{"id":1881,"date":"2025-07-15T22:36:03","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T22:36:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/?page_id=1881"},"modified":"2025-10-08T14:42:18","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T14:42:18","slug":"getting-to-around-bergen","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/getting-to-around-bergen\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting To\/Around Bergen"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transportation<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Bergen is a city with a compact centre, making it easy to reach most places of interest on foot or by public transport. Bergen International Airport, Flesland (BGO), is the main airport for western Norway, located 18 km from the city centre. The airport serves regular flights from most European countries operated by KLM, SAS, Norwegian, Airfrance and Lufthansa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Getting to Bergen by air<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bergen Airport Flesland (BGO) serves as a vital gateway to Western Norway, connecting travelers to various domestic and international destinations. Major airlines like <strong>SAS<\/strong>, <strong>KLM<\/strong>, and <strong>Norwegian<\/strong> operate frequent flights from Bergen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SAS offers numerous routes, including connections to major hubs like Copenhagen and Oslo, facilitating onward travel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KLM provides direct flights to Amsterdam, a convenient hub for global connections.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Norwegian Air Shuttle offers a wide network of direct flights to various European cities such as London Gatwick, Berlin, Rome Fiumicino, and Barcelona, in addition to extensive domestic routes across Norway.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These airlines ensure robust connectivity for tourists arriving in or departing from Bergen, whether for city breaks or exploring the stunning Norwegian fjords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a detailed overview of the airport layout, including gates, shops, restaurants, and services, you can consult the official map:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/avinor.no\/en\/airport\/bergen-airport\/plan-your-trip\/map\/\">Bergen Airport Map &#8211; Avinor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfTntD44fPSeAKPioqXEHVwDWtqlvF1okK6uF5dfnIZ3YT4B0WWrY61szCfzlxy5osIvO-gNDyR1kQRXFzTOkjMmrJYpE3f2FKb5VszYCKCxm8sv5T01mmksoEf-wN14ExchS2Z?key=sb1Lxd-acR0OsWAodGAvwg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(<a href=\"https:\/\/avinor.no\/flyplass\/bergen\/\">https:\/\/avinor.no\/flyplass\/bergen\/<\/a>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to get to the city center from the airport?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>From\/to the airport:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Light Rail (Bybanen): Line #1<\/strong> connects the airport to the city center (the final stop in the very center of the city is called Byparken). The journey takes about 45 minutes and is a budget option, the fare is <strong>49 NOK\/4.20 Euro\/4.75 USD<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXeqCi0QS2pntxOz0iW7f0W78CRSur4X0dLgZG7QTRRB-hEDR9I9b9jyPfzaudbcaLqPwY5P9f6-fQNB6XiK5MXIadk-XsdAqssPjT-GVF27TIr4F2Pdbs8Y2O701j2CIdQyFvRJug?key=sb1Lxd-acR0OsWAodGAvwg\" width=\"602\" height=\"451\"><br><em>(<\/em><em>Foto: Arkitektgruppen CUBUS<\/em><em>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Approximate operating hours and frequency:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Weekdays (Monday &#8211; Thursday):<\/strong> approximately 05:11 to 00:08. Frequency: every 5-10 minutes (may be more frequent during peak hours).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Friday and Saturday:<\/strong> approximately 05:11 to 03:11 (the next day). Frequency: every 5-10 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunday: <\/strong>approximately 05:11 to 00:11. Frequency: every 7-15 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For the most accurate information, use the <a href=\"https:\/\/reise.skyss.no\/planner\/travel-plans?timetype=DEPARTURE&amp;ts=2025-06-02T02:20:58Z&amp;service-modes=bus,expressbus,airportbus,train,passengerboat,carferry,tram,others&amp;min-transfer=2&amp;walk-speed=normal\"><strong>Skyss Reise<\/strong><\/a><strong> app or the official <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/skyss.no\"><strong>Skyss.no<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to buy Bybanen tickets?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The ticket is valid not only on Bybanen trams, but also on buses and some Skyss ferry connections. They can be purchased in several ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyss.no\/en\/tickets-and-prices\/buying-tickets\/skyss-ticket-app\/\"><strong>Skyss Billett mobile app<\/strong><\/a><strong> &#8211; the best and most convenient way.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Download the &#8220;Skyss Billett&#8221; app (available on iOS and Android) before your trip.