Christmas in Paris means illuminated streets, animated shop windows, enchanted strolls and... ice rinks! During the festive season, the whole of the Paris region unveils a fairytale atmosphere, full of regressive activities for families, lovers and friends. And while we're all enjoying this wintry atmosphere, ephemeral ice rinks are springing up all over Paris and the Ile-de-France region, to the delight of winter sports enthusiasts and adventurers in search of unusual experiences.
Young and old come together to enjoy this winter sport. Whether in permanent ice rinks, or ephemeral installations in unusual locations such as Christmas markets, rooftops and other unusual spots, ice skating is definitely on trend during the festive season and school vacations. The most talented skaters show off their skills, while brave novices struggle with balance, sometimes resulting in memorable falls.
To help you find the best skating spots in the capital, we take a look at the ice rinks that await you in Paris and the Île-de-France region this Christmas 2023. By the way, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries. Be sure to check this page regularly for more news.
The Pailleron skating rink, for skating all year round
The Pailleron skating rink lets you glide on the ice all year round. It occupies the ice area of the Pailleron sports center in Paris's 19th arrondissement. The rink regularly organizes theme evenings, so stay tuned! [Read more]
February vacations 2024: an ephemeral ice rink set up in the 13th arrondissement, until March 3
This year, if you can't get away to the mountains to hit the ski slopes or do your best sledding, you can still enjoy the ephemeral ice rink set up on the quays of the Seine, in the 13th arrondissement until March 3, 2024! [Read more]
The huge ice rink at UCPA Sport Station, Meudon (92)
Near Meudon, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, the UCPA Sport Station sports center offers squash, tennis, fitness sessions... But also ice skating, on its huge rink. [Read more]
Les Courtilles Olympic skating rink, Asnières-sur-Seine (92)
In the Courtilles district of Asnières-sur-Seine, you'll find the largest skating rink in the Hauts-de-Seine: the city's Olympic rink, where you can train and have fun on the ice for hours on end. [Read more]
Thierry Monier skating rink, Courbevoie (92)
Located in the Charras shopping center, not far from the Esplanade de la Défense, Courbevoie's ice rink offers great sliding sessions for all ages. [Read more]
The Boulogne-Billancourt (92) Olympic skating rink, for a skating session just outside Paris
Just a stone's throw from the Marcel Sembat metro station (line 9 towards Pont de Sèvres), the Boulogne-Billancourt skating rink is located in the Parc des Glacières. With its family-friendly, sporting and festive program, it's the place to be for ice skating in Boulogne: [Read more]
Christmas 2023: winter village, ice rink and gourmet chalets at the 3 Fontaines shopping center
From November 25, 2023 to January 7, 2024, the 3 Fontaines shopping center in Cergy (95) is offering a Christmas program featuring the inauguration of its winter village, where young and old alike will discover a host of free events open to all. [Read more]
Christmas 2023 in Enghien-les-Bains: monumental projections, solidarity market... our photos
Christmas is coming to Enghien-les-Bains in the Val-d'Oise, with a host of events to discover from November 27, 2023 to January 7, 2024. Animated Christmas bubbles, monumental projections, solidarity Christmas market, mountain village and skating rink... here's the program imagined by the town for these end-of-year festivities! [Read more]
Aren'Ice, Cergy-Pontoise's Olympic rink for learning to skate
In Cergy, on avenue de la Plaine des Sports, you'll find one of the largest skating rinks in the département. With its gigantic winter sports complex, it's the perfect place for a skating outing with friends, a couple or the whole family. [Read more]
Christmas 2023: entertainment, ecological ice rink and Santa's house at One Nation Outlet (78)
The One Nation Outlet shopping center in the Yvelines is unveiling its Christmas activities, with a fun Christmas market, an ecological skating rink and a little train to discover the wonderful world of elves! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: light parades, Christmas market, Ferris wheel and ice rink in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés
In Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, in the Val-de-Marne département, it's time for year-end festivities in December 2023. So don't worry: the town has put together a great program of activities and entertainment for the whole family! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: skating rink, Christmas market and Santa Claus parade in Montmorency
In the Val d'Oise, the charming town of Montmorency awaits you for a wonderful holiday season, where you and your family can meet Santa Claus and enjoy a host of fun activities! [Read more]
The natural ice rink in Provins (77), for the festive season
From December 8, 2023 to January 7, 2024, the medieval town of Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne region, is pulling out all the stops with the return of its huge natural ice rink for a month. [Read more]
Christmas 2023 in Vincennes: Christmas market, skating rink, horse-drawn carriage, concerts and magical shows
Vincennes celebrates Christmas from December 8, 2023 to January 7, 2024! On the program? The traditional Christmas Market and its unique gift ideas, an ice rink to show off your best tricks, horse-drawn carriage rides and enchanted parades, and even the famous Christmas carols. [Read more]
The ice rink at the Rambouillet Christmas market, for skating under the illuminations
For the festive season, the town of Rambouillet is organizing its big Christmas market, complete with ice rink, to keep the party going and have fun during this magical time of year. [Read more]
Christmas 2023 in Argenteuil (95): lights, fireworks, Christmas market and ice rink!
The magic of the holidays lights up Argenteuil from December 9, 2023, with the launch of the illuminations, punctuated by a marvellous fireworks display. Then, from December 10, 2023 to January 7, 2024, the Parc des Berges will be transformed into an enchanted winter sports resort, and on the weekend of December 16 and 17, the Marché de Noël in the Hôtel de Ville park will unveil handcrafted creations and gourmet delights. A magical program for a wonderful festive season in Argenteuil! [Read more]
Ski slopes, skating rink, fireworks and craft market at Châtenay-Malabry Christmas Village
From December 13 to 17, 2023, the town of Châtenay-Malabry reopens its Christmas village to offer a host of activities for the festive season. Winter sports, gourmet markets and magical entertainment: the program promises to be magical! [Read more]
Ice rink and giant toboggan run at the Saint-Denis Christmas market, in front of the basilica
For the festive season, what could be better than a trip to the Christmas market? Between mulled wine and chocolate, waffles and other comforting treats, you'll be able to put on your skates on the ice rink set up especially for the occasion! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: Christmas market, indoor skating rink and family entertainment in Trappes
Come and discover the Féeries de Noël, a Christmas market, an indoor skating rink and lots of entertainment for the whole family! [Read more]
Christmas 2023: discover the free ice rink in Palaiseau (91)
For the festive season, the town of Palaiseau, in Essonne, France, is organizing some great festivities: illuminations, video mapping, Christmas market... With a large, free ice rink open to all, from December 16, 2023 to January 7, 2024. [Read more]
Antony sur glace: the ephemeral ice rink returns for Christmas in Antony (92)
To mark the festive season, the town of Antony in the Hauts-de-Seine department is reopening its temporary ice rink for the duration of the Christmas vacations. [Read more]
Christmas vacations at Parc Astérix 2023-2024: light trail, ice rink, rides and shows
Parc Astérix is once again celebrating the magic of Christmas during the 2023 Christmas vacations. From December 23, 2023 to January 7, 2024, you're invited to discover the festive activities of the Gaulish Christmas at the theme park. Ice rink, sledges, trail of lights, hidden tavern and enchanting shows await you... [Read more]
Christmas 2023 in the Yvelines: Sartrouville's ephemeral ice rink is back for the festive season!
The Christmas skating rink in Sartrouville (78) returns to the Place de la Gare from December 23, 2023 to January 7, 2024! The magic begins on December 23 with the opening of the town's Christmas village, the arrival of Santa Claus and the inauguration of the ephemeral ice rink. All this, plus free hot chocolate and a merry parade in an enchanted winter setting. Are you ready for a magical Christmas in Sartrouville? [Read more]
