BRYGGENS MUSEUM

The Bryggens Museum, located in Bergen houses artefacts and archaeological material from Bergen and Vestlandet in the Middle Ages, which were findings of the archaeological excavations of Bryggen for 13 years from 1955. 

The Bryggens Museum, located in Bergen houses artefacts and archaeological material from Bergen and Vestlandet in the Middle Ages, which were findings of the archaeological excavations of Bryggen for 13 years from 1955. The Museum was open to public in 1975 and was built on the remains of Bergen’s oldest buildings from the the first half of the 1100s.These architectural remains are still an important part of the museum’s permanent exhibition, and aims at giving the visitors a glimpse of the daily life in Bergen in the Middle Ages.

While exploring the museum, you will be able to witness 800 year old foundation objects such as ceramics, tools, pottery, skulls, skeletons, artefact ruins and inscriptions. These will give you an in depth insight into the daily life, trade, art and craft, and culture of this city in the mediaeval times. While some of the exhibits of the museum are permanent, others are temporary.

Highlights

• Pay a visit to the Bryggens Museum in Bergen which houses artefacts and archaeological material from the city’s mediaeval times.
• Explore its newly opened main exhibit "Under Ground" which has artefacts and archaeological findings.
• Take a look at various displays to get a glimpse of the everyday lives of the people of Western Norway and Bergen in the ancient times.
• Go on a guided walking tour of the museum which is aimed at making you understand the museum’s exhibits better.
• Let your children enjoy activities such as drawing competitions, puzzles and treasure hunts while visiting the museum.

How To Reach

By Car: The Bryggens Museum is 1.8 km from the city centre, it will take 9 min via the Fv577 route.

By Foot: If you travel by foot to Bryggens Museum from the city centre, you will need to walk for 14 min to cover a distance of 1 km via the Fv577 route.

By Bus: Take a bus to Bryggen station which is 120 m away from the museum. You can reach the location from the bus station within a 2-minute walk.

By Train: Take a train to Bergen Station which is 1.3 km away from the museum. You can reach the location from the train station with a 18-minute walk or a 12-minute car drive.

By Boat: Take a ferry to Bergen Harbor which is 800 m away and walk for 11 minutes to reach the museum.

Best Time To Visit

Bryggens Museum is open year-round, allowing visitors to explore its exhibits from 10 am to 5 pm every day.

Best season: The best season to visit Bryggens Museum is during the spring months from May to June and the fall months from September to October.

Best day of the week: The best day of the week to visit the museum is weekdays from Tuesdays to Thursdays when the crowd is less than at weekends. 

Best time of day: The best time of the day to visit the museum is at its opening time around 10 am when there is a lesser number of people allowing you to enjoy watching exhibits without any rush.

Other Essential Information

• The entry inside the museum is free for children.
• If you wish to visit only the museum shop and cafeteria, there is no charge for doing so.
• If you have opted for the Bryggen Guiding Walking Tour, you will need to dress suitably, keeping in mind that the tour goes partly outside.
• Visitors will need to walk on cobblestones during the walking tour, so it is not recommended for wheelchairs.
• You will not be able to take your pet dog along during the walking tour of the museum.
• It is recommended that you go on a guided tour or have a native visit the place with you as you will find most information written in the native language.