MV Granvin, Heritage vessel in Bergen, Norway
MV Granvin is a steel passenger vessel operated from Bergen for coastal trips. The ship features a 3-cylinder Wichmann engine and can accommodate up to 80 passengers on day voyages.
The vessel was built in 1931 at Mjellem & Karlsen shipyard in Bergen and served passenger and cargo routes to the Hardanger region for decades. It was retired in 1987 and subsequently restored to preserve its heritage.
The vessel represents Norwegian maritime traditions and showcases typical features of inter-war passenger ships. Visitors can experience the original interior layout and see how people once traveled along the coast.
The vessel departs from Bergen and offers day trips for those wanting to explore the coast. It travels at a maximum speed of about 10 knots, making for a leisurely and relaxed journey.
The vessel preserves its original fittings since the 1988 restoration, including the characteristic saloon situated below deck. This arrangement reveals how ships of that era were designed to accommodate passengers comfortably.
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