About Bergen, Norway

Bergen is a city on Norway’s southwestern coast. It's surrounded by mountains and fjords, including Sognefjord, the country’s longest and deepest. Bryggen features colorful wooden houses on the old wharf, once a center of the Hanseatic League's trading empire. The Fløibanen Funicular goes up Fløyen Mountain for panoramic views and hiking trails. The Edvard Grieg House is where the renowned composer once lived.

• Weather: 7°C, Wind E at 5 km/h, 76% Humidity
• Postal code: 5003-5268 (P.O.box 5802-5899)
• District: Midhordland
• Population: 271,949 (2014) SSB Norway
• Area code(s): (+47) 5556
• Did you know: Bergen is the second-most-populous urban area in Norway by population (255,464)