Bryggen (the dock), also known as Tyskebryggen (Norwegian: [ˈtʏ̀skəˌbrʏɡːn̩], the German dock), is a series of Hanseatic heritage commercial buildings lining up the eastern side of the Vågen harbour in …

Bryggen is a historic harbour district in Bergen, one of North Europe’s oldest port cities on the west coast of Norway which was established as a centre for trade by the 12th century.

Bryggen is very much a living part of the cultural heritage that is still in active use in this historical area of the city. Today, there are several attractions in the area, from the Fish Market to Bergenhus Fortress.

The UNESCO world heritage site Bryggen, the medieval Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, has been a place of trade for a thousand years. Visit its lesser-known side.

Jan 1, 2025 · Explore the historic Bryggen, a Hanseatic trading neighbourhood and UNESCO World Heritage site at the heart of Bergen, Norway.

Oct 8, 2025 · If you are wondering what Bryggen actually is and how to visit, the short answer is this: Bryggen is Bergen’s historic harbor district and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its …

Nov 12, 2025 · Bryggen is a historic waterfront area in Bergen, Norway. It features charming, colorful wooden houses and has a great connection to the region’s maritime history.

Bryggen is still a lively central part of Bergen’s city center. Behind the wooden walls of the former warehouses and Hanseatic offices, you will find good restaurants, boutique shops and galleries.

Bryggen in Bergen is world famous and attract every year around one million visitors. The old wharf of Bergen is a reminder of the town’s importance as part of the Hanseatic League’s trading empire from …

Discover Bryggen, the colourful and historic harbour district of Bergen. Learn more in Nordic Visitor's Norway Travel Guide.