Easter in Bergen

Explore Bergen this Easter and discover a large selection of attractions and activities that makes Bergen worth a visit.

Easter is a great time to experience what Bergen has to offer of museums, attractions, activities and tours. The city has fantastic opportunities whatever your interests, whether it's history, art, fjords, or mountain hikes. However, it's worth noting that Norwegians hold public holidays in high regard, and not all attractions operate on regular schedules during Easter. To ensure an optimal experience, we recommend checking opening hours in advance and making a detailed travel itinerary.

List of open attractions and tours during Easter 2024.
List of open restaurants in Bergen during Easter 2024.

Up to the top!

Take a trip on one of the seven mountains that surround Bergen. You can catch the funicular up to Mount Fløyen or or the cable car up to Mount Ulriken and get quickly up to the top and see the spectacular view of Bergen. You can also hike up the mountainside and really see why it is called the city between the seven mountains.

Museums and attractions:

Bergen also has a fantastic range of museums and attractions. Meet the penguins at the Bergen Aquarium, see the fantastic art collections at KODE - Art museums and Composer Homes, or go back in time at the Bryggen Museum..

Easter is also a good opportunity to experience Bergen with children. Bring your kids to the Vannkanten waterworld or go on a discovery tour full of learning at one of the many museums. Check out seven museums in Bergen we're sure your kids would love. 

Half day and full day fjord cruises:

Embark on a half-day fjord cruise from Bergen to see the stunning landscapes and charming coastal villages in just a few hours. For a more extensive fjord experience, opt for a full-day fjord cruise, allowing enough time to immerse yourself in the majestic fjord scenery and take in the beauty of the norwegian fjords. Check out the list of fjord cruises available in winter.

Easter delights:

Indulge in the rich flavors of traditional Norwegian cuisine during Easter in Bergen. Bien Basar and Pingvinen are popular choices, offering classic dishes like Fish Soup and "plukkfisk" (traditional Nowegian stewed fish dish). For a impressive interior and modern menu check out Fresohallen, or treat yourself to Bergen's only Michelin-starred restaurant, Lysverket. Dive deeper into Bergen's culinary scene as a City of Gastronomy and explore the extensive list of restaurants available.

Easter in the Bergen region:

Experience waves crashing in the open heather moors along the coast, or the deep fjords with the high mountains. Take a road trip by car in the Bergen region and experience something new.

The region also offers numerous great mountain hikes. Why not try a Guided snowshoeeing hike for groups in the Hardangerfjord mountains? The tour starts in Nordheimsund or Øystese, about one hour by bus or car from Bergen.

You can find more suggestions for mountain hikes in the Bergen region here.

Photo: Hardangerfjord Adventure / Joey Uffelie

Accommodation at Easter:

The Bergen region offers accommodation in all categories, regardless of whether you want to stay in the center of Bergen or in the region surrounding the city. Choose between hotels, guest houses/bed & breakfasts, self catering apartments, cabinsor hostels. And if you want to bring your own accommodation in the form of a motorhome or caravan, there is a good selection of campsites just outside Bergen.