Ice Rinks in Neukölln and Lankwitz Welcome Skaters for the Winter Season
Skating enthusiasts in Berlin can look forward to the reopening of popular ice rinks as the winter season begins. Despite the autumn foliage still visible in the city, ice rinks in Neukölln and Lankwitz are now open to the public, offering a range of activities for visitors of all ages.
The newly renovated ice stadium in Neukölln, located within the Werner-Seelenbinder-Sportpark, commenced its regular operations shortly after a complimentary trial session for the public. The venue will be available for skating until mid-March, operating Monday to Saturday from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM, with reduced hours on Sundays and public holidays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Special sessions for seniors are held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, running concurrently with general public skating.
Meanwhile, the Lankwitz ice rink offers a spacious 1,800-square-meter surface for skating, figure skating, and hockey. Visitors can also enjoy refreshments such as fries and mulled wine at the facility. Opening hours vary throughout the week, with Friday sessions from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Sunday from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
The Erika-Heß ice stadium, known for its outdoor rink, remains partially closed due to ongoing maintenance. While the indoor section has been open since late October--mainly used by local hockey clubs--the popular outdoor skating area is slated to reopen between mid and late December, following extensive structural assessments and renovations. Recent work on the stadium's infrastructure was completed within budget, with a final cost of EUR1.8 million, slightly below initial projections.
Additional rinks across Berlin are scheduled to open later in the season. On November 14, the skating area at Strandbad Grünau will become accessible, offering a new destination for recreational skaters. The ice rink in Seebad Friedrichshagen, covering 600 square meters, is planned to open on November 29. On the same day, the Napoleon Complex on the RAW-Gelände in Friedrichshain will launch a 1,000-square-meter indoor rink, further expanding the city's winter sports offerings.
These facilities are expected to attract both amateur and experienced skaters, providing a safe and enjoyable environment for winter recreation. Berlin's ice rinks are well-equipped to accommodate a variety of winter activities, making them popular destinations as the colder months approach. With the phased reopening of venues and ongoing improvements, the city continues to support recreational sports and community engagement throughout the winter season.