Bryggen

Historic district Bergen, Vestland, Norway

What to expect

Bryggen is a historic harbour district in Bergen, one of North Europe’s oldest port cities on the west coast of Norway. The area has been an important trading centre since the 12th century and was a key location for the Hanseatic League. Today, Bryggen houses museums, shops, restaurants, and pubs, and is a popular destination for visitors. The district features a series of Hanseatic heritage commercial buildings lining the eastern side of the Vågen harbour, with some buildings dating back to the 14th century. Notable houses at Bryggen include Bellgården, Svensgården, Enhjørningsgården, Bredsgården, and Bugården. Visitors can explore the Bryggens Museum and Hanseatic Museum, and see the oldest and tallest building in the area, St Mary's Church

Plan your family visit to the Bryggen with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We explored this charming area in Bergen, with its wooden houses facing the port. The article mentions that "the streets are narrow: you can almost play hide-and-seek!"

Highlights: The children loved the charm of the area and the narrow streets, making it fun to explore and play ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We strolled through the narrow, cobblestone streets of Bryggen, discovering its colorful wooden houses and rich history

Highlights: The kids loved exploring the charming streets and alleys, while we enjoyed the unique atmosphere and historic significance ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We roamed aimlessly, ducking into stores or shops on a rainy day, and explored the narrow alleyways and passages within Bryggen

Highlights: We enjoyed the laid-back pubs and restaurants that are nice to pop into for a relaxing lunch or dinner, particularly on a rainy day ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Bryggen, the UNESCO World Heritage site. We were almost alone in the world due to Covid. We strolled through the small but sublime area and enjoyed the colorful facades and wooden structures. We also explored the shops and art galleries

Highlights: Bryggen was a small but beautiful place. The children enjoyed strolling around the colorful buildings. The shops in the alleys, away from the port's hustle and bustle, also appealed to us, as they offered art galleries, small cafes, and unusual shops ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We strolled along the famous Bryggen Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admired the colorful houses, which were rebuilt after a fire

Highlights: The kids loved walking between the tall, colorful houses and exploring the narrow passages ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We walked around the historic district and saw the old wooden houses

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the narrow streets and the old houses, and we enjoyed the souvenir shops and restaurants ✨