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Sightseeing Sightseeing Overview Bergen is situated around the historic harbour area. The centre has a fairly compact layout and most areas of interest are within walking distance. Bryggen – the wharf area – is right in the middle of the quayside close to the fish market. Despite its small scale there is plenty to keep the visitor amused, with many of the key attractions focusing on the city’s natural setting and beautiful surroundings. There is a funicular and a cable car, which carry visitors to the summit of two of Bergen’s mountains to enjoy spectacular views. Boat trips to the fjords are also popular. The local architecture, particularly the Hanseatic Wharf of Bryggen and the Bergenseners’ brightly painted wooden homes, provides great photo opportunities. If, as is often the case, it happens to be raining, there are numerous museums covering topics as diverse as fishing, the Norwegian Resistance in World War II and the new Bergen Schools Museum, which opened at Lille Øvregate in 2002 (website: www.bsm.museum.no). There are also several good art galleries, particularly along the southern bank of the Lille Lungegårdsvann lake. Walkers around the city should be prepared for some steep climbs, as Bergen is very hilly. Tourist Information Bergen Turistinformasjon (Bergen Tourist Information) Vågsallmenningen 1 Tel: 5555 2000. Fax: 5555 2001. E-mail: info@visitbergen.com Website: www.visitbergen.com Opening hours: Daily 0830-2200 (Jun-Aug); 0900-2000 (May and Sep); Mon-Sat 0900-1600 (Oct-Apr). During summer, there is an additional information office by the harbour at Skoltegrunnskaien and another all year at Flesland Airport. Passes The Bergen Card allows free bus travel within the city limits, free parking and free or discounted admittance to many of Bergen’s museums and attractions, sightseeing tours and entertainment venues. A 24-hour Bergen Card costs NOK165 for an adult and NOK70 for children (3-16 years); a 48-hour card is NOK245 for an adult and NOK105 for children. The card can be purchased at the Tourist Information Office, the railway station, the Express Boat Terminal, the Montana Youth Hostel and many hotels and camping sites. |
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