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A Festive Weekend Ahead: The Bergen Julemarked Opens at Festplassen The holiday season is officially kicking off in Bergen! The beloved Bergen Julemarked opens this weekend and invites you to dive into a vibrant world of twinkling lights, warm drinks, and lots of festive cheer.

Christmas and New Years Restaurant opening hours.Here’s a handy guide for visiting Bergen, Norway, over the Christmas & New Year period (late December 2025) — summarising shop and restaurant opening-hours, plus some insider tips to help you plan. Always double-check with individual restaurants, cafés and shops closer to your visit, as many will adjust hours or require bookings.

Are you planning a visit to Bergen in November? Get ready for one of the city’s brightest and most festive pre-Christmas events: the Festival of Lights (Lysfesten) on Saturday, 15 November 2025.

What to Expect When You Visit When you step into Bergen’s Christmas market, here are a few things you shouldn’t miss:

Bergen is gearing up once again for the city’s biggest Bavarian-inspired party — Oktoberfest 2025! If you’re in Bergen this October, here’s everything you need to know about the event.

Bybanen is Back on Track – Summer Travel Just Got Easier!

Bergen Light Rail – Service Changes: July 28th to August 3rd

Axels Tivoli in Bergen – A Whirl of Fun for All Ages! If you're visiting Bergen and looking for something a little different and full of energy, head down to Axels Tivoli – the traveling funfair that brings color, music, and excitement to the city! Set up at Festplassen during the spring and summer months, Axels Tivoli is packed with classic rides, games, and treats. From spinning teacups and bumper cars to thrilling roller coasters and giant swings.

Summer 2025 Bybanen Closures & Reroutes Planning to use Bybanen this summer in Bergen? Be sure to check your travel plans—significant track upgrades will impact service from June 30 through August 3, 2025. Here's what you need to know:

The Variance of Daylight in Bergen: A Year of Light and Shadows Bergen, known for its breathtaking fjords and cozy city vibes, also boasts dramatic changes in daylight throughout the year. In the heart of winter, daylight can be as brief as 6 hours — a soft, muted glow that makes the city’s warm cafes and twinkling lights feel even more inviting.But come summer, Bergen comes alive with nearly 19 hours of daylight, bathing the city in soft Nordic light well into the late e

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Experience the Best of Bergen: Bergenfest 2025 Get ready for an unforgettable musical journey as Bergenfest 2025 returns to the historic Bergenhus Fortress from June 11 to 14, 2025.

Your Guide to Bergen’s 17 May Parades – A Day Full of Celebration!

Exploring 17th May in Bergen: Parade Times, Best Viewing Spots, and What to Expect

Bergen City Marathon 2025: What to Expect This Saturday

Bergen City to the Entrance of Mount Ulriken Cable Car

17th May: My Guide to Norway's National Day in Bergen

Easter Opening Hours in Bergen, Norway: A Insider's Guide

A cold, snowy, weekend here in bergen

It's been a very cold and Snowy start to January 2025 here in Bergen.