The Bergen Swim Festival is an annual prestigious swimming competition in Bergen that brings together the best Norwegian and European swimmers. The sporting event is held at Alexander Dale Oen Arena (AdO) and organized by the Norwegian Swimming Federation.
The meet is approved by the Norwegian Swimming Federation and with over €27,000 in cash prizes and several of Europe’s best swimmers we proudly look forward to hosting it in Norway’s best swimming arena. The event is FINA-approved as a qualifying meet for the World Championships.
“The Bergen Swim Festival is a great opportunity for young swimmers to compete alongside the strongest swimmers in Europe for 3 days,” – says Andrzej Waszkewicz, European Sports Promoter. “For all spectators and guests of the tournament, this is an almost full Olympic program, when even the finals A and B are in action!” – he adds.
This swimming competition is held at Alexander Dale Oen Arena (ADO arena), which was officially opened in October 2014. The venue consists of a 50-meter pool holding Olympic standard (10-lanes), diving facilities, water slides and training pool. In addition the building has a multipurpose hall, cafe and also houses Amalie Skram Videregående Skole (high school).
The Bergen Swim Festival, as well as the Helsinki Swim Meet, is part of the Nordic Swim Tour.
This picturesque southwestern, Norwegian city is surrounded by mountains and fjords, including the country’s longest and deepest fjords, the Sognefjord. Bergen is home to many colorful houses that line the old wharf that was once a center of the Hanseatic League’s trading empire. This is definitely a city for adventures and mountain lovers as it’s filled with hiking trails that offer sweeping views once you get to the top.
As a European City of Culture, World Heritage City and UNESCO City of Gastronomy, Bergen offers world-class experiences and culture.
Enjoy the best Norwegian Food during the international swimming competition – Bergen Swim Festival!