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn6.aptoide.com\/imgs\/0\/5\/b\/05bdda9fe931dc387fc88fbb2edcec39_icon.png\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:236px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>(skyss logo)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>You can link a credit card (VISA\/MasterCard), use a mobile account (top up via card or bank transfer) or Vipps (a popular Norwegian payment system).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The ticket is activated in the app. Usually, after purchase, there is a short 2-minute countdown before the ticket is activated, while you are allowed to board.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ticket machines:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Located at all Bybanen stations, including the airport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accepts credit\/debit cards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers single tickets and possibly 24-hour tickets.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your phone number when purchasing a ticket from the machine and you will receive an SMS confirmation. Otherwise, your ticket will be linked to your bank card and in case of control you will simply provide the bank card to the controller to verify the ticket payment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> Bybanen tickets CANNOT be purchased from the driver. You must always have a valid ticket before boarding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The ticket is valid for 1 hour.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfmOGwSakyxbuFYv13sgM1KOdyhFhqO3yYBnCvAEwJwIzpWZmV7ZxSte517j5aQEOZag-DQ85kDhiGV7VcDVMfJQPW-DurhV_ZkuX-OjOoepkfVRJ_tLxlJ_pTMqvx7_fG8XEjucA?key=sb1Lxd-acR0OsWAodGAvwg\" width=\"602\" height=\"401\"><br><em>(Foto: Skyss <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyss.no\/billett-og-pris\/Kjop-av-billettar\/billettautomat\/\"><em>Billettautomat<\/em><\/a><em>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>OTHER OPTIONS FOR PURCHASING PERIODIC TICKETS:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>24-hour: <\/strong>123 NOK\/10 Euro\/12 USD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>7-day pass<\/strong>: 272 NOK\/22.77 Euro\/26.41 USD (<strong>we recommend using this option, you will get your money back in just 6 trips<\/strong>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Flybussen express buses<\/strong> are a convenient express bus that connects Bergen Airport (BGO) with the city center. This is a faster option compared to Bybanen, but at a higher price. The journey takes about 20-30 minutes, the tram &#8211; 45 minutes. The cheapest tickets are always available if purchased in advance online on the official Flybussen website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXc0ZhTuTH4_enK2obPdkjlz7iMy2Llr_YUhFjnYGfqKlcjxuOgfpzSjH0xy-X-HOPyTI3CKJ2bqF7vIR86lIa5vmW6YSAsUWXXbQAqcHmHEEr6pMaGWKskkCT9KMb5rhck5Y30FaQ?key=sb1Lxd-acR0OsWAodGAvwg\" width=\"602\" height=\"301\"><br><em>(Foto: VisitNorway <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitnorway.com\/listings\/airport-bus\/8192\/\"><em>Airport Bus | Buses | Bergen | Norway<\/em><\/a><em>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Single trip ticket:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Online: <strong>179 NOK\/15 Euro\/17.50 USD<\/strong>, when purchased on the bus it is approximately +20-30 NOK more expensive (with a card from the driver). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flybussen.no\/\">Buy tickets<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Return ticket:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Online approximately <strong>298-309 NOK\/25-26 Euro\/29-30 USD<\/strong> (cheaper than two separate tickets).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Children under 17 years old (usually up to 4 children) travel free of charge when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket.&nbsp; Flybussen starts operating at around 08:00 in the morning and ends at around 23:00 in the evening daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Airport drop-off point:<\/strong> Flybussen stops are located directly outside the airport terminal (usually platforms A3, A5, A6).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What other ways are there to get to Bergen?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>By train:<\/strong> The Bergensbanen railway line from Oslo is considered one of the most scenic train journeys in the world. It\u2019s a great way to see the Norwegian landscape. The train station is in the city centre, a 10-minute walk from Grighallen. Ticket website: <a href=\"http:\/\/vy.no\">vy.no<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXf9-xmCRbi-tYb1cdavf22N9N2lQe71KuX9CfpeIqfiZlqRUVTmHMI9FSFMsl8tn0QRtj2Wk0FvBAxHZFi-GlYrtKSWpGEPQ6AKkMdSe11d_jDQU4Fkgh3_j-vb5EvoL24HxiHw?key=sb1Lxd-acR0OsWAodGAvwg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>By ferry:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/fjordline.com\/nb\">Fjord Line<\/a> offers ferries from Hirtshals (Denmark) and Stavanger to