Bryggen
Wharf
Bergen’s
most famous district was destroyed many times (fire, bombing...). The
wooden houses have been indeed rebuilt after the last great fire in
1955 and are therefore not that authentic. However, they do reflect
the atmosphere of the Hanseatic era. The wooden buildings are erected
side by side with sometimes tortuous alleys running through between
them. The district is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site and we
can understand why: It is wonderful! Many artisans settled down in
this area.
Saint
Mary’s Church
Main
place of worship of the German population who lived in Bryggen
between 1408 and 1766. It is possible to visit it.
Mount
Fløyen
It
is one of the seven mountains that surround Bergen - and that
explains then this so particular climate. It is also the most visited
one.
To
go up there, there are several possibilities: On foot or taking the
Fløibanen, a funicular railway (NOK 45 per ride). If the funicular
is non-stop, you can reach the top within a few minutes. The highest
elevation is 320 metres and from up there, you have a breathtaking
view over Bergen and its port. You will also find a restaurant and
children’s play areas.
Take
the time to go back downtown on foot. The three-kilometre walk only
lasts 45 minutes. The landscape of the forest, inhabited by
mysterious trolls, is wonderful.
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