Crown Princess Mette-Marit was seen arriving at the National Hospital in Oslo on Thursday, adding fresh concern around the Norwegian royal’s health. She was photographed with Crown Prince Haakon and Princess Ingrid Alexandra after a difficult period for the family. Princess Ingrid Alexandra had already planned to return from college in Australia to be near her mother, while Haakon cut short an official trip to Japan. Shortly after the story was published, broadcaster NRK reported that Mette-Marit left the hospital with her husband about three hours after arriving.
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Princess Ingrid Alexandra Returns From Australia
The family response underlined the seriousness of the moment. Princess Ingrid Alexandra’s decision to fly back from Australia came as Mette-Marit’s condition continued to weigh on the royal household. The reason for the hospital visit has not been disclosed, but the timing drew attention because several close relatives adjusted their schedules to be in Oslo. According to Town & Country, photos published by Norwegian tabloid VG showed the crown princess arriving with both her husband and daughter, a sign of close support during a tense week for the palace.
Queen Sonja Speaks During Museum Visit
The hospital trip came just as Queen Sonja resumed public duties after her own recent stay at the same hospital. The 88-year-old attended a visit to the Trondheim Art Museum, marking her first public appearance since being treated in late May for heart fibrillation and heart failure. During that outing, she addressed concern over her daughter-in-law’s condition. “Of course, we don't think it’s anything positive,” the Queen told reporters according to NRK. “It’s a great shame. We can only hope that everything goes well.”
King Harald and Haakon Address Her Condition
Queen Sonja’s comments followed stark assessments from both King Harald and Crown Prince Haakon in recent days. The king said of Mette-Marit, “She is seriously ill. There is no doubt about that, unfortunately.” Haakon has also spoken openly about the strain of her illness. In May, he said, “The Crown Princess is seriously ill, and I think she has gotten a bit worse lately.” Those remarks have added weight to public concern, especially as the palace has shared more direct updates than usual about her medical condition.
Chronic Pulmonary Fibrosis Shapes Daily Life
Mette-Marit was diagnosed with chronic pulmonary fibrosis in 2018, a condition that has increasingly affected her daily routine and public role. In recent appearances, she has been seen using supplemental oxygen. Last winter, the Royal Palace said doctors had started preparing for a possible lung transplant evaluation, a sign of how serious the illness has become. Her latest hospital visit fits into that broader health struggle, even if officials have not explained the immediate cause. For Norway’s royal family, the past weeks have brought another difficult chapter centered on care, caution, and family support.