Bergen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By foot: <\/strong>Bergen city centre is ideal for walking. Most of the main attractions, including Grighallen, are within walking distance of each other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Taxi: <\/strong>The main operators are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bergentaxi.no\/\">Bergen Taxi <\/a>(telephone number <strong>07000<\/strong>). When booking through the app, you directly get a maximum price estimate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXeRt2d-NA7FTq1d8ALxJdS-UmCQyEN_b-D7dL6wrRXz6M3hDjHjdS4iBFekXMcutsGL2D2XUWWsHZDZx_rzoBaxbpaQifh7j8DGzTMHnzU6U3DaYCMgCaXTyB8GnCauv1py_-iEpA?key=sb1Lxd-acR0OsWAodGAvwg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay? <strong>Overview of hotels in the city centre<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hotel Zander K: <\/strong>This is the hotel where the conference has secured a room block. It is an eight-minute walk from the Grieghallen and a standard room will be 1,650 NOK per night &#8211; breakfast included. More information about how to reserve is available <a href=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/attend\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hotel Norge by Scandic:<\/strong> Luxury hotel in the heart of the city, with an elegant restaurant. Prices from 1,753 NOK per night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Scandic Bergen City:<\/strong> Modern hotel with free breakfast. Approximate price: 2,447 NOK per night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Comfort Hotel Bergen<\/strong>: Comfortable hotel with a bar and gym in the center. Price: from 1,487 NOK per night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Magic Hotel &amp; Apartments Kl\u00f8verhuset:<\/strong> Modern rooms in the city center, not far from the waterfront. Price: from 1,285 NOK per night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Magic Hotel Solheimsviken:<\/strong> Approximate price: 2,016 NOK per night. A little further from the center, near the marina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>City Hostel Bergen AS<\/strong>: Approximate price: 780 NOK per night. Budget option in the center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bergen Budget Hotel: <\/strong>Approximate price: 642 NOK per night. Budget option<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Radisson Blu Royal Hotel:<\/strong> Located in the city center, next to Bryggen. Approximate price: 2,000 NOK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vander Altona:<\/strong> Apartments at C. Sundts gate 22. Prices from 884 NOK for a studio, depending on the length of stay. There are different apartment options (studio, 1 and 2 bedrooms).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to eat in Bergen?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/naMwXVXcSCoWHHdT9\">Download a map<\/a> with recommended restaurants here.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Seafood is the mainstay!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Foto: Kitchen Epiphanies <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenepiphanies.com\/bergen-fish-soup-bergensk-fiskesuppe-2\/\"><em>Bergen Fish Soup &#8211; Bergensk Fiskesuppe &#8211; Kitchen Epiphanies<\/em><\/a><em>) <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.10\u202fAM-1024x682.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.10\u202fAM-1024x682.png 1024w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.10\u202fAM-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.10\u202fAM-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.10\u202fAM-24x16.png 24w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.10\u202fAM-36x24.png 36w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.10\u202fAM-48x32.png 48w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.10\u202fAM.png 1442w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fresh fish and seafood from the Fish Market (Fisketorget):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Baked cod:<\/strong> staple of Norwegian cuisine. Often served with potatoes and vegetables.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salmon (Laks):<\/strong> norwegian salmon is famous all over the world. Try it baked, fried or in the form of gravlax (gravlaks) &#8211; marinated salmon with dill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shrimp (Reker)<\/strong>: often served fresh, boiled, with lemon and mayonnaise, on bread.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mussels (Bl\u00e5skjell):<\/strong> usually served stewed in wine with garlic and herbs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fish soup (Fiskesuppe):<\/strong> creamy, rich fish soup with the addition of cream, vegetables and various types of fish and seafood. Each restaurant has its own unique recipe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fishcakes\/Meatballs<\/strong> (Fiskekaker\/Fiskeboller): of course, these are simpler dishes, but very popular among locals. Fishcakes are fried pancakes made from minced fish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Klippfisk (Codfish): <\/strong>this is dried and salted cod. It is an important part of Norwegian history, especially in Bergen, which was the center of the clipfish trade. It is used to make various dishes, the most popular being Bacalhau (a dish made of clipfish and potatoes, influenced by Portuguese cuisine).