The ceremony will follow days of public mourning, as Norway’s royal family begins a new chapter after the monarch’s death.
The funeral of King Harald V of Norway will be held on Wednesday, September 9, at Oslo Cathedral. The ceremony is scheduled to begin at 1:00 p.m.
This is reported by AP.
The funeral ceremony for King Harald V of Norway will take place on Wednesday, September 9, at 1:00 p.m. at Oslo Cathedral.
the Royal Palace said in a statement
Norway mourns Harald V
Last Sunday, tens of thousands of Norwegians visited cathedrals and churches across the country, where memorial services for the late monarch were held.
On Saturday evening, Norway’s new king, Haakon VIII, addressed the nation in a speech dedicated to his father. He expressed profound grief over Harald V’s death and assured the public that he would serve the country with the same devotion.
Who inherited the Norwegian throne
Harald V died on Friday, August 28, at the age of 89. The day before, he had been hospitalized with a rare blood disorder.
Following the monarch’s death, the throne passed to his son, Haakon VIII. His wife, Mette-Marit, became queen, while their eldest daughter, Ingrid Alexandra, was granted the status of princess and heir to the throne.
The monarch in Norway plays a largely symbolic role, while state power rests with the elected parliament. At the same time, the royal family remains an important part of representing the country internationally.