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.

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Winterworld Grünau

Place 1: Winterworld Grünau

Strandbad Grünau

5.0

The Winterworld Grünau ice rink offers 1,000 m² of real-ice skating fun at the Berlin lido. With rustic alpine huts and events like ice skate disco, it is a popular meeting point for families and friends.

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Eisbahn im Winterquartier

Place 2: Eisbahn im Winterquartier

4.8

On 1,000 m² of real ice, Winterquartier Berlin offers pure ice-skating fun, weather-independent and centrally located at Ostbahnhof. From free skating to ice disco and family offers, visitors can expect a winter highlight right in the heart of Friedrichshain.

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Eisbahn Lankwitz

Place 3: Eisbahn Lankwitz

4.7

For almost 30 years, Lankwitz Ice Rink has offered fun and action on 1800 square meters of ice. This family-friendly ice rink is not only a popular place for ice skating but also a meeting point for figure skating and ice hockey.

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Ice Rink at Seebad Friedrichshagen

Place 4: Ice Rink at Seebad Friedrichshagen

Friedrichshagen

4.7

The Ice rink at Strandbad Friedrichshagen in the seaside resort offers a 600 m² ice rink for skaters from November 29, 2025, to January 31, 2026. Visitors can practice their skills here and enjoy the beautiful view of Lake Müggelsee.

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Horst Dohm Ice Stadium Wilmersdorf

Place 5: Horst Dohm Ice Stadium Wilmersdorf

4.5

The Horst Dohm Ice Rink in Wilmersdorf is Berlin's largest ice rink, covering an area of 6,170 square meters. From November 1, beginners and professionals alike can enjoy an Olympic-style atmosphere here.

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Eisbahn Rübezahl

Place 6: Eisbahn Rübezahl

4.5

Ice skating and gastronomy are combined at the Rübezahl ice rink in Müggelheim, which opens from November 15, 2025.

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Eissporthalle Charlottenburg

Place 7: Eissporthalle Charlottenburg

4.5

The Charlottenburg Ice Rink will be open from October 2025 and is one of Berlin's most modern and flexible ice rinks. Two large, covered ice surfaces invite you to ice skate all year round, while a snack bar, skate rental, and comfortable stands make your stay pleasant.

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Erika-Heß-Eisstadion Wedding

Place 8: Erika-Heß-Eisstadion Wedding

4.4

The Erika-Heß-Eisstadion in Berlin's Wedding district offers a covered ice rink and an open-air track. It is Berlin's third-largest ice sports arena and home to the Berlin ice hockey club FASS Berlin. This family-friendly venue invites visitors to a variety of ice sports activities.

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Wellblechpalast

Place 9: Wellblechpalast

Hohenschönhausen

4.4

The Wellblechpalast in Berlin Lichtenberg was built in 1963 and is officially an ice hockey arena.

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Eisschnelllaufhalle im Sportforum Berlin

Place 10: Eisschnelllaufhalle im Sportforum Berlin

4.4

The speed skating rink at the Sportforum Berlin in Hohenschönhausen offers a comprehensive platform for ice sports enthusiasts. It is one of the fastest lowland tracks in the world and provides attractive opportunities for both recreational and professional ice skaters.

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