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Traditional Norwegian dishes (besides fish):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>F\u00e5rik\u00e5l (Forekol<\/strong>): The national dish of Norway. This is a simple but very hearty stew of lamb on the bone, with the addition of cabbage, black pepper and potatoes. It is especially tasty in the cold season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.26\u202fAM-1024x574.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1969\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.26\u202fAM-1024x574.png 1024w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.26\u202fAM-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.26\u202fAM-768x431.png 768w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.26\u202fAM-24x13.png 24w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.26\u202fAM-36x20.png 36w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.26\u202fAM-48x27.png 48w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.26\u202fAM.png 1444w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Foto: Matprat <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.matprat.no\/oppskrifter\/tradisjon\/farikal---festmat-til-mange\/\"><em>F\u00e5rik\u00e5l til mange | Oppskrift &#8211; Matprat<\/em><\/a><em>) <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Brunost, brown cheese.<\/strong> This is a unique Norwegian cheese with a caramel flavor, made from whey. It is often eaten sliced \u200b\u200bon waffles or bread. It is a must-try for understanding Norwegian culture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"581\" src=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.37\u202fAM-1024x581.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.37\u202fAM-1024x581.png 1024w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.37\u202fAM-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.37\u202fAM-768x436.png 768w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.37\u202fAM-24x14.png 24w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.37\u202fAM-36x20.png 36w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.37\u202fAM-48x27.png 48w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.37\u202fAM.png 1444w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Foto: VG <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vg.no\/nyheter\/i\/LljqWP\/nordmenn-maa-faa-troen-paa-norsk-mat\"><em>Meninger: Nordmenn m\u00e5 f\u00e5 troen p\u00e5 norsk mat!<\/em><\/a><em>) <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Waffles:<\/strong> Traditional Norwegian heart-shaped waffles, often served with brunost, jam, sour cream or cream. Perfect for a snack with coffee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"579\" src=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.46\u202fAM-1024x579.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1967\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.46\u202fAM-1024x579.png 1024w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.46\u202fAM-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.46\u202fAM-768x434.png 768w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.46\u202fAM-24x14.png 24w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.46\u202fAM-36x20.png 36w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.46\u202fAM-48x27.png 48w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.46\u202fAM.png 1444w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Foto: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/norsktradisjonsmat.no\/oppskrift\/vafler\/\"><em>Vafler | Norsk Tradisjonsmat<\/em><\/a><em>) <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Drinks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Coffee. <\/strong>Norwegians are some of the biggest coffee drinkers in the world. Bergen has many cozy coffee shops where you can enjoy quality coffee. The best establishments are already loaded <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/naMwXVXcSCoWHHdT9\">on the map<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Akevitt:<\/strong> This is a traditional Scandinavian alcoholic drink, distilled from potatoes or grains, flavored with herbs such as caraway, anise, dill, fennel and cardamom. Often served chilled and traditionally drunk on holidays. Sold only at the Vinmonopolet store.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"726\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.58\u202fAM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1966\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.58\u202fAM.png 726w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.58\u202fAM-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.58\u202fAM-24x14.png 24w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.58\u202fAM-36x21.png 36w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.04.58\u202fAM-48x28.png 48w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 726px) 100vw, 726px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Foto: Norsk akevitt venner <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/norsk-akevitt.org\/akevitt\/norsk-akevitt-for-enhver-anledning\/\"><em>Norsk akevitt for enhver anledning &#8211; Norske Akevitters Venner<\/em><\/a><em>) <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Local beer.