SKANSEMYREN

Skansemyren is a small neighbourhood located in the Norwegian city of Bergen and 304 kilometres away from Oslo, the national capital. While visitors usually just take the funicular train, there is a lot more to do in this part of the city. From wandering around and immersing yourself in the local vibes, there is a lot worth trying out. 

In fact, this part of the city has its own vibe, thanks to the attractions like the local market and the church concerts. From attending one to even knowing more about how the locals interact with each other at the market, there is a lot worth experiencing in Skansemyren. Fancy having a look at the sunset, then you can simply head to Skansemyren and enjoy the best views from an elevated part of the city and be amazed by what it can offer. 

Highlights

• If you are in the local markets, do not hesitate to sample on certain food items like caviar.
• Make sure you have a comfortable pair of shoes to help you walk around easily when in Skansemyren. 
• Church concerts are much cheaper than regular concerts, so do not miss out on attending them. 
• Bergen Public Library hosts different types of events so make sure you do attend them whenever possible. 
• To know more about the Romanesque form of architecture in the city, we recommend heading to St. Mary’s Church.
• If you are in Marken, do not forget to walk around and explore the different types of boutique shops. 

How To Reach

• By Car: Skansemyren is 4 km from the city centre of Reykjavik, it will take 15 minutes via the Skansemyrsveien route.
• By Bus: The nearest bus stop is Torget bus station. From this place, you will have to walk around 30 minutes to reach Skansemyren. 

Best Time To Visit

Skansemyren is open throughout the year, so you can plan your visit to this place at any time of the year. 

• The best season to visit the Skansemyren will be the summer season from March to May because this is the time when the climate is pleasant. 
• The best day in the week will be the weekdays due to less crowds regardless of any time of the year. 
• The best time of the day to visit the Skansemyren will be in the morning due to less crowds and a favourable temperature.

Other Essential Information

Visitor Tips:

• If you are in the local markets, do not hesitate to sample on certain food items like caviar. 
• Make sure you have a comfortable pair of shoes to help you walk around easily when in Skansemyren. 
• Church concerts are much cheaper than regular concerts, so do not miss out on attending them. 
• Bergen Public Library hosts different types of events so make sure you do attend them whenever possible. 
• To know more about the Romanesque form of architecture in the city, we recommend heading to St. Mary’s Church. 
• If you are in Marken, do not forget to walk around and explore the different types of boutique shops.