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Welcome toBergen International

FestivalIN MAY/JUNE EVERY YEAR

BERGEN TURNS INTO THE HUB OF THE NORDIC ART UNIVERSE.

Set against a dramatic, fjord-filled backdrop, the Bergen International Festival showcases the best of both Norwegian arts and the wider northern European scene through broad and imaginative programming.

Every year, around 200 events across opera, music, theatre and dance are staged over 15 days, many of them premieres and new productions. The festival uses a number of venues in and around the city centre, amongst them the homes of composers Edvard Grieg and Ole Bull.

Highlights from the 2014 programme include pianist Leif Ove Andsnes, early music ensemble Le Concert Sprituel, soprano Julia Lezhneva and legendary composer Steve Reich.

Bergen is a great place to start exploring the history, the culture and the world-famous nature of Norway. The fjords are Scandinavia’s number one attraction, and Bergen is the gateway to a veritable kingdom of fjords. The city is surrounded by mountains, some of which are easily accessible by public transportation. The Bryggen wharf in the city centre has kept its historical appearance and is now on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Bergen is also known for its many museums, and hosts an impressive collection by Edvard Munch.

The festival hotel Radisson Blu Hotel Norge is located in the middle of Bergen city centre and it is within walking distance of most of our concert- and theatre venues.

With more than 50 direct routes from all over Europe, Bergen is easily accessible by air.

For more info, please visit:Bergen International Festival – www.fib.no

Flights to Bergen – www.avinor/en/airport/bergen

Festival Hotel – www.radissonblu.com/hotelnorge-bergen

City of Bergen – www.visitbergen.com

Destination – www.fjordnorway.com

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