Oslo Marathon

The Oslo Marathon is a major annual running event held in Oslo, Norway toward the end of September or beginning of October that attracts runners of all levels from around the world. The race offers multiple distances including the marathon (42.195 km), half marathon (21.097 km), a 10 km run (often called “10 for Grete”), and shorter community-oriented races, all winding through scenic routes along the Oslofjord waterfront and city streets with start and finish at Rådhusplassen (Town Hall Square). The event combines elite competition with a festive atmosphere and has grown into one of Norway’s largest city races since its modern relaunch in 2004, though the first editions date back to 1981.