Wooden wharf houses, a funicular up the mountain and fjords on the doorstep. Here's what Bergen is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.
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May to July has the longest days and the best chance of dry weather. August and September are still good for fjord trips. Bergen is one of Europe's rainiest cities, so pack waterproofs whenever you go. In December the city builds a huge gingerbread town.
The old wooden wharf houses, with narrow alleys to explore behind the colourful fronts.
Ride up Mount Fløyen for city views, then find the playground, troll statues and forest trails.
Look at the fish and crabs by the harbour, and try fish cakes or shrimp for lunch.
Penguins, sea lions and Norwegian sea life, with feeding times through the day.
A hands-on science centre with experiments, games and a big bike loop.
A boat trip into a narrow fjord with steep cliffs and waterfalls, short enough for children.
Yes. It's compact, safe and easy to walk, with mountains, boats and a good aquarium. It is expensive, so self-catering helps.
Three or four nights covers the city, Mount Fløyen and a fjord cruise. Add a few more if you want to explore the fjords further.
There are direct flights from London and some other UK airports, taking under two hours. British passport holders don't need a visa for short stays.
Yes, Bergen gets rain on many days of the year. Bring waterproofs and wellies, and save the aquarium and VilVite for the wettest days.
Put Bergen on standby with everyone's other ideas. You each spread your points in secret, get one veto, and the draw picks where you go.