Bergenhus Fortress – The City's Mighty Defense

Bergenhus Fortress has guarded Bergen’s harbor for nearly 800 years. Originally built in the 13th century, it served as both a royal residence and a military stronghold. From the boat, you can see Håkon’s Hall, built in the 1200s as a royal banquet hall, and Rosenkrantz Tower, a 16th-century defensive structure. During World War II, the fortress was occupied by the Nazis and damaged in a 1944 bombing. Today, the fortress houses a museum and hosts ceremonies and concerts.