King Harald, Queen Sonja and Crown Prince Haakon all took part in the annual opening of Parliament ceremony, which marks the end of the summer recess and the beginning of a new legislative season.
On 3 October, Their Majesties and His Royal Highness arrived at the Parliament building in an open car, as tradition dictates. The short piece of Karl Johans Gate (Oslo’s main street) that…
One of Europe’s most popular royals has just received a brand new throne but this isn’t its first time as a regal seat.
In fact, this ”new throne” has a rather interesting history that’s seen it used by a king before it became the most…
Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s health issues will sideline her for a bit longer.
The Crown Princess does not have any events scheduled for the upcoming week or autumn holidays.
The Royal Court told Dagbladet that the royal’s sick leave would be extended…
Crown Prince Haakon hosts Red Cross Secretary General as Ukraine takes central stage in Oslo
26th September 2023
Crown Prince Haakon has welcomed the Secretary General of the Ukrainian Red Cross at the Oslo Royal Palace for an audience.
On 25th September, Mr Maksym Dotsenko held a private meeting with the heir to the Norwegian throne in the context of his visit to the Scandinavian country, which is hosting an international summit on humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
According to the Royal Palace…
A tiny church and a scramble for a minister - a very unusual royal wedding
22nd September 2023
When the leading princess of a royal court marries, it’s usually a grand affair with tiaras, sparkle and endless celebrations. But when Astrid, then the de facto first lady of Norway, said her ‘I dos’ in 1961, it was a low key affair that changed the rules…
In connection with Queen Sonja’s 80th birthday the Queen Sonja Art Stable was opened in Oslo. Located just beside the Royal Palace the Art Stable has now for many years been an exhibition hall for royal history and modern art. Now a new building is part of the…
The hotel that's about to claim a place in royal wedding history
16th September 2023
Princess Martha Louise of Norway has announced details for her 2024 wedding to American shaman Durek Verrett. The couple will be marrying in Gerainger on 24 August in a historic venue.
Martha and Durek have chosen the Hotel Union Geiranger for their wedding.
The Hotel Union Geiranger was built in the 1890s to create a luxury hotel for visitors travelling on cruises through the…
Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway is on sick leave for two weeks but may need further rest after that.
The news was announced by the Norwegian Royal Court on September 13th 2023. The decision comes on the advice of the Crown Princess’ doctor.
The Crown…
Princess Martha Louise and Durek Verrett set their royal wedding date
13th September 2023
Princess Martha Louise of Norway and Durek Verrett have revealed when they plan to marry.
The couple, who announced their engagement in 2022, have said their wedding will take place on August 31st 2024.
In a post on her Instagram, Princess Martha Louise also confirmed…
Royal attendees confirm attendance at Jubilee celebrations of Sweden's King
4th September 2023
King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden’s Golden Jubilee celebrations will take place later this month, and we know which royals will join in the festivities.
The King will be joined by his wife, Queen Silvia, and their children and spouses: Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia and Princess Madeleine and Chris O’Neill. His sisters, Princess Margaretha…
