🚢 Hurtigruten – The Lifeline of the Norwegian Coast • What is it? Hurtigruten, officially known as The Coastal Express (Kystruten Bergen–Kirkenes), is a historic shipping route along the Norwegian coast. • History: Established in 1893, the route has served as the coast’s most vital lifeline for over 130 years, transporting passengers, cargo, and mail. • The Route: It sails between Bergen in the south and Kirkenes in the far north, calling at a total of 34 ports. • Duration: A full round trip (B

MS KONG HARALD, Hurtigruten