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Looking for a unique walking tour in Bergen that takes you away from the busy crowded areas of Bryggen and the fish market? Discover one of the best-kept secrets in the city with this walking tour of the Nordnes peninsula.
Nordnes is a 1km (0.6 mile) long peninsula that stretches into Bergen harbour. While the Hanseatic League were dominating trade on Bryggen, Nordnes is where the Norwegian merchants developed their businesses. But Nordnes was also the centre of power in Bergen, and it was the city’s courthouse and execution site for hundreds of years. It's also where witches were burned in the 16th and 17th centuries. In the 19th century, it became a hub of sailors and red-light district, with the narrow, dark alleys the perfect place to hide undercover activity. Today it is a popular (and expensive) neighbourhood with families, schools, and beautiful parks.
We limit the group size as this tour is through a residential neighbourhood. You ask as many questions as you want!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This tour begins at Østre Murallmenningen 23, outside the Aksdal raincoat store.
This tour ends at the Blue Stone monument on Torgallmenningen.
Itinerary
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We stroll down Strandgaten, the historic main street for the Norwegian merchants. But we won't just walk down here - we'll veer off-the-beaten path for some unique views of Bergen.
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We stop outside Nykirken, the church built for the merchants in the 17th century. Edvard Grieg was baptised here. But we'll also discuss the Archbishops Residence that used to be there.
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After taking some secret streets in Nordnes (you'll have to take the tour to learn about them!), we end up at the halfway point, the Nordnes Park.
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(Pass by)
As we make our way back to the city, we enter one of the best-preserved neighbourhoods in Bergen. Here we'll see the culture house and surrounds.
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(Pass by)
We stop outside what has been voted the most beautiful street in Bergen.
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(Pass by)
For the last part of the tour, we head into the well-preserved sailors neighbourhood of Nostet.
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Den Nationale Scene (Pass by)
Heading back into the city, we pass by Bergen's theatre.
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(Pass by)
We finish in the city centre of Bergen.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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