Between Oslo and Copenhagen I detoured to the West coast of Norway to the town of Bergen. The Bryggen district contains the old wharf and commercial buildings that are now boast World Heritage Site status. While once the former center of the league of Hanseatic merchants, Bergen is now a town for tourists and the jumping off point for exploring Norway's fjords.
Unfortunately I was in Bergen during the off season and unable to catch a fjord tour so I ended up attempting to stay dry and wishing I had gone North from Oslo instead of West. You can take the Floibanen (funicular) from the commercial district for sweeping views of the city. If it's dry, there is a series of hiking trials to explore and play areas for the kids. There is also a cafe at the top during the busy season.
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| Bergen |
Another distraction in Bergen is the
Akvariet (aquarium). You'll find a wide variety of animals at the aquarium and can view penguin feedings, sea lion shows, and exhibits illustrating the native environments of Norway.
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Akvariet
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To break up the trip from Bergen to Copenhagen, I stopped for a night in Fredrikstad and wandered around the fortified old town. To get there, take a short (free) ferry ride across the canal behind the train station. Walk around the fortifications, visit the museum, or stroll through the market in the main square.
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| Fredrikstad Old Town |
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