Bergen Railway Station, Bergen
Bergen Railway Station, strategically positioned in the heart of Bergen, is a pivotal and historic transport hub that serves as the terminus for one of the world's most picturesque train journeys from Oslo. This station is not just a bustling gateway into the city but also an architectural marvel that entices both travelers and architecture enthusiasts alike.
Opened in 1913, four years after the completion of the Oslo-Bergen rail link, Bergen Railway Station replaced an older station to the west and marked a significant enhancement in the city's transport infrastructure. The station was designed by Jens Zetlitz Monrad Kielland, a prominent Norwegian architect renowned for his contributions to the National Romantic movement. This architectural style is a blend of the medieval influences and the modernist Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) that was prevalent in Northern Europe during that era. The station's design reflects these influences, combining robust, medieval-style heavy stonework with the more elegant and organic forms of Art Nouveau.
The station's main hall is particularly striking, where the solid stone structures are beautifully contrasted with an elegant roof and expansive glass windows. These features not only create a visually impressive space but also highlight the station鈥檚 most cherished view鈥攖he surrounding mountain landscape.
In its early years, Bergen Railway Station also became a notable HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, Caf茅) destination. By the 1920s and 1930s, the area around the station had developed significantly; the Hotel Terminus was established in 1922, and a restaurant opened within the station in 1937, enhancing its role as a social and cultural meeting point.
Recognizing its historical and architectural value, the station building has been protected since 2003, ensuring that no significant alterations compromise its original design and heritage. This protection helps preserve the station not only as a functional transport hub but also as a historical monument that embodies the architectural and cultural spirit of early 20th-century Norway.
Opened in 1913, four years after the completion of the Oslo-Bergen rail link, Bergen Railway Station replaced an older station to the west and marked a significant enhancement in the city's transport infrastructure. The station was designed by Jens Zetlitz Monrad Kielland, a prominent Norwegian architect renowned for his contributions to the National Romantic movement. This architectural style is a blend of the medieval influences and the modernist Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) that was prevalent in Northern Europe during that era. The station's design reflects these influences, combining robust, medieval-style heavy stonework with the more elegant and organic forms of Art Nouveau.
The station's main hall is particularly striking, where the solid stone structures are beautifully contrasted with an elegant roof and expansive glass windows. These features not only create a visually impressive space but also highlight the station鈥檚 most cherished view鈥攖he surrounding mountain landscape.
In its early years, Bergen Railway Station also became a notable HoReCa (Hotel, Restaurant, Caf茅) destination. By the 1920s and 1930s, the area around the station had developed significantly; the Hotel Terminus was established in 1922, and a restaurant opened within the station in 1937, enhancing its role as a social and cultural meeting point.
Recognizing its historical and architectural value, the station building has been protected since 2003, ensuring that no significant alterations compromise its original design and heritage. This protection helps preserve the station not only as a functional transport hub but also as a historical monument that embodies the architectural and cultural spirit of early 20th-century Norway.
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Bergen Railway Station on Map
Sight Name: Bergen Railway Station
Sight Location: Bergen, Norway (See walking tours in Bergen)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Bergen, Norway (See walking tours in Bergen)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Bergen, Norway
Create Your Own Walk in Bergen
Creating your own self-guided walk in Bergen is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Bergen's Architectural Jewels
Surprising as it may appear, but the seemingly small city of Bergen for centuries had been the largest in all of the Nordic countries. It also remained so for Norway until the 1830s. Apart from being the country's former capital (back in the 13th century), Bergen is well-known primarily for its astoundingly beautiful cityscape, formed by the backdrop of mountains and serene waterfront, much... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Bergen Introduction Walking Tour
It is a wonder Bergen has had so many fires in its history, considering it has averaged 200 days a year of rain. So, why the fires?
Flames leapt across the narrow streets. The compact wooden buildings were easy prey. In 1702 90% of the city was destroyed. Disasters continued through the years. Finally, in 1916, a new idea in prevention emerged. The way to stop a fire was to starve it.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Flames leapt across the narrow streets. The compact wooden buildings were easy prey. In 1702 90% of the city was destroyed. Disasters continued through the years. Finally, in 1916, a new idea in prevention emerged. The way to stop a fire was to starve it.
... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Bergen Shopping Tour
For centuries, since its establishment in the 1020s, Bergen has been an important commercial hub. As such, it is probably one of the oldest shopping destinations in Northern Europe. Today, Bergen features a variety of shops and markets scattered throughout the city.
One such notable location is Kjottbasaren, a historic market located near the city center. Here, visitors can explore a variety... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
One such notable location is Kjottbasaren, a historic market located near the city center. Here, visitors can explore a variety... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles