Bergen
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Bergen - The Hanseatic trading network
Travel back to the Middle Ages when young German merchants ruled Northern European trade, and discover why Bergen’s dried fish was as valuable as gold.
Written by Dave July 02
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High-tech first aid for our oldest buildings
Modern technology rescues historic landmarks. Discover how digital twins and high-tech tools preserve our oldest wooden structures and stavkirker.
Written by Dave June 25
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Practical tips for a good life in Norway
Master your move to Norway! Get practical tips on culture, work, and finances to help you integrate smoothly and enjoy your new life in the North.
Written by Dave June 18
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Fieldnote #106: Vinmonopolet – The Wine Club
An inside look at the wine club at Vinmonopolet in Åsane. A humorous take on “minerality,” pretentious rituals, and surviving the endless Bergen rain.
Dave // BERGEN June 13
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Fieldnote #105: Operation Perfect Lawn – Four-Year Report
Operation Perfect Lawn: A four-year report from Bergen, Norway. The tragicomic story of how thousands of kroner and endless labor resulted in a world-class moss garden.
Dave // BERGEN June 06
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Tax and Welfare in Norway: High Price, High Reward
Why do Norwegians pay 47% tax with a smile? Explore the 2026 figures and see how the tax system funds the world’s best welfare state for you and your family.
Written by Dave June 01
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Fieldnote #104: Friday, somewhere in Bergen
It’s 7:42 a.m. and I’m already standing here wondering if I’ve gotten too old for this. Or if it’s just the carpenter’s apprentice who’s making me feel this way.
Dave // BERGEN May 30
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Is Norway really that expensive? – For fjord lovers and families
Tired of Googling “cost of living in Norway” and hearing only about overpriced coffee and oil barons? Let’s look past the myths and dive into the real figures for 2025/2026. Discover why a high price tag often comes with a quality of life that makes it all worth it.
Written by Dave May 28
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Fieldnote #103: The Weekend from Hell – or Dear Family, I Love You
I stood in the doorway like a true Bergen native: hot coffee in hand, a warm smile in place, and an inner voice whispering “you’ve survived this before, you can do it again”.
Dave // BERGEN May 25
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Beyond the Fjords: Debunking 6 Common Myths About Norway
Do you think we all own oil rigs, eat brown cheese for every meal, and ski to work? After 22 years in Norway, I’ve heard it all. Here is the truth behind the most common myths about Norwegians – served with a healthy dose of self-deprecating humor.
Written by Dave May 20
