Holmenkollen Medal
The Holmenkollen Medal (Norwegian: Holmenkollenmedaljen) is an honorary skiing award that has been issued by the Skiforeningen in Norway since 1895. It recognizes the outstanding achievements of skiing athletes who place at the top of international championships and at Holmenkollen Ski Festival events, as well as those who contribute to advancement of the sport of skiing. The Holmenkollen Medal is considered Norwegian skiing highest honor.
| Holmenkollen Medal | |
|---|---|
| Holmenkollenmedaljen | |
Skiforeningen seal | |
| Awarded for | Achievements in, or the advancement of, skiing |
| Venue | Holmenkollen National Arena |
| Country | Norway |
| Presented by | Skiforeningen |
| Eligibility | Skiing athletes and contributors |
| First awarded | 1895 |
| Website | skiforeningen |
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