Bislett Stadion Stadium

Bislett Stadion is a multi-use stadium in the Bislett neighborhood of Oslo, Norway. The original venue opened in 1922 and a major redevelopment was completed in 2005.

The facility is configured primarily for track and field with a standard 400 m athletics track and seating for roughly 15,000 people. It hosts international athletics meetings, national championships and occasional football fixtures, and is known for a high number of middle-distance world records set on its track.

The site was first developed as a sports ground in the early 20th century, rebuilt after periods of intensive use and refurbishment, and underwent its most recent major reconstruction in 2004-2005 to modernize athletics and spectator facilities. Over time its role has focused increasingly on athletics meetings and training.

The stadium sits in central Oslo, a short distance north of the city center and easily reached from central neighborhoods by public transport.

• Capacity: about 15,000 spectators after the 2004-05 reconstruction, configured for athletics with a 400 m track and infield for field events.
• Bislett Games: an annual international meeting known as the Bislett Games is held here and forms part of the global athletics circuit.

Bislett Stadion sits on Ullevålsveien in central Oslo, a short walk from the city centre. From Oslo Central Station it’s about 1.5-2 km north (roughly a 15-25 minute walk); alternatively take local trams or buses that stop at or near Bislett and walk a few minutes to the stadium. By car the venue is reached via Ring 1/Ullevålsveien through central Oslo.

• Check the stadium event calendar before you go - the best time to experience Bislett Stadion's atmosphere is during an athletics meet (the Bislett Games is the highlight) rather than a random day when public access is limited.
• Reach the stadium by tram or a short walk from central Oslo to avoid scarce match-day parking; it sits within the city so public transport timetables and short walks are the most reliable access.