Hanseatic Museum Bergen in 2026: Schøtstuene is open
The Hanseatic Museum tells the story of the Hanseatic merchants in Bergen. Its house, Finnegården, has been closed for renovation since 1 October 2018. The municipality plans a new exhibition and a reopening in spring 2027. That is a plan, not a date, so do not build a trip around it.
For a visit now, go to Schøtstuene at Øvregaten 50. These are the Hanseatic assembly rooms, a different address from Finnegården. They are open from 1 May to 31 October 2026, 10:00 to 18:00. Outside that season, check the current winter hours before you go. For a wider view of the quarter, start with our history of Bryggen or the Bryggen walking tours.
Prices and tour languages at Schøtstuene
The entry price includes the guided tour of about 40 minutes. Prices 2026.
| Visitor | Price 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adults | NOK 160 |
| Students | NOK 80 |
| Under 18 years | Free |
| Bergen Card | NOK 130 |
| Start time, May to October | Language |
|---|---|
| 11:00 | Norwegian |
| 12:00, 14:00 and 17:00 | English |
| 13:00 and 16:00 | French |
| 15:00 | German |
Booking ahead is a good idea, especially in summer. In autumn and winter the days and times can differ from this summer plan, so check before you go.
Hanseatic Bryggen: guided walks and museum tickets
Walks that cover Bryggen and the Hanseatic story, and tickets that include Bryggens Museum, with live prices and availability. Read what each entry includes before you book.
The Hanseatic League in Bergen
The Hanseatic office in Bergen dates to around 1350 or 1360, depending on how you count. The Hanseatic period is dated 1360 to 1754. The main business was dried fish exported from northern Norway and grain imported into the country. Narrow passages and long rows of houses on Bryggen still follow the medieval plot structure.
After 1754 the Norwegian Office, Det Norske Kontor, took over until it was dissolved in 1899. Trade did not stop when the German office closed. For the full timeline, including the fires and the road to World Heritage, read the history of Bryggen.
Schøtstuene and the guided tour
The tour starts in Schøtstuene and then continues out onto Bryggen. It is the right choice if you want the Hanseatic story in a short, focused visit.
Finnegården and the other ways in
There is no combined ticket for a visit to Finnegården while it is closed.
| Schøtstuene tour | English Bryggen walk from Bryggens Museum | |
|---|---|---|
| Adults 2026 | NOK 160 | NOK 390 |
| Length | About 40 minutes | 90 minutes |
| Includes | Schøtstuene and a walk onto Bryggen | Bryggens Museum and Schøtstuene on the same day, plus the medieval wine cellar |
| Languages | Norwegian, English, French, German in season | English |
For most visitors with limited time, the Schøtstuene tour is the simplest way to see the Hanseatic side of Bryggen. If you also want the archaeology and have more time, the longer walk covers both museums in one booking. Details are on the Bryggens Museum page.
Make the most of a visit to Schøtstuene
Practical points for 2026.
Pick your language
From May to October, German tours run at 15:00 and English tours at 12:00, 14:00 and 17:00. French tours run at 13:00 and 16:00, and Norwegian at 11:00.
Book ahead
A booking is a good idea, especially in summer. In autumn and winter the days and times can differ, so check the current plan before you travel.
Pair it with the museum
Bryggens Museum opens every day from 12 January to 30 December, 10:00 to 17:00. Entry costs NOK 170.
Bryggens Museum →Use the Bergen Card
With the card the Schøtstuene tour costs NOK 130 instead of NOK 160. Children and young people under 18 enter free.
Hanseatic Museum Bergen: frequently asked questions
Is the Hanseatic Museum in Finnegården open in 2026?
No. Finnegården has been closed for renovation since 1 October 2018. A new exhibition and a reopening are planned for spring 2027. Schøtstuene is the place to visit now.
Where is Schøtstuene?
At Øvregaten 50. These are the Hanseatic assembly rooms, a different address from Finnegården.
How much does Schøtstuene cost?
NOK 160 for adults, NOK 80 for students, free under 18, and NOK 130 with the Bergen Card. The price includes a guided tour of about 40 minutes.
Which languages are the tours in?
From May to October: Norwegian at 11:00, English at 12:00, 14:00 and 17:00, French at 13:00 and 16:00, and German at 15:00.
When is Schøtstuene open?
Every day from 1 May to 31 October 2026, 10:00 to 18:00. Check the current hours if you visit outside that season.
Is there a ticket that includes Finnegården?
No. The English walk that starts at Bryggens Museum includes Bryggens Museum and Schøtstuene on the same day, but not Finnegården.