Hulen Bergen

Hulen is a rock club at Olaf Ryes vei 48 in the Nygård hillside of Bergen, Vestland county, western Norway, housed inside a former WWII bomb shelter. The setting gives it a cave-like interior that suits loud music and has made it one of the city's best-known live venues. It is roughly 15 minutes on foot from the centre, or a short taxi ride. The crowd is mostly students and young adults, along with long-time rock and metal fans of all ages, and dress is casual, with band shirts and dark clothing common and no strict door policy. The atmosphere is raw, loud and communal, centred on the stage and the dance floor. Music covers rock, metal and indie concerts, plus club nights between gigs; specific lineups change by date, so the venue's own calendar is the reliable guide. The drinks programme is mainly beer and spirits at student-friendly prices relative to the city centre, though Norwegian prices remain high. Entry is typically NOK 100-200 on gig nights (about USD 10-21), and admission varies with the act. Opening hours follow concert and club nights rather than a fixed daily schedule, with the busiest nights on Fridays and Saturdays. Queues can form for popular touring bands, and buying tickets in advance avoids them. Reservations and bottle service are not part of the format. Card payment is standard, and the cloakroom is commonly used. The age limit for entry may vary by event, and photo identification should be carried, since Norway sets age 20 for spirits.