Christmas in Bergen – A Guided Christmas Walking Tour

Discover Bergen’s history, Christmas traditions and two of the city’s most beloved festive attractions.

Experience the magic of Christmas in Bergen on a 2.5-hour guided walking tour through the historic city centre.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bryggen, stroll through charming streets decorated for Christmas and discover the stories and traditions that make the festive season in Norway so special.

Along the way, you’ll visit Pepperkakebyen (the Gingerbread Town), before continuing to the enchanting Bergen Julemarked at Festplassen.

Your experience ends in the Christmas Market’s cosy, heated lounge, where you’ll enjoy a warming cup of traditional Norwegian gløgg or hot chocolate. You’ll also receive this year’s Bergen Julemarked souvenir mug to take home.

Your Christmas experience includes:

  • A 2.5-hour guided walk with a certified local guide
  • Admission to Pepperkakebyen
  • A guided visit to Bergen Julemarked
  • Gløgg (with or without alcohol) or hot chocolate
  • A Bergen Christmas Market souvenir mug

Plan your visit

Dates: 21 November – 21 December 2026

Departure: Daily at 16:30

Duration: 2.5 hours

Language: English

Group size: Maximum 10 guests

Meeting point: Holberg Statue, Vågsallmenningen

Prices: Adults NOK 895 · Children aged 3–15 NOK 545 · Children under 3 free

The experience is best suited to adults and children aged approximately 10 and above. Most of the tour takes place outdoors, in all weather conditions.

Book your Christmas experience

Discover the stories, flavours and traditions of Christmas in Bergen.

Select your preferred date and book your place below.

This experience is organised and operated by Pievino in collaboration with Pepperkakebyen and Bergen Julemarked. The tour is a paid experience; ordinary admission to Bergen Julemarked is free.