Norway Bucket List

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📍 Location:
Central Bergen – right along the Vågen harbor

🗺️ Must-See Spots:
Hanseatic Museum: Dive into life during the Hanseatic era
Narrow alleyways: Perfect for photos and stepping back in time
Bryggen Workshops: See craftspeople at work – jewelry, art, textiles
Shops & Cafés: Grab a coffee or shop handmade goods in timber-clad stores

🕰️ Best Time to Visit:
Late spring to early autumn (May–September) – mild weather and long daylight
Early morning or golden hour for crowd-free, magical views

📸 Tips for Photos:
Stand across the harbor for full front-facing shots of the colorful facades
Explore side alleys for unique angles and vintage vibes

How to Reach Bryggen, Bergen:
✈️ By Air (Flying to Bergen):
Airport: Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO) – ~18 km from city center
From Airport to Bryggen:
By Light Rail (Bybanen): Line 1 → Get off at "Byparken" (end stop), then 10-minute walk to Bryggen
By Airport Bus (Flybussen): Drops you at Bryggen stop – fastest and direct
By Taxi/Uber: 25–30 mins depending on traffic

🚄 By Train:
Arrive at Bergen Central Station via scenic Bergen Railway (from Oslo)
From the station, Bryggen is a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi ride

🛳️ By Cruise Ship or Ferry:
Bergen is a major cruise port
Cruise terminals are within walking distance (5–10 minutes) to Bryggen

🚶 On Foot (from City Center):
Bryggen is centrally located, near Fish Market (Fisketorget) and Fløibanen Funicular
Easily walkable from any major hotel or attraction in Bergen's core