Fløibanen, then and now
Fløibanen, Bergen’s iconic funicular bringing tourists and locals to the top of Mount Fløyen, has a fascinating history, complete with goats.
North America's oldest and only Norwegian Newspaper
-
-
A walk down memory lane
Jim Nelson recalls his numerous trips to Norway’s second city, Bergen, as a traveler, teacher, and guide, noting how the city has evolved.
-
Happy Birthday, Bergen!
Seattle gave tribute to Bergen’s 950th birthday with a concert featuring Grieg and Grieg-inspired music at Seattle’s National Nordic Museum.
Fløibanen, then and now
Fløibanen, Bergen’s iconic funicular bringing tourists and locals to the top of Mount Fløyen, has a fascinating history, complete with goats.
Bringing in the sheaves
Each year, Kristine Leander harvests grain from her family’s farm in Washington’s Skagit Valley to make Christmas sheaves, or julenek.
Norsk 101: Language practice with Christie Ericson
In this edition of Norsk 101, Christie Ericson brings readers on a visit to Bergen’s Hanseatic Museum and Schøtstuene.
Håkonshallen
Håkonshallen, a stalwart remnant of Bergen’s rich Medieval history, remains an important cultural site for locals and tourists alike.
More than a soccer team
Sportsklubben Brann, Bergen’s storied soccer team, is a pillar of the city’s identity, despite—or because of—its history of ups and downs.
Brann Stadion
Brann Stadion, the home pitch of Bergen’s soccer team, is more than a soccer field—it’s a testament to the team’s and city’s perseverance.
Three cheers for plukkfisk
In a tribute to Bergen, Christy Olsen Field offers an autumnal recipe for plukkfisk, the city’s traditional dish of cod and potatoes.
Barneblad: Building Bryggen
In this edition of Barneblad, Lori Ann Reinhall shares how you can build your own miniature Bergen out of gingerbread (or graham cracker).
“Nystemten”
Lori Ann Reinhall offers a brief history of Bergen’s anthem, “Nystemten,” with a nod to Sissel Kyrkjebø’s famous 1986 Eurovision rendition.
A walk down memory lane
Jim Nelson recalls his numerous trips to Norway’s second city, Bergen, as a traveler, teacher, and guide, noting how the city has evolved.
