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Funeral of King Harald V of Norway Set for September 9

Memorial ceremonies for King Harald V will take place at Oslo Cathedral, with various tributes prepared.

31 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The funeral of King Harald V of Norway is scheduled for September 9 at Oslo Cathedral. The monarch passed away on Friday at the age of 89, after a 35-year reign, according to reports.

In preparation for the funeral ceremonies, Norway's new sovereign, Haakon VIII, paid tribute to his father during a religious service. Similar ceremonies have been organized in various locations across the country in memory of the king.

According to information, the funeral procession will be led by Olav Fykse Tveit and will include the presence of the Bishop of Oslo. The ceremony will also feature musical moments performed by Marcus André Berg, accompanied by the Oslo Cathedral choir.

Before the funeral, Haakon VIII will take an oath of allegiance to the Constitution, although there will be no coronation process, a practice that was abolished in 1908.

As the date of the funeral approaches, different tributes and informal events have been held across the country, reflecting the impact King Harald had throughout his reign.

Details regarding the transportation of the casket from the royal palace to the cathedral, as well as the order of ceremonies, are being organized to ensure that the event respects the traditions and memory of the monarch. Throughout his life, Harald V was considered an important figure for Norway.

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