Bryggen Quay
Located in Bergen, Norway
Description
View of Bryggen from the water
UNESCO World Heritage Site
“Bryggen is a historic harbour district in Bergen, one of North Europe’s oldest port cities on the west coast of Norway which was established as a centre for trade by the 12th century. In 1350 the Hanseatic League established a “Hanseatic Office” in Bergen. They gradually acquired ownership of Bryggen and controlled the trade in stockfish from Northern Norway through privileges granted by the Crown. The Hanseatic League established a total of four overseas Hanseatic Offices, Bryggen being the only one preserved today.” - UNESCO
Contact and information
Chip’s Notes
Read more about our visit to Bergen on Day 607. Have you been to Bergen or Bryggen? We would love to hear your story below.