Birkebeineren Ski Stadium

The stadium features two distinct competition areas with the cross-country section accommodating 31,000 spectators and the biathlon section hosting 13,500 visitors.

Construction of this winter sports facility began in 1991 and concluded in 1993, preparing for the 1994 Winter Olympics with a budget of 83.6 million Norwegian krone.

The stadium name references the Birkebeiner warriors who transported future King Haakon IV through these mountains in 1206 during Norwegian medieval times.

The facility connects to 450 kilometers of skiing tracks, including a 5-kilometer illuminated trail operating until 22:00 during winter months.

During summer, the venue transforms its tracks into paths for jogging, running, and roller skiing, maintaining year-round recreational activities.

Location: Lillehammer Municipality

Inception: 1992

Official opening: November 28, 1992

Capacity: 31000

GPS coordinates: 61.13411,10.50637

Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:06