Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. Nestled between the peaks of seven mountains and the frigid ...

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Bergen, Norway, is a picturesque coastal city renowned for its colorful Hanseatic heritage, stunning fjords, and a vibrant cultural scene. For many travelers, Bergen is often nothing more than a ...

Bergen's old Hanseatic Quarter has a crude yet romantic charm. I crouch under creaky timbers as I wander through the Hanseatic Museum. The oversized cupboards around me once housed humble workers — ...

Here's what you need to know about visiting Bergen, Norway. Ryhor Bruyeu/Getty Images Most towns have one or two main attractions — a beautiful mountain setting, interesting architecture, or a UNESCO ...

Europe editor Kenneth Kiesnoski explored the hilly Norwegian port of Bergen. His report follows: ergen promotes itself as the "Gateway to the Fjords." I'd amend that to the "Golden Gateway," as this ...

Founded in AD 1070, Bergen, Norway, 190 mi/305 km northwest of Oslo, is the country's second largest—and one of its most attractive—cities. Bergen is a popular cruise ship destination that attracts ...