Where to stay
For easy accessibly to the transportation hub linking to various fjords and hiking destinations, I’d recommend staying near Bergen busstasjon & Bergen stasjon.
For some affordable accommodation in the area with highly-rated reviews, checkout the following Airbnb options.
Local Activities
Depending where you decide to stay, public transit around Bergen to explore and join activities is very simple via the Skyss app. Use Skyss Reise to plan and Skyss Billett to book your ticket.
Here are some fun activities and main things to see during your time in Bergen.
Fløibanen - Funicular Railway
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After a 5 to 8 minute journey to the top station, the Fløibanen - Funicular Railway offers far reaching views over Bergen, as well as a restaurant, activities and shops.
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Bryggen
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Bryggen is one of Bergen's and Norway's main attractions. Bryggen was built after the great fire in 1702 and is included on UNESCO's World Heritage List.
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Bergenhus Fortress
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Bergenhus Fortress is one of Norway's oldest and best preserved fortifications. The Fortress has a long history as a royal seat, episcopal see and military seat of power.
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Exploring the Fjords
Known as the King and Queen of the Fjords, Sognefjord and Hardangerfjord are Norway’s largest fjords, both accessible on a full day trip from Bergen.
Sognefjord
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Sognefjord, nicknamed “King of the Fjords,” is Norway's longest and deepest fjord, stretching 204 kilometres inland from the coast north of Bergen
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Hardangerfjord
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The Hardangerfjord is the fifth longest fjord in the world, and the second longest fjord in Norway. It contains lively small villages, national parks, local culinary experiences and glaciers.
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Nærøyfjord Self-Guided Tour
Nærøyfjord
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The Naeroyfjord is the most beautiful and wildest arm of the Sognefjord and is on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
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If you’re on a budget and open to navigating to the spectacular Nærøyfjord yourself, consider following this itinerary. It will likely save you over half the cost of a guided tour. During the dates I traveled in July, self-guided transfer totaled half the cost of the guided tour below.
First, you’ll jump on the NOR•WAY bus from Bergen busstasjon to Gudvangen E16 (a short walk to the Gudvangen ferry stop where you’ll start the cruise).
Next you’ll board the Fjord Cruise for a breathtaking 2 hour trip through the world heritage Nærøyfjord.
Book your cruise ticket via the link below.
After the cruise, definitely experience the spectacular views with a ride on the The Flåm Railway. And don’t miss the stop at the Kjosfossen waterfall including the elusive forest spirit Huldra!
If you’re staying a night in Flåm and are interested in a roundtrip train journey, you can book through the link below.
For combined travels with The Flåm Railway and The Bergen (Oslo) Line back to Bergen, you can purchase your ticket at www.vy.no/en or via the Vy app below.
Full-day Guided Tours
Half-day Guided Tour
Cruise beneath the towering cliffs of the Osterfjord, the closest fjord to Bergen, and navigate the narrow Mostraumen strait.
Osterfjorden
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The Osterfjord is one of three fjords surrounding Osterøy, and the fjord that is closest to Bergen. The fjord is 27 kilometers long and 1-3 kilometers wide.
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Mostraumen
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The Mostraumen straits is a scenic and narrow fjord channel that is 600 meters long and only 50 meters wide.
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Hiking
Top hiking near Bergen
Having hiked the Vidden trail from Ulriken to Fløyen I can say it’s spectacular. Beautiful views, challenging and a hike to remember.
More hiking routes are also linked in each place details.
Fløyen
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Fløyen is one of the seven mountains surrounding the city of Bergen. Mount Fløyen is great for hiking and a perfect spot for panoramic views.
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Stoltzekleiven
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Stoltzekleiven in Bergen city center is a steep paved trail and stairs with approximately 908 steps up to Sandviksfjellet. Stoltzekleiven is one of the most popular trails in Bergen.
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Blåmanen
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Blåmanen is one of the seven mountains that surround the city of Bergen offering great hiking routes through diverse landscape and fantastic views.
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Fjellveien
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Fjellveien is one of the most famous hiking routes in Bergen with scenic views and a flat path, making it perfect for all ages and fitness levels.
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Top 3 hikes in Norway
If you’re looking to check off a bucket list item, consider one of the incredible hikes below, recognized as some of the most well-known hikes throughout Norway.
My guide to hiking Trolltunga solo linked below. 👀
Trolltunga
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Trolltunga is one of the most scenic and spectacular cliffs in Norway, hovering 700 metres above Ringedalsvatnet lake.
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Pulpit Rock
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Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock) towers 604 metres above the Lysefjord. The trek to the rock is one of Norway's most famous mountain hikes.
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Kjerag
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At 1,084 metres above sea level, Kjerag is the highest peak in the Lysefjord and home to the world-famous boulder Kjeragbolten.
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