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King Harald V’s coffin leaves Oslo Cathedral, followed by King Haakon VIII, Queen Mette-Marit and Queen Sonja after his funeral service in Oslo. Wednesday, 9 Sept., 2026.

Video. Norway bids farewell to King Harald V, 'grandfather' of the nation

Updated: 09/09/2026 - 18:05 GMT+2

Norway's royal family, led by new King Haakon VIII, foreign royals, heads of state and dignitaries took part in the procession to Oslo's Lutheran cathedral on foot.

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