Bergen Travpark

What Bergen Travpark does

Bergen Travpark is Norway's second-largest harness racing track and operates the country's largest horse training facility, located in Breistein in the Åsane district approximately 15 minutes from Bergen city center. Founded on June 15, 1985 as the main arena for harness racing (travsport) in Western Norway, the venue features a 1,000-meter track with a 190-meter home stretch, modern grandstands, a stable area, and outdoor space capable of hosting events for over 20,000 people. The facility runs regular race days featuring Norwegian betting games (V75 Super Saturdays, V65 Thursday evenings, Easter racing) and serves harness racing enthusiasts, horse owners, trainers, and jockeys.

The business operates on an event-driven, multi-revenue-stream model. Ticket sales for race days (505 NOK adult / 253 NOK child for V75 events, with free entry for select special events) are processed through the Tickster platform. The venue rents multiple indoor spaces (Travstua, Restauranten, Elliotn, Skjold) for private celebrations, corporate events, and meetings at starting prices of 4,000-6,500 NOK. Food and beverage services are delivered through a core strategic partnership with Bergen Catering, while horse box rentals (400 NOK/night) and training facility access serve the equestrian community. Betting services are provided through the core ATG (Avenska Tipsservice) partnership, with sponsorship income from 14+ local business partners (Royal Transport, Vestland Bygg, Bijak Maskin, Hesteklinikken Bergen, among others).

Despite substantial physical infrastructure including parking for over 300 vehicles, the company operates with a lean core team of 7 employees. Distribution relies on direct venue access, the company's website (travparken.no), Facebook, and the Tickster ticketing platform. The venue also runs breeding and youth recruitment programs (rutineløp, Til Start sessions, Sunday pony training) to sustain the harness racing participant pipeline. There is no evidence of technology differentiation, AI/ML capabilities, or active fundraising, and the business remains privately held with no disclosed parent company or external investors.

Name

Bergen Travpark

Legal name

Bergen Travpark

Website

https://travparken.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Bergen Travpark operates Norway's second-largest harness racing track and the country's largest horse training facility in Bergen, Norway. Founded in 1985, the venue hosts V75/V65 race days, private and corporate events, betting, and catering services for racing fans, horse owners, trainers, and event organizers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports & Entertainment Venue (Harness Racing Track)

NAICS

Racetracks (711212), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Spectator Sports (7112)

SIC

Services-Racing, Including Track Operation (7948), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Racetrack & Race Meeting Operations (MPAEADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Venue Booking, Ticketing & Event-Day Services (Box Office, Guest Services) (MPAKAEAO), Arena & Stadium Operations (Large-Capacity Venues) (MPAGALAA), Sports & Arena Event Venues (Stadiums, Arenas) (THAHAAAF), Concession & Stadium / Arena Catering (THAFAIAG)

Keywords

• Harness racing track
• Horse training facilities
• Event venue rental
• Racing event hosting
• Equestrian sports venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Breistein

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Event Tickets: Entry fees for race days and special events, with adult tickets at 505 kr and children's tickets at 253 kr plus fees for major V75 events
2. Venue Rental: Rental of event spaces including Travstua (10-100 persons), Restaurant (80-400 persons), Elliotn (10-80 persons), and Skjold (10-60 persons). Pricing from 4000-6500 kr for baptisms, confirmations, and meetings
3. Food and Beverage Services: Restaurant and catering services including partnership with Bergen Catering for events, plus Elliotn and Spillehall bars open during events
4. Partnership Sponsorships: Sponsorship arrangements with multiple local businesses including Royal Transport, Vestland Bygg, Bijak Maskin, and others
5. Box/ Stall Rental: Rental of horse boxes at 400 kr per night, with 500 kr cleaning fee for boxes not cleaned after use
6. Betting/ Gaming Commission: Partnership with ATG (Avenska Tips Aktiebolaget) for horse betting services, likely generating commission on betting activity

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Bergen Travpark operates a 1,000-meter harness racing track and the largest horse training facility in Norway, hosting V75/V65 race days, equestrian training sessions, and horse box rentals. Beyond racing, the venue rents multiple event spaces (Travstua, Restauranten, Elliotn, Skjold) for corporate events, conferences, concerts, baptisms, confirmations, and memorials, complemented by restaurant and catering services through the Bergen Catering partnership. The venue also screens major football matches on an outdoor LED screen and supports ATG betting services during event days.

Product overview

Bergen Travpark operates as a unified venue combining a 1000-meter harness racing track (Norway's second-largest) with extensive training facilities (Norway's largest), multiple event venues, and restaurant services. The core offering centers on harness racing events featuring V75/V65 betting games, complemented by horse training facilities, box rentals, and event spaces ranging from small meeting rooms to large outdoor areas capable of hosting 20,000+ attendees. The venue also offers catering services through Bergen Catering partnership for private events like confirmations, corporate parties, and memorials.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Travparken: Event venue and banquet facilities for private events, company parties, confirmations, baptisms, and memorials

