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City Walking Tour - Bergen On Foot
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Bergen’s nearly 1,000-year history has shaped the city’s character, architecture, and culture. From its founding as a key trading port to its role as a bustling Hanseatic hub, Bergen’s past is filled with fascinating stories waiting to be uncovered. On this tour, I’ll guide you through the city’s most iconic sites as well as hidden gems that many visitors overlook. We’ll explore how Bergen evolved through the ages—from the medieval Hanseatic era to its vibrant, modern-day charm. The tour is thoughtfully divided into two themed parts, offering you a deeper understanding of Bergen’s unique heritage. Join me to experience the stories and sites that make Bergen truly special! Part 1 - Exploring Bergen’s Center Part 2 - Discovering Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the History of the Hanseatic League
Inclusions
What's included
- Professional guide
Itinerary
Part 1 - A walk through the city In the first part of the tour, we go for a walk through the lively centre of Bergen. On our way past the fish market, the theatre and the old fire station, we encounter personalities such as Edvard Grieg and Henrik Ibsen. On our tour, however, I don't only want to bring you closer to the historical sides of the city, but also to the people of Bergen and their life in the here and now.
Part 2 - Bryggen and the German Hanseatic League The picturesque, colourful wooden houses in the Bryggen district are the symbol of the city. Today there are cafes, restaurants and bars among the houses, which are frequented by locals and tourists. 400 years ago, however, there was the smell of dried cod in the air, which was stored here. German merchants bought the cod from Norwegian fishermen and then exported it to all of Europe. This fish made Bergen the most important trading metropolis in Scandinavia at the time. On our way through the Bryggen World Heritage Site, I will tell you what made the fish so special, what the Hanseatic League was and how life for the German merchants played out here.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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5Bergen rain relentless but a great tour anyway!
The 2 hour walk was very informative. It was a small group so we got to ask questions and get a more personalized experience. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. It poured rain the full two hours and I gather that is not uncommon in Bergen so dress appropriately and you’ll have a great time.
4Good understanding of Bergen
Martin did an outstanding ding job in the pouring rain. If anything, maybe he could speak a little louder😁
5What a great tour of Bergen!
Martin is an excellent guide! His tour was interesting, informative, and often funny. He brought along photos that enhanced our understanding of Bergen history. We learned about contemporary Bergen, too. Super tour!
5Bergen with Martin
This was an excellent walking tour and great introduction to Bergen. Martin gave a real insight into the city and it's history. He also gave us some great recommendations for eating and drinking. On his advice, we tried the best and cheapest place for fish soup and a belting coffee shop. Thanks Martin!
5Excellent (rain soaked) walking tour of Bergen
Martin is particularly knowledgeable about the history of Bergen and the larger political history of northern Europe from the time that the city was settled. His tour and walk provided a great historical context to the sights we saw up to present day. He was personable and offered practical suggestions for ways to take advantage of Bergen’s food options.
5Bergen walking city tour
Livia our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable! I highly recommend her!
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We will meet at the staircase leading up to the Bergen Tourist Information Center at Strandkaien 3, 5013 Bergen, Norway. The building is marked "Mathallen". Across from the meeting point is Hotel "Scandic Torget Bergen". Look for me holding a "City Walking Tour - Bergen On Foot" sign.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 16 travellers
- Operated by
- Martins Bergen Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Bergen
- Its from-price is 92% below the median of the 313 experiences we list in Bergen.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 6 of 313.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Bergen
Bergen is Norway's rainy fjord capital, a harbour city of colourful wooden wharf houses, mountain funiculars, a fish market and the gateway to the fjords.
Bergen sits between seven hills and the sea on Norway's west coast, with the wooden buildings of Bryggen, once the Hanseatic League's trading wharf and now a World Heritage site, lined along the harbour. The steep gabled houses stand in rows with narrow passages between them. Bergenhus Fortress, with the medieval Haakon's Hall, guards the harbour mouth, and Bergen was a capital of Norway in the 13th century.
Top-ranked sights in Bergen: Mt. Floyen (Floyfjellet), Hardangerfjord, Fantoft Stave Church.
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