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Fish Market

Bergen's harbor-side fish market, trading since the 1200s, for shrimp, salmon and king crab.

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Open
Every day in summer; the hall stays open all year
Price
Free; paid for food
Time Needed
1 hour
Address
Torget, 5014 BergenDirections
Getting There
At the head of the harbor, in the center.

Why Go

Fish has been sold at the head of the harbor for centuries. Outdoor stalls open in summer, and an indoor market hall beside them trades all year, with fishmongers who cook your choice on the spot.

Nearby in Bergen

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