Products and services

• Bergen Travpark Racing Track Norway's second-largest harness racing track (travbane) with a 1,000-meter round track, modern spectator facilities, stable area, and grandstand with views over the entire track. Hosts major races including Rappfot Æresløp, Ulsrud Tea Æresløp, and NM for stallansatte. Targeted at racing spectators, horse owners, trainers, and the wider harness racing community.
• Horse Training Facilities Norway's largest horse training facility offering training sessions with scheduled opening hours for two- and four-legged athletes, including pony training on Sundays. Built to serve the wider equestrian community, including amateur and professional participants across the Bergen region.
• Event Venues & Spaces Flexible event spaces suitable for meetings, conferences, fairs, concerts, and public events. Includes four distinct rooms (Travstua 10–100 persons, Restauranten 80–400 persons, Elliotn 10–80 persons, Skjold 10–60 persons) and outdoor areas capable of hosting events with capacity over 20,000 people. Targeted at corporate event organizers, families, and private celebration hosts.
• Horse Box Rental Box rental service for horses including overnight stays during race days and travel-related accommodation. Daily rate 400 NOK, with 500 NOK cleaning fee for unclean boxes. Targeted at horse owners, trainers, and jockeys attending events at the venue.
• Restaurant & Catering Services On-site restaurant services and catering partnerships (with Bergen Catering) for events including confirmations, baptisms, anniversaries, corporate parties, and memorials. Rental prices range from 4,000–6,500 NOK for various event types. Targeted at private event hosts and corporate event organizers across the Bergen region.
• Race Day Events (Løpsdager) Regular racing days featuring V75, V65, and other betting games, with spectator experiences combining top harness racing, food service, and entertainment. Super Saturday events include live music after races. Adult tickets 505 NOK + fee, children 253 NOK + fee. Targeted at racing spectators and the broader Bergen consumer audience.
• Breeding & Recruitment Programs Programs including routine races (rutineløp), Til Start sessions for yearlings and older horses, and pony training sessions for youth development in harness racing. Targeted at horse owners developing young horses, youth participants, and the breeding community.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hosts multiple major races annually including V75 Super Saturdays and prestigious honorary races
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Royal (Royal Transport)minorOthersTransport company partner with logo displayed on partner page
• Vestland ByggminorOthersConstruction company partner with logo displayed on partner page
• Bijak Maskin ASminorOthersMachine company partner with logo displayed on partner page
• AksellminorOthersPartner with logo displayed on partner page
• Eik SenteretminorOthersCenter/retail partner with logo displayed on partner page
• LeknesminorOthersPartner with logo displayed on partner page (Leknes Containerservice)
• ERA (Era Trykk)minorOthersPrinting company partner with logo displayed on partner page
• Byggmester AdnekvamminorOthersMaster builder partner with logo displayed on partner page
• JanmominorOthersPartner with logo displayed on partner page
• Lambach MaskinminorOthersMachine company partner with logo displayed on partner page
• Norsk KjøkkenfornyingminorOthersKitchen renovation company partner with logo displayed on partner page
• UrheimminorOthersPartner with logo displayed on partner page
• BlomenminorOthersPartner with logo displayed on partner page
• Hesteklinikken BergenminorOthersHorse clinic partner with logo displayed on partner page, providing veterinary services for horses at the venue
• Opel (Der dubor)minorOthersAutomobile dealer partner with logo displayed on partner page
• O'Connor's BergenminorOthersRestaurant/bar partner with logo displayed on partner page
• ATG (Aanska Tipsservice)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBetting company providing horse racing betting services at Bergen Travpark events, with logo prominently displayed on partner page
• Bergen CateringcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCatering partner providing first-class food for all occasions at Bergen Travpark venues, working with venue to deliver dining experiences for events

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Axevalla Travbana: Swedish harness racing track near Skara. Comparable travbane on race-meeting operations, V75 betting integration, and training facility model; relevant peer for understanding Swedish travbane economics adjacent to the Norwegian market.
• Momarken Travbane: Norwegian harness racing track south of Oslo. Directly comparable travbane with similar race-day operations, training facilities, ATG-aligned betting, and host of major Norwegian harness racing events — useful peer for benchmarking event calendar and trainer relationships.
• Bjerke Travbane: Norway's largest harness racing track, located in Oslo. Most directly comparable peer: same product (harness racing), same national regulatory environment, same ATG betting partnership model, same race-meeting operations format. The natural head-to-head benchmark for "second largest in Norway."
• Solvalla: Sweden's largest and most prestigious harness racing track, located in Stockholm. The leading Nordic travbane comparable on scale, brand recognition, training facility, multi-purpose venue hosting, and high-capacity event operations — useful benchmark for how a flagship Nordic travbane expands into concerts and conferences.
• Drammen Traverbane: Harness racing track serving the Drammen/eastern Norway region. Operates the same V75/V65 product, ATG betting partnership, and training facility model, making it a structurally identical regional travbane for direct benchmarking.
• Forus Travbane: Harness racing track in Stavanger, Western Norway. Directly comparable as a Norwegian travbane operating V75/V65 race meetings with training facilities, box rentals, and ATG-aligned betting — competes with Bergen Travpark for trainers, horses, and regional sponsorship in the southwest.
• Jägersro: Major Swedish harness racing venue in Malmö. Comparable travbane operating V75-style betting, training facilities, and event hosting in a regional Nordic market similar in scale to Western Norway.

Regional players

• Grieghallen: Major concert and conference venue in Bergen city center. Local overlapping competitor for Bergen-region event hosting (concerts, conferences, corporate events) where Bergen Travpark's 20,000+ capacity venue competes for the same experiential events.

Others

• Rikstoto / Norsk Rikstoto: Norwegian state-licensed horse betting operator under the Norwegian Gaming Authority. Core ecosystem partner linked from Bergen Travpark's own website; comparable to ATG in Sweden and the regulatory distribution channel through which travbaner like Bergen generate betting commissions.
• ATG (AB Trav och Galopp): Swedish horse betting operator that is the structural counterpart to Norway's Rikstoto/ATG arrangement. Not a venue but the central counterparty that Norwegian travbaner depend on for betting revenue economics — relevant ecosystem participant influencing Bergen Travpark's commission/handle model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Bergen.Travpark.no
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bergen-travpark

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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