City break in Bergen. Active leisure ideas for Bergen - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Bergen will be surely loved by fans of active rest and by those who enjoy nature and its tranquil atmosphere. Fans of nightlife and the tourists, who cannot imagine a vacation without shopping, will be surely more than delighted. Ecotourism followers are recommended to visit a popular national park Hardanger Fjord. Incredibly beautiful landscapes, mountain streams and waterfalls - a walk through the picturesque countryside will surely leave only best memories and impressions. The park is the location of numerous rare plants, as well as home to exotic animals and birds, which can be seen only by the luckiest travelers. One more great way to get acquainted with the natural attractions of Bergen and its surroundings is to make a ride on the Bergens-Expressen train. A fascinating trip lasts several hours, and the route of the train passes through the most picturesque places of Bergen surroundings.

The famous Bergen Aquarium is the place where visitors can see hundreds of the deep sea inhabitants. Visitors will be surely delighted with the enchanting show, which takes place at the Aquarium every day. Bergen Camp Park is known as the most popular park of the city. This is a perfect destination for family holidays, walking and cycling. The park is equipped with rides and funny attractions for children, as well as a special area for picnics. If you like silence, you will be glad to know there are several secluded areas in the park, where visitors can rest and enjoy the splendor of nature.

Bergen will surely please fans of night entertainments. Engelen is known as one of the most popular nightclubs of the city. Its interior is made in a unique style of the 80s of the previous century. In the evening music of most diverse styles is played in the club. Visitors can become the participants of colorful retro parties and enjoy performances of popular DJ's. Styles and parties can change, but only one thing always remains the same - funny and friendly atmosphere of the club. Club Rubinen attracts fans of various music styles. Here are often organized various theme parties, dance performances and master classes from the best dancers of the city. The best place for rest of couples is definitely the club Metro, which main feature is a spacious outdoor terrace. The terrace has comfortable sofas and chairs, so visitors can leave the noisy hall of the club at any time and enjoy silence in romantic atmosphere. Fans of shopping should definitely visit the local Fish Market, which has already become a real tourist attraction. This is the place where the locals and visitors come in order to purchase fresh seafood. The cafes located in the territory of the market serve most exotic dishes made of seafood. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Vacationing in Bergen without fishing (or at least observing how the Norwegians do it because the fishing traditions are deeply rooted here) is equivalent to arriving in Rio de Janeiro during the carnival and skipping it. You can always experience it by contacting Bergen Safari, JANDIS. You can also try cruises professionally organized by such companies as Roedne Fjord Cruise, Norled, Scandinavian Yachters or Beffen. Here, in Bergen, everyone can choose a boat or a yacht to his/her liking. And to ride Norway's most famous sailboat - Statsraad Lehmkuhl - is a sweet dream of anyone who's coming here on holidays, and such a unique opportunity should not be given up.

You can also ride high-speed motor boats (Bergen Fjord Adventures, RIBSAFARI Bergen), and try your hand at rafting and kayaking (Friluftsglede, Northern Exposure) or rent a boat to explore the vast expanses of Bergen (Nautic Charter). Well, those aspiring to the sky and wishing to get a lot of adrenaline should definitely go to Fonnafly Helicopter Sightseeing Bergen where you can take a helicopter trip, or Tandem Paragliding Bergen, to make a long-awaited parachute jump.

Another popular type of recreation is Zip Lining in "The Gateway to the Fjords of Norway" (Bergen's nickname). Such entertainment is represented by Base Camp and Høyt & Lavt. There is an opportunity to ride graceful horses offered by Lund Ryttersportsenter and Øvre-Eide Gard Farm. Needless to say, not only adults but also the smallest travelers will love this place. They would also appreciate the time spent in Bergen Aquarium where you can see crocodiles, snakes, penguins, seals, and fur seals. Shows alone deserve special mentioning. Strong impressions are guaranteed to both adults and children.

For exploring numerous city attractions, many visitors rent a bike (Bergen Base Camp Day Tours), ride trams (Bybanen, Bergen's Electric Tramway) or use segways (Bergen Segway). And to have some fun, you can visit any of the local entertainment centers. Thus, visiting Rush Bergen trampoline center leaves only vivid impressions, and going to Bergen Boblefotball gives a lot of fun, as well as a positive energy remaining with visitors at least for a long time. Those who want to play paintball are welcome in Fana Paintball, and fans of laser tag should not pass by Wasteland.

Escape quests are also quite popular here. In the homeland of Edward Grieg, this type of entertainment is represented by such companies as Escape Bryggen and The Room Bergen. There is also a game in which everyone can try himself in the role of a spy, and such an activity is sure to please fans of intellectual quests. We are talking about The Spy Game. You can also play in CityHunt as a family, this quest is geared towards interacting with children. All who're lucky enough to participate in the game get only pleasant experiences. Another place that is compulsory for visiting with kids is Baluba play center. Bowling players will not get bored as well, and Bowling 1 Vestkanten 1 is ready to help with this.

The Grieg's homeland is worth visiting just for the sake of exploring the museum of his name. Other interesting museums include Bryggens Museum (for those wishing to get acquainted with the life of ordinary people in the past), Bergen Maritime Museum and The Norwegian Fisheries Museum (for those who is enthusiastic about shipbuilding), The Old Voss Steam Railway Museum (great for those interested in railway technology), The Norwegian Knitting Industry Museum (an ideal place to learn more about the local culture).

Bergen is a kind of perfect city, because, in addition to cultural entertainment, it has plenty of nightlife facilities to offer. Thus, if you want to dance all night long, please pay attention to Klubb KOK or Parken Nattbar. Heidi's Bier Bar Bergen is attractive with its atmosphere of carelessness, Dyvekes Vinkjeller is an ideal place for tasting the best varieties of wine, and Grandterminus Whiskey Bar gathers those who prefer stronger drinks. Fans of cozy establishments will like Baran cafe, and lovers of beer will able to choose the best one in Garage Bar.