I know you shouldn't pick favourites, but if I had to choose my favourite day in Bergen, it would be the second day when we journeyed to the top of mount Fløyen on the Fløibanen funicular.
I'm sure many of you know, but a funicular is a railway that usually travels up (and down) a mountain and which historically travels along a rope. The word funicular derives from the Latin word for rope or cord, being funis.
In many funiculars, the ascending and descending cars were counterbalanced but this is not necessarily a defining feature of funiculars.
It was a cold and snowy day on our visit to Mount Fløyen and it snowed while we were up there too.
I'm not quite as fearful of heights as I used to be since I confronted my fear of heights in 2014 but I have to admit that I was very careful up at the summit. The views were absolutely dizzying and I held on very tight to the railings, while Stephen watched from a very safe distance.
I've taken funiculars in Folkestone, Prague, Hastings and Bergen. Bergen and Prague tie for their breathtaking qualities.
I would love to visit again one day, especially in summer. There is a trail you can walk down from the mountains to the town. Given that it was snowing quite steadily while we were up there and the snow plough was in action, we decided against the walk on this occasion.
But there are also mountain goats and trolls that you can meet on Fløyen, both of which seem more visible in summer.
Still, our time on Fløyen was quite magical and has made me ever more determined to ride every funicular that I can. They are a lot of fun.
It was soon time to partake in our favourite Bergen pastime, namely getting a hot drink and watching the world pass us by. After that, it was on to our next adventure.
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You will have fun for life, seeking out all the funiculars, Mandy. I like the bird's eye views here
ReplyDeleteChallenge accepted :) I liked the views too. It felt pristine and inspiring up there
DeleteI don't miss snow and icy pavements from our Swiss years - but fresh snow is a beautiful sight.
ReplyDeleteI'm with you Diana! I live in an urdan area just outside of London. Here, show is nice for a few hours then turns to treacherous black ice
DeleteOh WOW!!! This looks beautiful and fantastic.
ReplyDeleteI had fun on the Lucerne Funicular - one to add to your list ;-)
I will definitely add that to my list!! Lucerne sounds magical too
DeleteI love funiculars. I did it in Zagreb and in Ljubljana. Stunning views of Bergen
ReplyDeleteMe too, Tanja. Zagreb and Ljubljana are both on my bucket list so I will be sure to take the funicular when I make it there
DeleteMandy, the pictures you show, and the video taken, are amazing and I even saw your bungee jump post. Fear of heights is normal I think, but with that view I would be in heaven. Bergen is such a beautiful city seen as a bird. I love heights because of the views. Try to go back in summer one day and walk down, that will be quite the trip. Thank you for taking us along!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice day.
Thank you Astrid, I'm glad you enjoyed it. You're right, of course, the views make heights worth it!
DeleteGreat post and amazing photos. I've never been to Norway or Bergen. Seeing how beautiful it looks in winter and snow, I would love to visit one day, especially as you can travel on the Fløibanen funicular for such stunning, panoramic views. Thanks for sharing :) Aiva xx
ReplyDeleteHi Aiva! It was our first visit to Norway but it won't be our last. I highly recommend it!
Deletegreat shots and a wonderful post, Mandy. you refreshed my memories from my visit a few years back. i like your snowy views from the top. it looks quite busy and bustling from the top. funiculars and all railways in general are a favourite mode of transport for me.
ReplyDeleteI'm a fan of funiculars and railways too, Ayush! I hope you enjoyed the trip down memory lane
DeleteAstrid and I have both been to Bergen, Mandy, when we took the Hurtigruten cruise from north to south, ending there. We didn't take the funicular to the mount but can imagine what a trip that must have been, with such gorgeous views. Bergen has such a fabulous harbor!
ReplyDeleteThat must have been an amazing trip, Astrid! I do like the idea of a cruise, especially one around the fjords
DeleteDespite the gloomy day that is one impressive view! I HAD to read your post about overcoming your fear of heights. Are you mad?!!! That's not how you do it..... lol! Now you make me feel pathetic, because how I did it was ...... I plucked up the courage to go on the Devon Eye at the Exeter Agricultural Show, all by myself - and loved it! Have been much better up in the mountains in the car and moho ever since.
ReplyDeleteThe Devon Eye sounds like a much safer bet! But I'm pleased you're overcoming your fear of heights too!!
DeleteThe views are sensational.
ReplyDeleteI suppose a city has to be at the foot of a high mountain to be able to see such a distance.
You're right! Bergen is perfectly placed for such panoramic views!
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