Attractions
Bryggen
Bryggen, the site of the old medieval quarter, is a charming,
compact area of brightly coloured wooden homes that once housed the
city's merchants. Steep cobbled lanes are lined with a vivacious
blend of cafes and artists workshops. The Hanseatic wharf area,
with many...
see full detailsHanseatic Museum
The Hanseatic Museum is housed in one of the oldest and
best-preserved wooden buildings in Bryggen, the former home of a
wealthy merchant. Furnished in the 18th century style, it provides
a glimpse of the working and living conditions of the Hanseatic
merchants during...
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The archaeological museum was built around the remains of the
oldest buildings discovered in Bergen, dating from the 12th
century, and the ruins have been incorporated into the exhibits
along with excavated tools, ceramics and skeletons. The museum
houses various artefacts and traditional costumes...
see full detailsSt Mary’s Church (Mariakirken)
Bergen’s oldest surviving building, the beautiful
Romanesque stone Church of St Mary’s, dates from the
beginning of the 12th century. The interior is decorated with old
frescoes and a splendid Baroque pulpit that was donated by the
Hanseatic merchants in 1676. The twin towers...
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