According to city officials, the regatta will feature the school ship Christian Radich, which is the most winning ship in its class. Anita Leirvik North, city council member for urban development, said Christian Radich is "Oslo's own ship" and will be part of the event. The last time Oslo hosted the races, the Furuset Line was extended to Lindeberg and Furuset, and the Police House on Grønland was completed.
Several Norwegian cities have hosted the regatta, most recently Kristiansand in 2025. The event aims to involve young people, especially those who have fallen outside, providing work experience and a sense of team. Leirvik North said the goal is for as many as possible to experience community and learn something new, whether at sea or in the harbor.
That Tall Ships Races returns to Oslo after 50 years is a big event for the city.
Christian Radich is Oslo's own ship. It is part of our pride, and will of course be part of the event.
The city will be filled with people and ships from the entire region. There will be a lot of life and lots of great youth. I think that will make the whole of Oslo seek down to the harbor.
It is especially young people who have fallen a bit outside. They can get work experience, be part of a team and see that their role is important for the crew and that the boats function.
At the same time, we point forward to further development of the city as a maritime capital and sustainable fjord city.