In June 2012, I set out on to explore Scandinavia: 5 countries, 8 cities, and a countless numbers of boat rides and road trips. I ate strange foods, hiked mountains and glaciers, and met up with friends old and new. This post is from part of that trip. You can read more of my trip through the Nordic here.
I’m leaving Bergen tonight and want to share these photos before I take-off. I will continue the rest of my Scandinavian trip in Copenhagen. Norway has been a feast for my eyes and my stomach; Bergen is no exception. I can’t wait to see what the rest of Scandinavia has to offer.
In June 2012, I set out on to explore Scandinavia: 5 countries, 8 cities, and a countless numbers of boat rides and road trips. I ate strange foods, hiked mountains and glaciers, and met up with friends old and new. This post is from part of that trip.
Bergen is a little city with a big, warm personality. In my three days here, I have met such friendly locals, from the front-desk staff at my hotel, to street vendors, to strangers on the street. People here also have an active and outdoor lifestyle that’s hard to miss. Walking around town, I encountered hikers and runners at every turn.
With mild coast weather, welcoming people, an active lifestyle, and an abundance of seafood, it’s hard to leave this comfortable town.
In June 2012, I set out on to explore Scandinavia: 5 countries, 8 cities, and a countless numbers of boat rides and road trips. I ate strange foods, hiked mountains and glaciers, and met up with friends old and new.
After an afternoon of train rides through Norway’s fjords, I arrived in Bergen to find the sun glistening on the water. Bergen, a small town on the west coast of Norway, is a fish lover’s dream. Salmon, halibut, and king crabs are all local to this part of Norway. For my first meal in town, I splurged at a local restaurant where I had delicious sushi. In Scandinavia, there is a tradition of eating sweet sauces with the meat. Even with sushi, my halibut was paired with raspberries.
I spent the next morning weaving between stalls at the fish market, sampling jars of caviar and pieces of seafood. Although Scandinavia is an expensive part of the world to travel in, there is an easy way to save money without sacrificing local taste – cook your own food. For 80 Norwegian Kr, I bought a piece of salmon that lasted for 4 tasty sittings. Having grown up in Vancouver Canada, I always had a preference for Pacific salmon, but after my stay in Bergen, I think I will have to make an exception for Norwegian fish.
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