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The Ultimate Guide to Public Transport in Bergen
Complete guide to public transport in Bergen: Bybanen light rail, buses, boats, trains, 2026 fares, Bergen Card and practical tips for getting around Norway's second city.
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Norway second city charms with its historic Bryggen wharf, funicular rides above the seven mountains, and ferry departures to some of the world most spectacular fjords.
Why Bergen? Nestled between seven mountains and fjords, Norway's second city charms with its Bryggen wharf and gateway-to-the-fjords status.
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In may, the climate in Bergen is good. The weather is generally undefined, with maximum temperatures around 14°C and about 13 rainy days. Tourist crowds are moderate.
Start by strolling through the Bryggen quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its colourful wooden houses dating from the Hanseatic era. Take the funicular up Mount Fløyen for sweeping views of the city and surrounding fjords. Visit the fish market to taste royal crab and smoked salmon. Don’t miss the KODE museum for its collection of Norwegian art, or the lanes of the Nordnes neighbourhood.
Bergen is the ideal starting point for exploring the fjords. The Norway in a Nutshell tour combines a panoramic train, a boat trip on the Nærøyfjord (UNESCO) and a bus ride through spectacular scenery. The Sognefjord, Norway’s longest fjord, and the Hardangerfjord, lined with blossoming orchards in spring, are both accessible as day trips.
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