Fish Market

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Fish Market in Bergen: an outdoor market on Torget square, long the historical centre of the fish trade, now mostly souvenir shops.

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Why go

  • The seafood stalls on Torget square, in the open air.
  • The souvenir stands set among the fish stalls on Torget square.

Interesting facts3

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  1. Makeshift souvenir shops and seafood stalls dominate the market today.

    Bergen - Wikivoyage (see)
  2. Fishermen no longer bring their catch straight to the market, so the seafood is only of average quality.

    Bergen - Wikivoyage (see)
  3. Locals have changed their shopping habits, so the market no longer matches its past.

    Bergen - Wikivoyage (see)

Tips for your visit

  • Expect more souvenir stands than fish stalls.
  • The market is somewhat crowded.

Don't miss

  • Free samples of whale, salmon and salmon caviarSamples of whale, salmon and salmon caviar are usually on offer at the stalls, free of charge.The stalls on Torget squareUsually on offer
  • The stranger fish on saleAdventurous visitors can try some of the unusual fish on sale.The stalls on Torget square

Sources: Bergen - Wikivoyage (see) · checked 18 Oct 2026

Where
Torget 5, Bergen

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Questions and answers

Where is the Fish Market in Bergen?

The Fish Market is on Torget square, where the outdoor market stands.

Is the Fish Market in Bergen worth visiting for the seafood?

Fishermen no longer bring their catch straight to the market, so the seafood is only of average quality. Souvenir shops and seafood stalls now make up most of the market.

Can you try fish at the Fish Market in Bergen?

Yes, the stalls offer free samples, and adventurous visitors can try some of the stranger fish on sale.

Is the Fish Market in Bergen easy to get around in a wheelchair?

It is fairly easy to get around in a wheelchair, although the market is somewhat crowded.

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