"Fjordland" Bergen by Ramonq

Bergen is a clean and green Norwegian town which also serves as a gateway to the fjordlands of Norway. It is relatively small but very pleasant and salubrious as one would expect in a Scandinavian town. The air is crisp and clean even in summertime. One can really feel the alpine atmosphere while in Bergen which gives you some anticipation of what lies around the corner. Bergen is the most popular place to start and explore the fjords of Norway. Around the port area, there are a lot of travel touts that entice you to join their expeditions to the fjords.

But that does not mean that Bergen has nothing to offer. It is a great city to relax and enjoy the simple pleasures in life. Seafood, crisp cold beer amidst very pleasant surroundings especially around the port. Bergen is known for its fresh seafood caught directly from the North Sea. The fish soup and salmon are absolutely delicious which would always remind you of your trip to Norway.

Bergen is an old town, so there are historical places to visit and cultural sights to enjoy. At the port of Bergen lies an very well preserved medieval village which is in the UNESCO Heritage site. Here one can observe the simple life in Norway during the 14th century as well as notice how Norway has evolved from then.

• Pros:Gateway to the Fjords
• Cons:Expensive hotels