There have always been close links between the Norwegian and British royal houses, all the way back to the Viking era when Norwegian kings also ruled over parts of what is today Britain. Fortunately, in modern times, the relationship has been somewhat more peaceful than it was 1000 years ago.
King Harald and King Charles are second cousins once removed. King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra of…
King Harald of Norway has presented the prestigious Abel Prize.
The Abel Prize recognises outstanding contributions to the world of mathematics and is often called the Nobel Prize of Mathematics. The ceremony, held at the University of Oslo, brought together renowned…
Crown Princess Mette Marit joined by her dog in the forest during ceremony for books of the future
23rd May 2023
The dog of the Norwegian Crown Prince and Princess, Molly Fiskebolle, was hoping for a run in the forest on a royal engagement , but the dog was quickly brought in in line by Crown Princess Mette-Marit when she attended a special ceremony.
The Crown Princess of Norway…
King Harald of Norway makes his first public appearance since hospitalisation as the country celebrates its National Day
18th May 2023
King Harald of Norway made his first public appearance in more than two weeks following a period of hospitalisation to treat an infection.
His Majesty’s treatment meant he was forced him to miss a number of key events, including the State visit from the President of Italy and the beginning of the summer sailing season of the Royal ship Norge.
And what better occasion to celebrate a…
Ship Ahoy! Norway's Crown Prince Regent and Queen Sonja get the Royal Ship's sailing season underway
16th May 2023
Crown Prince Regent Haakon once again stepped in his father’s shoes to fulfill one of the King’s traditional duties for the month of May: the inspection of the Royal Ship Norge ahead of the summer sailing season.
Given King Harald’s continuing recovery from an…
King Harald of Norway has been discharged from hospital after a week of treatment for an infection.
The Royal Court made a short announcement on May 15th 2023. It stated that ”His Majesty The King has now been discharged…The King remains on sick…
Crown Prince Haakon steps in for King Harald to welcome Italian President Mattarella on State Visit
13th May 2023
Crown Prince Haakon of Norway perfectly stepped in his father’s shoes to host a State Visit from the Italian President, Sergio Mattarella, who arrived in Oslo accompanied by his daughter Laura.
The Italian President, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and the rest of the delegation landed on Wednesday, 10 May, and were welcomed, among others, by the Italian Ambassador to Norway and…
It was announced on 8 May that King Harald of Norway was hospitalised with an infection.
The Royal Court issued an update the following day saying that the King was still in hospital but recovering; however, he would be on sick leave for the rest of the week.
As…
The heir to the throne of Norway will take a leading part in the State Visit to his country by the President of Italy.
Crown Prince Haakon has had to step in after his father, King Harald, was admitted to hospital with an infection which will see him remain an inpatient…
Crown Prince Haakon has stepped in for his ill father on Liberation Day.
King Harald was unfortunately ill during this year’s Liberation Day, but Crown Prince Haakon was ready to take over the task of participating in the ceremonies. The Norwegian monarch was admitted to hospital on 8 May. The King has been diagnosed with an infection that needs to be treated in hospital and will remain…
