🏃 Bergen City Marathon 2025: What to Expect This Saturday

The 13th edition of the Fjordkraft Bergen City Marathon is set to take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, transforming Bergen's city center into a vibrant arena for runners and spectators alike. Starting and finishing at the iconic Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the marathon offers participants a scenic route through Gamle Bergen, along Fjellveien, and around Store Lungegårdsvann bergencitymarathon.no.​

🚧 Road Closures and Access Information

To ensure the safety of all participants and spectators, several road closures will be in effect:​

• Road Closures: Streets along the marathon route will be closed to vehicular traffic from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Notably, access to Bryggen will be restricted during this time .​

• Traffic Reopening: All roads are expected to reopen by 4:00 PM, marking the end of the marathon's maximum duration of six hours .​bergencitymarathon.no

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🚗 Getting Around During the Marathon

• Public Transportation: Bergen's public transport services will operate as usual, but expect potential delays or reroutes near the marathon course.​

• Parking: Parking near the city center, especially around Bryggen, will be limited. Consider using public transportation or parking facilities outside the affected areas.​

• Pedestrian Access: Pedestrian movement will be allowed, but some crossings may be temporarily closed during the race.​

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🎉 Join the Festivities

Whether you're running or cheering from the sidelines, the Bergen City Marathon is a celebration of community spirit and athleticism. Enjoy the lively atmosphere, support the runners, and take in the beautiful sights of Bergen.​

For more details on the marathon, including route maps and participant information, visit the official Bergen City Marathon website.