Choose from 2 Fun Things to Do in Bergen
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Mount Floyen
Mount Floyen towers 1,310 feet (399 meters) over Bergen and offers panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape from its summit. A popular hiking destination, the mountain features a funicular railway and a network of scenic walking and biking trails that run throughout the area.
The Basics
Ride the Fløibanen funicular railway, a thrilling 8-minute journey from Bryggen harbor to a lookout point 3,280 feet (one kilometer) from the summit, or explore the mountain’s network of marked trails for views of the surrounding fjords, islands, and hills. Mount Floyen is also home to the Floyen Folk Restaurant (Fløien Folkerestaurant), where regular folk music concerts are held in the summer months, as well as a café, shop and children’s playground.
Outdoor activities such as hiking and mountain biking tours are a good way to experience Mount Floyen and take in views from its many trails. Guided tours can accommodate all skill levels and ensure visitors' safety and security.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Mount Floyen is a must-see for nature lovers and first-time visitors to Bergen.
- The Fløistuen Café, Fløien Folkerestaurant, and Brushytten cabin offer food and drink for purchase. Picnic huts are available for travelers to enjoy their packed lunches.
- The Fløibanen funicular railway is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers, and elevators also offer easy access to the upper and lower funicular stations.
- Visitors can buy tickets for the Fløibanen funicular in advance, but there is no need to make reservations for a time slot.
How to Get There
Mount Floyen lies just outside of the city of Bergen, Norway. The Fløibanen funicular’s lower station is located just 500 feet (150 meters) from Fisketorget (the fish market) and Bryggen Wharf in downtown Bergen. Guided tours typically provide round-trip transportation, including a ride on the funicular railway.
When to Get There
You can experience Mount Floyen year-round. Sledding is a popular winter activity, while in summer you can hike, zipline, canoe, and mountain bike in the area. Summer visitors should also keep a lookout for cashmere goats that live on the mountain and help trim the weeds.
Activities for Kids at Mount Floyen
Children will love exploring the Troll Forest, where they can hike at their own pace and discover trolls hiding among the trees. The mountain also boasts one of Bergen’s best playgrounds, where kids can run and climb on a variety of structures. Easy stroller access on and off the funicular makes Mount Floyen a great activity for families with young kids.
Address: Mount Floyen, Bergen, Norway
Admission: Varies
From $ 48
Hardangerfjord
Norway's second-longest fjord, Hardangerfjord stretches nearly 124 miles (200 kilometers) inland from the Atlantic. Highlights include a massive glacier covering more than 77 square miles (200 square kilometers) and Troll's Tongue (Trolltunga) rock, hanging 2,300 feet (701 meters) above Ringedalsvatnet Lake in Odda.
The Basics
Hardangerfjord starts about 50 miles (80 kilometers) south of Bergen and heads northeast while branching into smaller fjords. Visitors can take guided walks on the glacier or hike on well-marked paths around the fjord. The hike up to Trolltunga is challenging and not for the faint of heart, but rewards hikers with sweeping views of the fjord and surrounding area, as well as some fantastic photo opportunities. There are also several interesting museums along the fjord, including the Hardanger Folk Museum in Ullensvang, the Norwegian Museum of Hydropower and Industry in Odda, and the Hardanger Maritime Museum and Kabuso Art Centre in Kvam.
Private guided day trips and self-guided tours from Bergen generally travel the length of the fjord, taking in the waterfall- and mountain-dotted scenery along the way. Some tours travel by a combination of bus, train, and boat, so visitors can experience diverse viewpoints.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Hardangerfjord is a must-visit destination for outdoor and adventure lovers.
- Hardangerfjord is an easy 1-day tour from Bergen.
- There is an excellent tourist infrastructure in the area, with plenty of well-marked trails and cabins, if you want to stay overnight.
- Trolltunga is a challenging 1-day hike that requires proper gear and good footwear.
How to Get There
Hardangerfjord is more than an hour's drive from Bergen, where you can catch a boat (daily) to the village of Rosendal on the southern shore of the fjord. To explore the fjord by boat, numerous services run guided sightseeing tours, stopping at towns, such as Herand, Utne, Lofthus, Kinsarvik, and Ulvik. Alternatively, skip the hassle by visiting on an organized tour that leaves from Bergen.
When to Get There
Hardangerfjord is accessible year-round but is perhaps at its prettiest in spring when the area's many fruit trees are in bloom. The best time to hike to Trolltunga is between May and September"”snow and ice can create hazardous conditions outside of those months.
Orchard of Norway
Sometimes known as "the orchard of Norway," around 40 percent of Norway's fruit is grown around Hardangerfjord. English monks introduced apples to the region in the 13th century, and today one of its most famous products is a strong, alcoholic cider.
Address: Hardangerfjord, Bergen, Norway
From $ 246