- Strandgaten - 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.
- Nykirken - 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.
- Nordnes Sjobad - 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.
- USF Arts Center (Verftet) - 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.
- Knøsesmauet - We stop outside what has been voted the most beautiful street in Bergen.
- Nøstegaten - For the last part of the tour, we head into the well-preserved sailors neighbourhood of Nostet.
- Den Nationale Scene - Heading back into the city, we pass by Bergen’s theatre.
- Ole Bull Fountain - We finish in the city centre of Bergen.
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Bergen is often associated with Bryggen, the fish market, and the funicular. However, there’s so much more to explore in this historically rich and charmingly secretive city. One of its hidden gems is Nordnes, centrally located yet unknown to many.
During our tour, we’ll dive into the lifestyle and trade history of Norwegians in Bergen by visiting a range of homes from the rich merchant to the humble sailor. The grandeur of merchant houses still standing today is evident, even though fires and wars have morphed Nordnes into an architectural potpourri. Nevertheless, one can find preserved 17th-century streets tucked away behind 1950s-style apartment buildings.
But Nordnes’s appeal is not restricted to just its historical value - it also hosts some of the best cafes and restaurants in the city, perfect to take a break from the hustle and bustle and live like a local. We will also talk about Bergen simplitudes, like our daily routine, and why owning a car is not a common practice.
To avoid any interference with local activities, we limit our group sizes to ensure a respectful exploration of the quaint lanes of this neighborhood.
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