Marken Street, Bergen
Marken Street in Bergen presents a vibrant and picturesque destination for both tourists and locals. Situated conveniently by the railway station at the heart of Bergen's city center, Marken is renowned for its pedestrian-only status, which enhances its quaint and relaxed atmosphere. This charming street is lined with cobbled pathways and features a delightful array of historical buildings that add to its scenic beauty.
A major attraction of Marken Street is its extensive shopping offerings. Visitors can explore a wide variety of shops that include everything from local handicrafts to popular international brands. The street is particularly famous for its Norwegian sweaters, ceramics, and silver jewelry, alongside specialty shops selling unique items like trolls and antiques. Additionally, Marken Street boasts an array of cafes and restaurants, providing ample opportunities for visitors to savor local and international cuisine. Notably, the street even houses a Michelin-starred restaurant, adding a touch of luxury to its dining scene.
Marken's vibrant mix of shopping, dining, and historic appeal makes it a must-visit location in Bergen, encapsulating the essence of Norwegian charm in an urban setting.
A major attraction of Marken Street is its extensive shopping offerings. Visitors can explore a wide variety of shops that include everything from local handicrafts to popular international brands. The street is particularly famous for its Norwegian sweaters, ceramics, and silver jewelry, alongside specialty shops selling unique items like trolls and antiques. Additionally, Marken Street boasts an array of cafes and restaurants, providing ample opportunities for visitors to savor local and international cuisine. Notably, the street even houses a Michelin-starred restaurant, adding a touch of luxury to its dining scene.
Marken's vibrant mix of shopping, dining, and historic appeal makes it a must-visit location in Bergen, encapsulating the essence of Norwegian charm in an urban setting.
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Marken Street on Map
Sight Name: Marken Street
Sight Location: Bergen, Norway (See walking tours in Bergen)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Bergen, Norway (See walking tours in Bergen)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Bergen, Norway
Create Your Own Walk in Bergen
Creating your own self-guided walk in Bergen is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Bergen Shopping Tour
For centuries, since its establishment in the 1020s, Bergen has been an important commercial hub. As such, it is probably one of the oldest shopping destinations in Northern Europe. Today, Bergen features a variety of shops and markets scattered throughout the city.
One such notable location is Kjottbasaren, a historic market located near the city center. Here, visitors can explore a variety... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
One such notable location is Kjottbasaren, a historic market located near the city center. Here, visitors can explore a variety... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
Bergen Introduction Walking Tour
It is a wonder Bergen has had so many fires in its history, considering it has averaged 200 days a year of rain. So, why the fires?
Flames leapt across the narrow streets. The compact wooden buildings were easy prey. In 1702 90% of the city was destroyed. Disasters continued through the years. Finally, in 1916, a new idea in prevention emerged. The way to stop a fire was to starve it.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Flames leapt across the narrow streets. The compact wooden buildings were easy prey. In 1702 90% of the city was destroyed. Disasters continued through the years. Finally, in 1916, a new idea in prevention emerged. The way to stop a fire was to starve it.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Bergen's Architectural Jewels
Surprising as it may appear, but the seemingly small city of Bergen for centuries had been the largest in all of the Nordic countries. It also remained so for Norway until the 1830s. Apart from being the country's former capital (back in the 13th century), Bergen is well-known primarily for its astoundingly beautiful cityscape, formed by the backdrop of mountains and serene waterfront, much... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles