The 1959–60

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was the 16th completed season of top division

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Overview

It was contested by 16 teams, and

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won the championship, their eighth league title. This was the first season a bronze medal was awarded.

Teams and locations

:''Note: Table lists in alphabetical order.''

League tables

Group A

Group B

Results

Group A

Group B

Championship final

6–2

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Bronze final

* Eik 4–2 Vålerengen

References

Norway - List of final tables (RSSSF)
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