Fjord fiesta: The best bars and nightlife in Bergen, Norway’s second city

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Nestled between mountains, Bergen’s compact centre has the feel of a small cosy town despite its status as Norway’s second biggest city. But by night, Bergen comes alive as those locals mix with students and tourists in the city’s bars and clubs. To meet this demand, Norway’s breweries produce alcohol-free versions of pilsners and IPAs, while many bars offer tasty mocktails, with berry flavours proving especially popular. Neighourhood: Vaskerelven Ask any local for their view on the city’s best bar and this Bergen institution will likely top their list.