There’s so much more to Bergen than Bryggen
Well known for its wooden wharf-side buildings that lean on one another for support, the World heritage site of Bryggen annually attracts thousands of sightseers and artists who clog the narrow alleyways in search of artisans, easels and esoteric clutter that belies its old trading and seafaring heritage. The nearly sixty buildings that date from after the fire of the early 1700’s were rebuilt in the 12th century style and look as if...
Fun on the Flam Railway
Our trip on the world famous Flam Railway reminds us that life is what you make it. The drab grey rain and cloud shrouded mountains of Norway were going to tax our spirits if we were to make the most of our trip on the Flam Railway. As we stand with a steady drizzle soaking our summer clothing we can’t help feel that we’ve been lured by hype rather than reputation, as it’s unlikely we’ll see anything on what’s purported to be...
