About Bergen Welcome to Bergen? Source: VisitBergen.com Don´t get confused if you arrive by plane to Flesland. You are in the right place! Weather and climate Bergen has a maritime climate with cold, rainy winters and cool summers. Average daytime temperatures in May are around 15°C with lows 8-12 C and highs 20-22 C. Bergen can offer all kinds of weather on the same day, from rain and hailstorms to sun and blue skies, so we advise you to bring along a water proof jacket and water-resistant/proof shoes. Check the updated weather forecast for Bergen here. Source: VisitBergen.com Everybody is prepared for the rain in Bergen, even the Philarmonic orchestra…. Things to do in Bergen The most popular spare time activity in Bergen is probably walking. Bryggen and downtown is accessible free of charge. If you want nature, take the funicular up to Fløyen for a walk in the forest; the entrance is up the hill opposite the fish market – if you want art, the four museums by the pond (Kode 1-4) have great collections and are under the same ticket. You can also explore the reccommendations from Tripadvisor, or the recommendations from Visit Bergen. Currency The currency in Norway is the Norwegian Krone (NOK). Check current exchange rates here. Euros are accepted in tourist shops, not so much US dollars. All major credit cards are widely accepted in Norway. Safety and Risk Bergen is a safe city. Friday and Saturday´s night can get “lively” downtown . Electricity In Norway the standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Sockets are standard Euro plug socket type “F” Adapters are usually called “Northern Europe adapter”. Tipping Service charges are included in hotel and restaurant bills. You are free to tip restaurant wait-staff (up to 10% of the bill) if you wish to acknowledge exceptional service. At any time, tipping is your choice. Emergency phone numbers Fire 110 Police 112 Ambulance 113
