This winter, strap on your skates, spin and spend a few hours on the ice with family and friends. Whether it's a year-round rink or one set up especially for the holiday season, you're sure to have a great time.

We present you our selection of the best ice rinks in France, ready to slide?

The AccorHotels Arena ice rink

Located in Paris, La patinoire de l'AccorHotels Arena welcomes you from September to the end of May. With a surface area of 1,500 m² and seating for 400 in the stands, it is ideal for those who love sliding sports:

  • Figure skating
  • Ice hockey
  • Skeleton
  • Curling

But also young and old who just want to have fun for an afternoon on the ice.

Jean-Regis ice rink, Annecy

ice skating with friends

You know our love for Annecy? We have actually written an article specially dedicated to the charming town of Annecy.

Take advantage of your stay in Annecy and discover the ice rink. It offers public sessions, themed evenings during school holidays and even a bar restaurant to quench your thirst after skating.

Le palais Omnisport, Marseille

A must-see venue for ice sports in Marseille where you can find an Olympic ice rink of 1,800 m² and a fun ice rink of 1,250 m². Thus, experienced skaters and beginners each have their own rink. Whether you're a solo skater or a duo, with family or friends, there's sure to be an activity for you. Try ice karting and become the king or queen of drifting.

Also have a look what to do on a weekend in Marseille.

Ice rink at the Tuileries, Paris

ice skating rink in paris

From 19 November 2022 to 08 January 2023, the Christmas ice rink in the Jardin des Tuileries opens its doors. Located in Paris 1st, place de la Concorde, you will find a space for children and one for teenagers-adults.

Take the opportunity to visit the Christmas market, which is right next to the ice rink with rides for children.