Leisure

Ice Skating

Where to Go Ice Skating in Berlin: Top Spots for Winter Fun Ice skating in Berlin combines adventure, winter magic, and vibrant settings. It is noticeable especially at the many popular Christmas markets where several of these rinks are set up. With beautiful decorations and lively holiday atmospheres, these markets add to the enchantment of ice skating in Berlin. These skating rinks brim with fun, surprises, and unique experiences. Some of the best rinks in Berlin draw crowds with their festive setups. Others remain hidden gems, perfect for a quieter glide. Berlin’s ice skating venues welcome you with open arms—and open ice! Among our recommended spots, you’ll encounter many delightful surprises. Numerous rinks showcase magical fairy-tale performances on ice, creating a truly enchanting experience for skaters and spectators alike. Some rinks include special areas for other winter sports, like curling—a fun and competitive game for all ages that adds an extra layer of excitement to your day on the ice. For a unique twist, certain Berlin venues even feature an ice casino, where you can enjoy games and entertainment surrounded by the wintery charm of the rink. Beyond skating itself, many rinks serve delicious snacks and hot drinks to keep you warm, adding to the festive spirit and making your experience much more than just a visit to the ice. From traditional German treats to warm beverages, these refreshments complete your day at the rink.

Place 1

Winter world Grünau

Strandbad Grünau

Ice skating is a tradition in winter, which is why Strandbad Grünau offers the ice rink in Berlin with a fairytale atmosphere.

Place 2

Ice Rink at Seebad Friedrichshagen

Friedrichshagen

The seaside resort Seebad Friedrichshagen at Müggelsee is known to be one of Berlin's most relaxing bathing beaches. From November to March the location excites with an ice rink.

Place 3

Strandbad Wendenschloss

Köpenick

The illuminated ice rink at the Wendeschloss lido in Berlin-Köpenick promises ice skating as a winter experience with a Christmas market.

Place 4

Horst Dohm Ice Pavilion Wilmersdorf

Wilmersdorf

The Horst Dohm ice pavilion has the biggest ice surface with 6000 square metres in Berlin and is open for ice skating from 5th of October 2019 until 23th of February 2020.

Place 5

Ice Rink Rübezahl

Müggelheim's ice rink Rübezahl unites ice skating and gastronomy from 9th of November 2019 until March 2020.

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Ice Pavilion Charlottenburg

Charlottenburg

The Ice Pavilion Charlottenburg is the youngest of all Berlin ice rinks. This year's season will last until March 20th.

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Erika-Heß-Ice Pavilion Wedding

Wedding

The Erika-Heß-Ice Pavilion Wedding scores with its family-friendly atmosphere and an enchanting fairy tale on ice for kids and their parents. The venue is open in the current season until the 22nd March 2020.

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Ice Rink at Sportforum Hohenschönhausen

Hohenschönhausen

The ice rink of Sportforum Hohenschönhausen is intersting to both hobby and professional ice skaters. World class athletes like Claudia Pechstein have trained here. The season starts on 22nd of November 2019 and ends in March 2020.

Place 9

Ice Rink Winter World on Potsdamer Platz

Tiergarten

Skating for free and curling - all this and more can be enjoyed at the Winter World on Potsdamer Platz from November 1st 2019 until January 5th 2020.

Place 10

Ice Rink Neukölln

Neukölln

Ice skating at the ice rink Neukölln is a popular activity during christmas time for many Berlin locals.