Trolls are everywhere in Norwegian folklore, and in Bergen they have a museum of their own. The Troll Museum is described as the largest in Norway devoted entirely to trolls and fairy tales, and it sits about a two-minute walk from Bryggen. It combines handmade art, traditional storytelling, augmented reality and interactive exhibits, with a Norse mythology section, a Hall of Trolls, a marine exhibit and a hall of the huldrefolk, the hidden people of Norwegian legend. It suits adults and children, and it is aimed at a family audience that wants something light and imaginative. Visit Norway's listing gives opening times of 09:00 to 19:00 every day from 1 April to 30 November 2026, and does not say what happens from December to March, so check before you plan around it in winter.
Think of the Troll Museum as a storytelling experience as much as a collection. The figures are handmade and designed to look as though they belong in the forest, and the mix of old tales and new technology means older children are engaged as well as young ones. The Norse mythology section gives context for the gods and creatures that appear in the sagas and a marine exhibit.
Most visitors spend an hour or a little more, which makes it a good filler for a gap between bigger plans, such as before a funicular ride or after a walk along the wharf.
Practical points matter. the operator lists the entry ticket at 4.3 stars from nearly seventy reviews, and the Visit Norway listing quotes starting prices in the mid-range for adults, with lower prices for seniors and children and a family ticket. Expect a modest cost for a short visit. The museum is central, so you can reach it on foot from the Fish Market, Bryggen or the Fløibanen station. Because the listed season ends on 30 November 2026, treat a December visit as unconfirmed until you have checked the museum's own winter hours.
Is it for you? If you are travelling with children, or you enjoy folklore and a little silliness, it is a good use of an hour. If you are mostly interested in serious history and art, spend your time at the Hanseatic Museum, Bryggen and the KODE galleries instead.
A common plan is to pair the Troll Museum with the Bergen Aquarium on a family day, or with a stroll along the harbour. Either way, the museum is a pleasant shelter from the weather, and a reminder that in Norway, trolls are taken at least half seriously.
What to expect
The experience
A self-guided visit through halls of handmade trolls, Norse mythology, storytelling and augmented reality exhibits.
Best time
A wet or cold afternoon, or a short slot between bigger activities.
How long
About one to one and a half hours.
Tips
The listed season runs to 30 November 2026, so check winter hours before planning a December visit. It is a two-minute walk from Bryggen.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Families and folklore fans who want something light and fun.
- Families
- A hit with children of most ages thanks to the figures, stories and augmented reality.
- Couples
- A short, quirky stop between meals; not the main event of a romantic day.
- Pair with
- Bryggen, the Fish Market and the Bergen Aquarium.
- Time needed
- An hour or a little more.
Good questions
Is the Troll Museum open in November?+
Visit Norway's listing gives daily hours of 09:00 to 19:00 from 1 April to 30 November 2026. After that date, check before you go.
Where is it?+
In the centre of Bergen, about a two-minute walk from Bryggen. It is easy to reach on foot from the Fish Market.
Is it suitable for children?+
Yes. It is designed for families, with handmade figures, storytelling and interactive and augmented reality elements.
How long should I allow?+
Most visitors need about an hour. Allow a little more if you are with children who like to explore.
What is inside?+
A Norse mythology section, a Hall of Trolls, a marine exhibit and a hall for the huldrefolk, with handmade art throughout.
