Ice skating in Tirol

In Tirol, there are various options for ice skating: on officially approved natural ice rinks on lakes, at open-air ice rinks and in indoor ice rinks. Special ice-skating events also offer further opportunities to enjoy this winter sport on the ice.

Yes, it is possible to skate on natural ice on selected lakes in Tirol. This is subject to the ice being sufficiently thick and officially approved. You should check with the relevant local authority in advance to find out which lakes have been approved. Here you will find a list of lakes where ice skating is generally possible in Tirol. 

Yes, in Tirol you can hire ice skates at many outdoor and indoor ice rinks. As offers vary depending on the location, it is advisable to check online or by telephone before you visit.

Whether a lake in Tirol is open for ice skating depends largely on the current weather conditions, the measured ice thickness (usually from around 10 to 15 cm) and official authorisation from the relevant local authority, the operator or the ice-skating club.

 Curling is available in many regions of Tirol. 

Yes, Tirol has plenty of open-air ice rinks. There, you can enjoy a leisurely skate, play ice hockey or try your hand at curling. Many venues also offer ice skate hire and skating aids for beginners.

Indoor ice rinks and covered ice rinks allow people to skate regardless of the weather and outside temperatures. These include, for example, the Olympiaworld Innsbruck ice rink, the Telfs ice rink and the Kufstein Ice Arena.

In Tirol, special ice-skating events are also held on designated ice-skating trails. These complement the offers available on lakes, at Classic ice-skating rinks and in indoor ice rinks. See the events.