Mulled wine, bratwurst, roasted almonds and all kinds of other delicacies – that’s what we like to enjoy at the Christmas markets in winter. But a little exercise is also needed to balance it all out. Curling and ice skating are the perfect sports for the festive season. And in Berlin, of course, there are plenty of options to choose from – from real ice rinks where you can compete against each other in curling to illuminated fairytale forests on a 400 m² ice rink. These options are definitely not bad ideas…
…but what if we told you that the capital is home to the second largest ice rink in Europe?
The ice rink at the Center am Potsdamer Platz (formerly Sony Center) offers the perfect winter vibes for ice skating: 600 m² of space, a light-flooded glass/tent roof and the ideal combination of outdoor feeling and weather-protected comfort. Here you can relax and do your laps – no matter what’s happening outside.
If you don’t have skates at home or don’t want to lug them with you, you can hire some conveniently on site. There are also services such as sharpening your own blades – ideal for beginners and occasional skaters. And best of all, it’s real ice where you can enjoy maximum fun. The ice surface offers smooth conditions and almost as good training opportunities as the Wilmersdorf ice rink. Another practical feature is that if you have already booked tickets and the weather is too warm for the rink to open, you will simply be rebooked for another day. Culinary delights are of course also available – from the surrounding Christmas stalls and the KERB Berlin Food Hall to Lindenbräu, Monte Mente and Frederick’s.
Skating on the ice rink at Potsdamer Platz is perfect for families, school classes, company outings or spontaneous winter moments in the heart of the city. You can book individual tickets, group tickets for up to ten people or a family ticket. Take a look at the various ticket options on the official website of the ice rink and secure your ticket for the next great winter experience in Berlin!