Highlight-Reise durch Norwegen: Bergen, Trondheim, Tromso & Oslo erleben

Informacje o miejscu docelowym: Clinging tenaciously to the hills surrounding its deeply indented fjord, Bergen’s stunning scenery and exciting cultural tradition make it unique among European cities. Once the capital of Norway, Bergen has always played a leading role in the nation’ history. Squeezed between mountains and bounded by water, the centre of town stretched between the harbour Bryggen and Torgalmenningen, the main square. Bergen’s most sensuous spot is the Torget, at the foot of the harbour, your nose will tell you what’s being sold. Here you can choose fish from open tanks and watch traders net, weight and clean the creature you’ve chosen. Looking towards the right side of the harbour you’ll see the pointed gables of Bryggen’s roofline. This row of heavy-timbered medieval buildings, typical of Hanseatic architecture, has survived half a dozen disastrous fires since its construction in the 16th century. Bryggen now features restaurants, bars and arts-and-crafts workshops. Housed in one of the best-preserved buildings, the Hanseatic Museum presents an interesting picture of commercial activity during those times. Starting from Torget or Bryggen, explore the jungle of houses on the slopes of Mount Floien. A steep hike above these houses will reward you with increasingly spectacular views of Bergen and the fjord beyond. Welcoming Bergen has numerous places for an evening beer or glass of wine. This beautiful and charming city has a dynamic cultural life and lively atmosphere and is the perfect place to explore the Sognefjord and other fantastic Norwegian fjords.

Informacje o miejscu docelowym: Trondheim was Norway’s medieval capital founded in 997 by Olav Trygvason. You can see his statue in the town square. This bustling university town has a rich past with obvious reminders everywhere. It is the capital of Sor-Trondelag region and it is a centre of education, technical and medical research. Trondheim is a very interesting cultural town with many museums. Gamle Bybro is the old town bridge and it is also called the Gate of Fortune. It was built in 1861 and even originally it had striking carved red gates. The colourful wooden houses in Trondheim add to the beautiful feel of the city; on the banks of the river you see the different colourful houses in red, yellow, ochre, grey and white. The streets in the old town are small and narrow and the atmosphere in this area is very cosy. Nidarosdomen, the cathedral of Trondheim dates back to the year 1070 and with its giant facade, decorated with 3 rows of statues of bishops, saints and kings it is one of the most significant gothic churches and Scandinavia’s largest medieval structure. Walk up the innumerable stairs to the tower, the wonderful view of Trondheim is definitely worth it. Right next to the Cathedral you will find the Archbishop's residence. It is a lovely courtyard with many old buildings surrounding it. This is the oldest secular building in all Scandinavia. The fascinating Museum of Musical instruments is one of the best of its kind in the world. Knowledgeable guides demonstrate instruments of different periods and regions. The best of Norwegian artists are represented at the Trondheim Kunstmuseum Art Gallery, next to the cathedral. Trondheim is a beautiful city of flowers, waterways and old Norse architecture. The city boasts a rich, cultural heritage and it is a city where there's a lot going on. Although modest in size, all combines into making Trondheim one of the most exciting city centres of Northern Europe.

Informacje o miejscu docelowym: Tromso is the administrative, commercial, and educational centre of northern Norway. It is the seventh largest city in Norway by population, and is home of the world's northernmost university, brewery and botanical garden. The town is located about 350 km north of the Arctic Circle so it has both midnight sun and polar night. Tromsø is reputed to be one of the best places in Europe from which to see the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis. The beautiful cathedral, one of the largest wooden churches in Norway, is located in the centre of town in a small square with some interesting statues and sculptures. Wander down Storgatan to the marketplace, where mellow music plays, and the air redolent with coffee, fresh bread, and strawberries. The Tromso museum features ethnographic exhibits on the independent cultures of Lapland. The Polar Museum, next door, has exhibits on the story of the Arctic region with an emphasis on the lives of early hunters, trappers and explorers. Tromsdalen Kirke, popularly known as the “Arctic Cathedral”, is not in fact a cathedral at all, but the parish church of the Tromsøysund part of Tromso. It was built in 1965, mainly of concrete, and is designed to look like slabs of ice. The church is one of the most famous landmark in Tromsø. Tromso is a compact, friendly, and lively town with a picturesque setting on an island. The city has more than its share of restaurants, pubs, clubs and theatres to entertain locals and foreigners. Tromso is definitely the cultural capital of northern Norway.

Informacje o miejscu docelowym: Oslo jest tętniące życiem i nowoczesne z eklektyczną architekturą, ostrym życiem nocnym i światowej klasy muzeami. Położona między Oslofjordem a lasami, przyroda zajmuje centralne miejsce w stolicy, gdzie można żeglować, jeździć na nartach i wędrować do woli, w niewielkiej odległości od centrum miasta. Jest to zdecydowanie miejsce dla miłośników przyrody i przyrody. Gdy przepływasz obok soczystych zielonych wysp i wysokich skalistych wychodni, miasto rozwija się przed twoimi oczami - rozciągając się od zwartego centrum wokół nabrzeży do zalesionych zboczy okolicznych wzgórz. Tym piękniejsze dzięki swojej różnorodności, Oslo szczyci się mieszanką nowoczesnych i starożytnych budynków, które nadają miastu eklektyczny charakter, ze stalowo-szklanym Muzeum Muncha ustępującym miejsca staromodnym urokom Muzeum Miejskiego i skalistych średniowiecznych murach twierdzy Akershus, która świeci nad fiordem. Większość odwiedzających będzie miała trudności z wyborem między licznymi muzeami w Oslo, które oferują coś dla prawie każdego gustu: twarzą w twarz z nawiedzającym obrazem Krzyku Edvarda Muncha w Galerii Narodowej, szansą stanięcia w butach olimpijskiego skoczka narciarskiego w Muzeum Narciarstwa Holmenkollen lub oknem na historię i kulturę na niezapomnianym statku Wikingów, Polarship Fram lub muzea ludowe na Bygdøy. A Oslo jest z pewnością kosmopolitycznym sercem Norwegii, z szybko rozwijającą się kulturą kawiarni i barów, najwyższej klasy restauracjami i klubami nocnymi, od światowej klasy opery i jazzu po indie rock. Kwitnąca scena restauracyjna stolicy została nagrodzona czterema gwiazdkami Michelin. Dzielnica Grünerløkka znajduje się w pobliżu Muzeum Muncha i tętni życiem małych kawiarni na chodniku i eleganckich barów. Kwitnące, naprawdę tętniące życiem miasto, kosmopolityczne serce Norwegii naprawdę ma coś dla każdego.