<\/strong> The most famous brands are 7 Fjell Bryggeri and Hansa Bryggeri.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image.png 800w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-300x248.png 300w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-768x634.png 768w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-24x20.png 24w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-36x30.png 36w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/image-48x40.png 48w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Foto Lasse Lukacs <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/olportalen.no\/2022\/03\/05\/7-fjell-brygger-ny-pils-hos-aass-bryggeri\/\"><em>7 Fjell brygger ny pils hos Aass bryggeri \u2013 \u00d8lportalen<\/em><\/a><em>) <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here is a selection of places where you can try craft beer and experience the real atmosphere of evening Bergen:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Henrik \u00d8l og Vinstove<\/strong>: Has a large selection of beers, including local ones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apollon: <\/strong>A bar and vinyl record store at the same time, with a large selection of local beers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vinyl Bar:<\/strong> A bar with a large selection of craft beers, billiards and books.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pingvinen:<\/strong> A restaurant with local beer and traditional Scandinavian food.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Apple cider<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"656\" height=\"424\" src=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.05.20\u202fAM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.05.20\u202fAM.png 656w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.05.20\u202fAM-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.05.20\u202fAM-24x16.png 24w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.05.20\u202fAM-36x23.png 36w, https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Screenshot-2025-09-04-at-9.05.20\u202fAM-48x31.png 48w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 656px) 100vw, 656px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Foto Gull og s\u00f8lv: Cider fra \u00c5kre gard p\u00e5 N\u00e5.pressefoto <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hardanger-folkeblad.no\/sider\/ullensvang\/frukt\/edel-sider-ble-mestvinnende-pa-internasjonal-cidermesse\/s\/5-22-126936\"><em>sider, Ullensvang | Edel Sider ble mestvinnende p\u00e5 internasjonal cidermesse<\/em><\/a><em>) <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hardangerfjord region produces cider, which is considered the <strong>&#8220;champagne&#8221; of Norway <\/strong>due to its centuries-old tradition. The most authentic cider is made from local apple varieties such as Discovery, Aroma, Gravenstein and Summerred, which give it a fresh, sour and aromatic apple taste with a low tannin content. Among the most famous producers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Edel Sider (from \u00c5kre Gard):&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This producer is known for its quality products and has even received international awards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Alde Sider<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hardanger Saft- og Siderfabrikk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Syse Gard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store Naa Siderkompani<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hardangerbonden<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where can you buy it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vinmonopolet <\/strong>is a state-owned chain of stores that is the only place where you can legally buy alcohol with an alcohol content of more than 4.7%. There are several Vinmonopolet stores in Bergen. This is where you will find the largest selection of ciders from various Hardanger producers. Ask the staff, they will be able to recommend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Enjoy your stay in Bergen!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Transportation Bergen is a city with a compact centre, making it easy to reach most places of interest on foot [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1881"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1881"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1881\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2066,"href":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1881\/revisions\/2066"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cscw.acm.org\/2025\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1881"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}