Bergen Through Time: Audio walk in Bergen with StoyHunt English audio guide

Discover Bergen at your own pace with this self-guided audio walk from StoryHunt. On the tour, you'll see major highlights, discover hidden gems and learn about Bergen's storied past.
Discover Bergen on this guided audio walk through the city center, featuring 10 unique stories available in both audio and text formats.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or have explored Bergen before, you'll uncover fascinating insights about "the meadow between the mountains." This tour spans just under 4 kilometers with 10 stops, revealing Bergen's rich history from its Viking roots to its modern-day splendor.

Our journey begins at Bergenhus Fortress, established by King Olav Kyrre in the 11th century, showcasing Bergen's evolution from a Viking settlement to a medieval trading hub under the Hanseatic League. Next, we'll visit St. Mary's Church, the oldest surviving building in Bergen, to learn about its transformation under Christianity and later German influence.

We'll delve into Bryggen's vibrant history and the lives of the German merchants who shaped Bergen's trade. Then, we'll meet Ludvig Holberg, a key figure in the Enlightenment, and explore his impact on Scandinavian literature.

As we continue, we'll uncover Bergen's medical history at St. Jørgen’s Hospital Church, where Dr. Gerhard Armauer Hansen made groundbreaking discoveries about leprosy. We'll also meet Edvard Grieg, whose music sparked Norwegian cultural revival and independence. Lastly, we'll visit the statue of Christian Michelsen, who led Norway to independence in 1905.

Join as we peel back the layers of Bergen's history, ending with tips for further exploration. This tour goes beyond the typical experience, offering interactive quizzes at each stop to engage you with the city's history and culture. A guided map ensures effortless navigation, allowing you to start, pause, or repeat sections as you wish.

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To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.