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Bergen featuring a marina, a coastal town and boating

Bergen featuring general coastal views, night scenes and boating

Bryggen featuring a small town or village, rocky coastline and boating

Bergen which includes landscape views, a lake or waterhole and mountains

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1. Bryggen

Today Bryggen is the entertainment district on the waterfront in Bergen but its history dates back to the 11th century. The old wharf is an internationally protected heritage site thanks to its significance as a trading port for many centuries. The Hanseatic League occupied the site between the 14th and 16th centuries and their influence can still be seen today. Visit museums and craftsmen’s workshops and eat and drink in restaurants and bars.

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Bryggen showing signage, street scenes and a city

2. Bryggen Waterfront

The Bryggen waterfront is located in the city of Bergen, on the western side of Norway. It’s a lively area where you can stroll along the water’s edge while enjoying fantastic views of colorful historical buildings and beautiful ships. Stroll through a great variety of shops, interesting museums and fantastic places to eat.

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Bryggen Waterfront as well as a small group of people

3. Floibanen Funicular

Catch the Fløibanen Funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen for stunning views of Bergen. Look out across the city, mountain and beautiful fjords.

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Floibanen Funicular showing railway items

4. Torget Fishmarket

The Torget Fishmarket is central to Bergen’s identity. Fishermen have sold the best of their daily catch here since the 12th century and the market still buzzes with the sound of trading today. Buy fresh fish or watch a cooked lunch be prepared for you.

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Torget Fishmarket which includes markets as well as a couple

5. Mt. Floyen

Within 8 minutes you can be out of the city and in the mountains around Bergen. Mount Fløyen is one of the most popular spots to go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding and cross-country skiing in winter.

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Mt. Floyen which includes mountains and a small town or village

What to do in Hordaland County

Popular places to visit

Bryggen

Traditional wooden houses once occupied by merchants line alleyways by the waterfront, where you’ll find hand-made souvenirs, seafood restaurants and museums.

Trolltunga

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Trolltunga during your travels in Odda. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its churches.

Bryggen Waterfront

Walk around this popular spot in Bergen, a beautiful neighborhood full of traditional houses, museums, restaurants and shops along an arm of the North Sea.

Floibanen Funicular

Ride the cable car from the center of Bergen to the top of Mount Fløyen for incredible views across the fjords and access to picturesque hiking trails.

Torget Fishmarket

Eat local specialties such as fresh caviar, pickled herring and fish soup at this lively outdoor market that dates back to the 12th century.

Mt. Floyen

Go hiking and picnicking in summer and sledding in winter on this picturesque mountain within easy reach of the city center.

Voringfossen

Explore the great outdoors at Voringfossen, a lovely green space in Eidfjord. Stroll along the family-friendly beaches or discover the area's waterfalls.

Ulriken Cable Car which includes views as well as a couple

Torgalmenningen Square

You can learn about the history of Bergen when you stop by Torgalmenningen Square. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Ulriken Cable Car

Make the journey up Bergen’s highest mountain to hike, dine and enjoy incredible panoramas across the mountains, fjords and sea.

Areas of Hordaland County

Bryggen featuring a small town or village, boating and rugged coastline

Bergen City Centre

Museums, seafood restaurants, and historic sites highlight some notable features of Bergen City Centre. Make a stop by Torgalmenningen Square or Torget Fishmarket while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station to get around town.

Sentrum

While you're in Sentrum, take in top sights like Grieg Hall or Bergen Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Nonneseteren Station or Bystasjonen Station.

Bergenhus

Travelers choose Bergenhus for its waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Byparken Station or Nonneseteren Station and check out top sights like Bryggen.

Fana

You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Fana. You might want to make time for a stop at Lagunen Storsenter or Troldhaugen.

Årstad

The mountain views and restaurants are just a few things visitors like about Årstad. Brann Stadium and Ulriksbanen are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Wergeland Station or Brann Stadium Station to get around the larger area.