1978 World Orienteering Championships
| Host city | Kongsberg | 
|---|---|
| Country | Norway | 
| Events | 4 | 
The 1978 World Orienteering Championships, the 7th World Orienteering Championships, were held in Kongsberg, Norway, 15–17 September 1978.
The championships had four events; individual contests for men and women, and relays for men and women.