Bryggen
The old Hanseatic wharf with its rows of colourful wooden houses, a World Heritage site.
Tickets →Bergen, Norway
Bergen: airports, things to do and where to stay
Bergen is Norway's second city, between seven mountains and the sea, known for its rain, its harbour and the wooden houses of Bryggen, a World Heritage site. It is the gateway to the fjords.
Bergen airports
From the airport to central Bergen
Bergen Flesland airport is about 12 km from central Bergen.
Bybanen
Line 1 of the Bybanen light rail links the airport with central Bergen in about 45 minutes.
Flybussen
Buses linking the airport with the centre of Bergen. Check timetables and tickets on the operator's website.
Taxi
Taxi rank outside the arrivals hall. It is the most convenient way to reach the centre of Bergen, though more expensive than public transport.
Bergen
Things to do in Bergen
Fløibanen
The funicular that climbs from the centre to Mount Fløyen in a few minutes, with views of the city and the fjord.
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Håkonshallen
The great medieval royal hall from the 13th century, part of the Bergenhus fortress by the harbour.
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Fisketorget
The harbour fish market, with stalls selling seafood, salmon and local specialities.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Bergen?
Bergen is served by Bergen Flesland (BGO).
How far is the airport from central Bergen?
Bergen Flesland airport is about 12 km from central Bergen.
How do I get from the airport to central Bergen?
From Bergen Flesland airport you can take Bybanen (tram), Flybussen (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Bergen?
Highlights of Bergen include Bryggen, Fløibanen, Håkonshallen, and Fisketorget.
Photo credits
- Bryggen: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Fløibanen: Espen Franck-Nielsen, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Håkonshallen: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Fisketorget: Ssu, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons