Littoral Ice Rinks
On the shores of Lake Neuchâtel, the Patinoires du Littoral welcome you and your family for public skating sessions starting in the fall. Two covered rinks, skates available for rent on-site: everything is ready for a successful ice outing.
The Experience
Just steps from the lake and the Stade de la Maladière, the Patinoires du Littoral are the ice meeting point of the Neuchâtel region during the cold season. The site features two covered rinks, connected by an ice corridor, and a curling hall. During public skating sessions, families can put on their skates and glide peacefully, sheltered from the weather.
What to Do On-Site?
Public skating sessions are the heart of the offering for families. People come to take their first steps on the ice, improve, or simply enjoy a good time together. If you don't have equipment, skate rentals are available directly on-site. A skate sharpening service and lockers for rent complete the facilities.
For What Age?
Public skating is suitable for the whole family. The youngest often start by holding a parent's hand or using a glide aid; the older ones quickly gain confidence. Entry is free for children under 6 years old (upon presentation of proof).
Practical Information
- Address: Quai Robert-Comtesse 4, 2000 Neuchâtel
- Ages: for the whole family; free for under 6 years old
- Rates: adult 6.50 CHF; child (from 6 years), student, apprentice, AVS/AI 4 CHF; under 6 years free; skate rental 6 CHF; sharpening 7 CHF per pair.
- Hours: to be checked on the official website (public skating slots vary by day and season).
- What to Bring: warm gloves (often mandatory for beginners), warm clothing, high socks; a helmet is recommended for children.
How to Get There
The rinks are located a few meters from the lake and the Stade de la Maladière. By public transport, the Maladière bus stop (TransN) is about a 2-minute walk away. From the CFF train station in Neuchâtel, it takes about 15 minutes on foot. A paid parking lot is available at the Stade de la Maladière, just a 2-minute walk away.
Good to Know
The ice season generally runs from autumn to mid-March, but the exact opening periods and public skating slots change from year to year. It is advisable to check the schedule online just before your visit. Residents of member municipalities (Neuchâtel, Milvignes, La Tène) benefit from preferential rates on subscriptions.
Frequently asked questions
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How much does entry for public skating cost?
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What are the public skating hours?
Michael @ Kidora
Kid Adventure Planner
Location
Neuchâtel
Neuchâtel
Quai Robert-Comtesse 4, 2000 Neuchâtel
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