Pocket Bergen A Self-guided Tour to the Unesco Site of Bryggen

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Pass By: Bryggen, 5003 Bergen, Norway

Bergen’s historic harbor district, Bryggen, has long been an important part of Norway’s history. On this walking tour, I’ll shed light on some of the area’s rich and complex history, and tell you how Bryggen rose from the ashes to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.

Pass By: Bryggen Hansa Quarter, Torget 13, 5014 Bergen, Norway

Starting and ending in front of the harbour, this tour takes you through the Bryggen Hansa Quarter. Along the way, you’ll learn about the commercial area’s medieval origins, and its quick expansion. You’ll walk through its narrow wooden streets, hearing about the iconic architecture around you.

Pass By: Det Hanseatiske Museum og Schoetstuene, Ovregaten 50, Bergen 5003 Norway

I’ll also tell you about the daily working life of the Hanseatic merchants and the struggles they faced, the stockfish trade that made the area commercially rich, and the tense relations between Norwegians and the Hanseatic community.

Pass By: Schøtstuene, Hanseatic Assembly Rooms, Øvregaten 50, 5003 Bergen, Norway

I’ll also show you the district’s main landmarks, like the Hanseatic Museum and Schøtstuene Assembly Rooms, St. Mary’s Church, Bryggens Museum, and Kjøbmandsstuen (an old Hanseatic Merchant’s Hall).

Pass By: St. Mary's Church, Dreggsallmenningen 15, 5003 Bergen, Norway

Pass by the St Mary's Church and hear its rich history.

Pass By: Bryggens Museum - Bymuseet i Bergen, Dreggsallmenningen 3, Bergen 5003 Norway

Pass by the Bryggens Museum and learn about its curious fire

Pass By: Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf, Bergen 5003 Norway

This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to delve deeper into Bergen’s history while enjoying a leisurely walk through the streets of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join me on this hour-long tour to meet Bryggen’s medieval merchants and fishermen, and hear their stories!