Ullevaal Stadion
Stadium Norwegian national football stadium and sports venue
Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo functions as Norway’s national football venue, hosting international matches, cup finals and concerts; visitors arrive for match days via Oslo’s public-transport connections.
Ullevaal Stadion is Norway’s national football stadium, located in Oslo and used for Norway national team matches, domestic cup finals and large club fixtures. The stadium opened in 1926 and has been modernized several times since.
Spectators attend international fixtures, club matches and occasional concerts; the venue holds roughly 28,000 people for football events. Facilities include mixed seating, hospitality areas and training grounds used by local clubs and the federation.
Constructed and opened in 1926, the stadium has undergone multiple renovations and upgrades to meet modern safety and comfort standards while remaining the country’s principal football venue. It has hosted domestic cup finals and national team qualifiers across decades.
Ullevaal sits in the northern part of Oslo, on the city’s outskirts but well connected to central Oslo by public transport, making it accessible for both local and visiting supporters.
- Capacity: Current seated capacity is approximately 28,000, making it Norway's primary stadium for international football fixtures.
How to Get to Ullevaal Stadion #
Ullevaal is north of central Oslo; the stadium is served by local buses and the Oslo Metro (line to Rikshospitalet / Ullevål stadion - check Ruter transit maps). From the city center allow 20-30 minutes by public transport.
Tips for Visiting Ullevaal Stadion #
- If attending a Norway national team match, buy tickets in advance - sellouts are common for big qualifiers.
- For non-match visits, check stadium tour availability via the stadium website or the Football Association of Norway; tours are seasonal and event-dependent.
Best Time to Visit Ullevaal Stadion #
Ullevaal is an event-driven venue - visit when matches or stadium tours are scheduled for the full experience.
Weather & Climate near Ullevaal Stadion #
Ullevaal Stadion's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (762 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 86 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.