BERGEN, NORWAY (08:00 – 17:00)
BN4A – Hiking Mount Floien
26-JUL-05
10:00 PM
DURATON: 4 Hours (Approx.)
Transfer by coach to the city center where your tour will proceed on foot. You
will pass Bergenhus Fortress and the old picturesque merchant buildings of the
Bryggen, the oldest section of town, dating back to the hanseatic era. Continuing
along the wharf, you will proceed to the lower station of the Mt. Floybanen
Funicular where you will board the funicular. During the 8-minute ride, you will
travel to the top of Mount Floien, some 1,000 feet above sea level, enjoying the
continually expanding view of the port and harbor below.
At the top of Mount Floien, you will walk along some of the many gravel paths
above the city of Bergen. Your guide will escort you through the hilly woodlands
and down to the idyllic Lake Skomakerdiket. From the lake, you will proceed
uphill to take in the view of the surrounding fjord and its multitude of islands.
Depending on weather conditions and visibility, your guide will lead you through
some of the many backwoods trails, possibly reaching Rundemannen. At
approximately 1,800 feet, this is the city's highest point. A leisurely downhill walk
will return you to the upper funicular station for your return to the city center and
the ship.
Note: Participants will be required to climb approximately 800 feet over a total of
5 miles over varying terrain. A portion of the route will be uphill so guests should
be in good physical condition.