Mount Fløyen is one of Bergen’s most beloved attractions, offering a perfect mix of nature, views, and adventure right at the edge of the city. Rising about 1,300 feet above sea level, it’s one of the famous “seven mountains” that encircle Bergen. The easiest and most popular way to reach the top is by taking the Fløibanen funicular, a charming cable railway that’s been running since 1918. In just a few minutes, you’re whisked from the heart of the city up to a spacious viewing platform that looks out over the colorful rooftops, the harbor, and the surrounding fjords.

Once you’re at the top, there’s much more than just the view. Trails branch off in every direction, offering hikes through peaceful forests, past little lakes, and even up to neighboring peaks for those feeling more adventurous. Families often stop at the playgrounds and grassy areas near the top, and you’ll likely spot mountain goats wandering around, nibbling the grass and posing for photos. On clear days, you can see far across the sea and even spot distant islands. The mountain is just as popular in winter, when the trails become frosty and locals bring sleds to race back down. Even if it’s cloudy or raining — which happens often in Bergen — the mist swirling around the trees gives Fløyen a magical, fairytale-like atmosphere that keeps visitors coming back again and again.