From Witches to Trolls: Bergen’s Crime and Myth Walk｜Norway

Step into Bergen’s past through the stories it left behind. This historic walking tour explores the city’s crimes, justice and folklore, following a trail of places where real events unfolded and old beliefs shaped everyday life.

As you wander through Bergen’s historic streets and neighbourhoods, you’ll hear stories of witch trials, executions and the workings of the city’s courts, alongside tales from Norse mythology that once helped people explain the world around them. From the merchant alleys of Bryggen to the old execution sites and the characterful streets of Nordnes, each stop reveals another layer of Bergen’s history.

Along the way, the tour blends documented crime and local legend, showing how law, superstition and storytelling have long been part of the city’s identity. The experience finishes at the Troll Museum, where Norway’s famous trolls and creatures of folklore bring these old traditions vividly to life.

Designed for curious travellers, history lovers and anyone who enjoys a good story, this tour offers a different way to explore Bergen — through the crimes, myths and legends that helped shape the city you see today.