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Guided tours
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The best way how to get to know Bergen and
its attractions, learn about the Norwegian history and culture. The most
favourite is an approximately four-hour tour beginning in the town centre
and continuing to Troldhaugen, the house of the composer Edvard Grieg, to
the stave church Fantoft and to the open air museum Gamle Bergen. For
those who prefer walking is ideal a tour in town with
an excursion into the Hanseatic Museum, Håkons Hall and Rosenkrantz Tower and a walk through the
old wooden houses on Bryggen.
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Glacier walks
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In the Western part of Norway, there are
several glaciers to choose from. As a rule, you will be provided with the
equipment for such tours. What you should have yourself - it is long
trousers and solid hiking shoes.
Folgefonna, with the area of 213,62 km2,
is the third largest glacier in Norway. It lies 160 km from Bergen and in
the summer, there are organised 5-6 hours long tours on the glacier.
Even further from Bergen (276 km) you can find the glacier Jostedalen.
Also here are offered tours on the glacier with an experienced guide. They
take approximately 6 hours.
The glacier Briksdal lies about 300 km far from Bergen. In the summer,
there are guided walks every day. They take 2-4 hours. |
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Hiking
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The best way how to explore the beauties of
the Norwegian nature. Bergen is surrounded by mountains where you can
choose from numerous footpaths. Thus you can observe the rough mountainous
landscape, dark blue lakes and delight in the breath-taking views. Easy
start is from the mountain Fløyen, where you can get by a funicular from
the town centre. You can either walk on your own or be accompanied with
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Fishing
Do not miss the enjoyment
of seeing the Norwegian
fjords from a boat, catching some well-grown cod or mackerels and making a
delicious dinner - fresh fish on a grill. Fishing in the season gives you a
guaranteed success! It is suitable for everybody, we
provide you with equipment and instructions. Read more
on a special page dedicated to Fishing. |
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Rafting
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Excitement, adventure and fun together with
your friends! Rafting centre is situated in Voss, approximately 1,5 hour
from Bergen. You can choose from three rivers with different profile, thus
it is suitable for beginners as well as for experienced. All tours involve
a short minibus journey, safety instruction, swimming test and approximately
8kms-long exciting rafting. A light snack and hot/cold drinks are included.
Total duration is 3-4 hours. Transport to Voss is not included. |
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Cycling
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Physical activity such as cycling in the fresh
Norwegian air is a great exercise for your body. Combine your stay in
Bergen with a one-day trip on a bike. The equipment can be rented
at your starting point and the trip
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Skiing
Norway has many skiing resorts to choose from, among the most popular are Geilo, Hemsedal
(approximately 4 hours from Bergen), Lillehammer -
Hafjell (8 hours from Bergen) and Voss (1,5 hour from
Bergen). More information on Skiing pages. Horse riding
Watch the countryside from a horses' back and relax! The typical Norwegian
ponies are calm and friendly. Suitable for families.
Diving
The crystal clear water makes the Western
Norwegian coast ideal for diving trips. Diving gives you a unique insight
into the rich Norwegain sea world, which is in contrast to the rough
mountainous landscape. More information on Diving
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Whale watching
The Great Sperm Whales come to Northern
Norway in the summer period to feed and so do the Orcas during the winter.
Both species of whales can be watched on special trips organized from the
area of Lofoten islands. The boats used for
whale watching allow tourist to experience the wild nature and at the same
time, there are scientists present on the boat and are monitoring the life
and behaviour of whales.
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