5 ice-skating rinks in the city
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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!
Watch this video: Tradition
Dutch traditions include things such as Volendam traditional costume and windmills.
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