8th EUROSKIN workshop in Bergen, Norway, 3-4 November, 2016
6. About Bergen
Bergen grew up around its colourful harbour - it was the hub of commerce, seafaring and crafts-manship. We became the north's largest city, Norway's first capital city and the seat of royalty. Bryggen has become a symbol of our cultural heritage and has gained a place on UNESCO's World Heritage List. The old Hanseatic wharf is architecturally unique and is perhaps one of the most familiar image in all of Norway.
The people of Bergen are proud of their historical background and determined to learn from it. Bergen has a long tradition as a congress city. The first major assembly took place in 1163 when Magnus Erlingsson was crowned King of Scandinavia. Naturally, Bergen has been playing host ever since, not from a sense of duty but because of the city's genuinely hospitable nature.
Bergen Facts:
- Gateway to the Fjords of Norway
- Listed on UNESCO's World Heritage list
- Second largest city in Norway with a small town charm
- Safe and stable destination
- Easy accessible
- 280 000 inhabitants
- 45 hotels in the region with over 10 000 beds
- Meeting capacity up to 2,200 people
Welcome!
