5 ice-skating rinks in the city

In winter, many Dutch cities offer great temporary ice-skating rinks. These small but pleasant rinks are a great place to skate a few laps and taste that uniquely Dutch gezelligheid, that pleasant and cosy feeling that has no foreign equivalent. Discover fun on the ice in Holland!

• Discover the best ice-skating rinks in Holland.
• Ice skates can be rented everywhere.
• Warm up with a bowl of real Dutch pea soup afterwards!

We selected the best ice-skating rinks for you:

1. Museumplein Amsterdam

Ice skating on a beautiful square surrounded by the Rijksmuseum, the Concertgebouw and the Van Gogh Museum. You can rent ice skates and even take a skating lesson if you like. Afterwards, enjoy a cup of hot cocoa on the pleasant terrace.

2. Leidseplein Amsterdam

From mid-November to mid-January, the Leidseplein is transformed into a winter wonderland with a sweet little ice-skating rink. Enjoy lights in the trees, snow, and many Christmas stalls serving delicious winter snacks.

3. Schaatsbaan Delft

A great little ice-skating rink is set up in the old town centre of Delft every winter. Open from early December to mid-January for loads of fun with friends and family.

4. Vrijthof Maastricht

The beautiful winter landscape on the well-known Vrijthof square in Maastricht includes a great ice-skating rink every winter. You can rent ice skates and warm up afterwards with a drink and a snack.

5. De Markt in Eindhoven

The Eindhoven Markt also boasts a great ice-skating rink every winter. The square is transformed into a winter landscape – and in the city of light, Eindhoven, they go about these matters in a very big way!

Tip: Every ice-skating rink offers ice skates for rent. Some rinks charge an entrance fee, usually a small amount.

Dutch food

After ice-skating, the Dutch traditionally enjoy a cup of hot cocoa, a plate of poffertjes (mini pancakes with butter and powdered sugar) or a mug of thick Dutch pea soup. These typically Dutch treats are served near every ice-skating rink and are the perfect way to complement your fun on the ice!

Frequently Asked Questions

When can you ice skate in Holland?

Skating on natural ice is only possible in winter, as long as it has frozen for a number of days. Ice skating on an artificial ice rink is possible in several cities during winter.

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