17 May 2027
Constitution Day on the water
TOGETHER FOR BERGEN · CONSTITUTION DAY AT SEA
Byfjord boat parade 2027
Flags in the breeze, decorated boats and Bergen seen from the sea. Join Constitution Day’s boat parade or enjoy watching from the shore.
Foreløpig program for 2027
This page is based on the 2026 arrangements. The start time, sailing route, parade leadership, communication channel and participation arrangements for 2027 will be confirmed later. Check this page before setting out.
10:30
Based on the 2026 programme
Bjorøy / Hilleren
Final meeting point for 2027 to follow
A celebration with the fjord as its stage
Byfjordsparaden makes boating part of Bergen’s great Constitution Day celebration. Decorate your boat in red, white and blue, bring a festive spirit and enjoy the sense of community on the water.
While processions fill the streets, the boat parade adds a maritime dimension to the celebration. For spectators on land, the boats bring movement to the cityscape; for participants, the fjord is the celebration’s stage.
From pandemic parades to an ongoing celebration
The Committee’s 2026 account describes the Byfjord boat parades during the pandemic as a great success. The celebration on the water continued, bringing boats together to mark Constitution Day.
Find information for 2027 here in a readable format, easy to use on mobile or at home before your trip.
For those wishing to take part
Detailed participation information for 2027 will appear here. We will add the meeting point, parade leader and any registration requirements once decided.
Decorate your boat
Flags and Constitution Day decorations are part of the celebration. Secure decorations well and keep visibility, movement aboard and essential equipment clear.
Plan a safe trip
Consider weather and sea conditions, wear a lifejacket and keep a safe distance. Follow current navigation rules and the organiser’s updated instructions.
Wait for this year’s sailing instructions
Speed, formation, VHF channel and any arrangements for joining along the way must be confirmed for 2027. Information from 2026 is historical background.
Vågen and harbour traffic
Do not assume that joining the parade grants access to Vågen or a berth. Follow this year’s harbour restrictions and account for other activity.
The 2026 arrangements — background
The poster listed KV Tor as the lead vessel, a maximum speed of 5 knots, up to two larger or four smaller boats abreast, and VHF channel 67. Boats joining later did so at the rear. These are not confirmed instructions for 2027.
Read the Committee’s information from 2026 →Have a question?
Contact the 17 May Committee. The coordinator and participation arrangements for 2027 will be added when confirmed.