Seefeld 2019: HEIA NORGE!

"We are going for gold!" was heard from the stands as the Norwegians shouted. With a total of 25 medals (13 gold, 5 silver, and 7 bronze), the nation from the North ranks 1st in the medal table – far ahead of all other nations. There was hardly a race after which the Norwegians had nothing to celebrate. By the way: Norway has already led the medal table in the last 10 (!) World Championships. Here are some of the most beautiful celebration moments of the Norwegians for you:

The Norwegians have truly turned the World Championship into a Nordic ski festival! They also built a small tent city for the occasion. On the meadow across from the Berghof Hotel, they set up several tents, tables, and a buffet. Here, one immediately felt like in Norway. With the greatest warmth and hospitality, visitors were welcomed, not just on the "Open Tent Day". The Norwegian chefs had prepared moose heart and sheep’s head. Delicious salmon was, of course, a must. For those who found Nordic cuisine too unusual, hot drinks, schnapps, and beer were available – all for free! Behind the Norwegian camp was a fan group that had never missed a Nordic World Championship. Sponsors provided the lavish food and drinks. For their hospitality, we wholeheartedly say "Mange takk"!

Norway is the nation of sailors and seafaring. Thus, the "Sjømannskirken", or Seaman's Church, is part of the Norwegian Church. There is a Seaman's Church in many large cities – and also at various major events. Therefore, it could not be missing at Seefeld 2019. It was a place of tranquility during the World Cup. Everyone was welcome in the small "church" in the chapter hall of St. Oswald's Church. There were free waffles and coffee for everyone, and a service took place every week. The Seaman's Church was a successful place of community and peace!

The Norwegian TV station NRK has set up its glass studio in the heart of Seefeld to report on the wins and events at the FIS Nordic Ski World Championships. 65 employees worked here and welcomed professional athletes and other celebrities every day. Up to 45 minutes were aired daily in Norway. You can find out more about the Norwegians' studio here!

We would like to thank the Norwegians for their great and entertaining support – you are amazing! Of course, a big THANK YOU also goes out to all the fans from around the world who cheered on their athletes vigorously during the World Championships in Seefeld 2019 and contributed to a wonderful, relaxed, fun, peaceful, and friendly atmosphere!