Bergen's 7 mountains are possible all year round. Please note that the funicular is closed for rebuild until 1 April 2022.

One of the most popular walking tours in Bergen is across the plateau from Ulriken to Fløyen. The hike is called "Vidden" and takes about 5 hours.  This hike is also included in our 7 tips on things to do in Bergen with friends.

If you prefer city walks, we suggest you join one of the many fascinating guided walking tours. To stroll through Bryggen’s narrow alleyways and overhanging galleries is to step back into the mists of time and a bygone era.

With Bergen as your base, you can also take part in many different activities, such as fjord and river rafting, kayaking, climbing, abseiling, mountain and glacier walks, cycling trips or fishing.

Whatever your preference, there is plenty of things to do in Bergen all year round!