To make it easier for you, we have put together a few suggestions for day programs in Bergen. Choose from these options and put together your own combination.
View from Skansen
Skansen is located close to the lower Funicular station, a 10 minutes walk from the Fish Market. Please note that it may be hard to walk the zigzagging road to Skansen because of the incline. At Skansen, you can also see the charming old wooden fire-watchers station. Every 17th May, at 7am they fire cannon here, to mark the opening of Norway’s National Day. Free.
Stroll in Fjellveien
(Fjell = Mountain, veien = road) If you’re already at Skansen, why not continue up to Fjellveien and a to tradition rich stroll. If you are going north, you’ll get a great overview of Sandviken and the center of Bergen. Free.
Stroll at Bryggen
(Bryggen = the famous harbor waterfront) See the Bryggen for more information.
Stroll at Nordnes
(Nord = North, nes = headland) If you are going to the Bergen Aquarium, you are very close to the park at Nordnes. Free.
Walk from Mount Ulriken to Mount Floyen
This trip is an all day walk and is quite hard. Walking from the center of Bergen to the Mount Ulriken cable car: 30 minutes. Walking from the lower station to the top: 50 minutes. Walking from Mount Ulriken to Mount Floyen (via Vidden): 4, 5 or 6 hours (normally 5 hours). Walking from the top of Mount Floyen to the center of Bergen: 30 minutes. It is also possible to go in the opposite direction.
Visit the fish market
Situated in the center of Bergen. Free.
Visit the Bergenhus Fort
Situated in the center of Bergen. Free entrance.
Free Hiking in Bergen
Search for hiking articles here at Bergen Guide
