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Kunsteisbahn Bundesplatz

Visitors can skate on an open-air ice rink situated in the heart of Bern. An adjacent chalet restaurant provides dining and cozy indoor seating, alongside weekend live music and entertainment. Ice skates, ice aids, and helmets are available to rent directly at the rink.

Dec 12, 2026 – Feb 13, 2027

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Admission is free. Skate rental is available on site.

Hours

Daily 11:00–22:00; season opening December 12, 2026 at 17.00.

Food & Drink

The chalet serves culinary specialties and hosts scheduled Sunday brunches with sweet and savory dishes.

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible ice gliders are available on site.

Location

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Bundesplatz · Bundesplatz, 3011 Bern, Bern Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and casual skaters

Vibe

Active and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • If you need skates, rent them on site; children ages 5–15 pay CHF 7 plus a CHF 20 deposit, and adults pay CHF 10 plus a deposit.
  • Helmets and Rutscherli are available to rent too, each for CHF 5 or CHF 7 respectively, plus a CHF 20 deposit.
  • Reserve a chalet table online if you plan to eat there, as the venue provides a reservation option.
  • Wheelchair users can use the accessible ice gliders provided through the Cerebral Foundation.
  • Dress warmly for skating outdoors, and check lost-property inquiries at the skate-rental station during its operating hours.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Admission to the rink is free.
  • Skates, skating aids, and helmets are available to rent separately.
  • The whole restaurant can be rented exclusively on Mondays and Tuesdays.
  • The season-opening event takes place on December 12.
  • The season-closing event takes place on February 13.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the rink suitable for children and beginners?

The rink is open to people of all ages. Ice aids are available to rent, and the rink asks skaters to be considerate, especially around children and beginners.

Can I rent skates or safety equipment at the rink?

Skates, ice aids and helmets are available to rent on site. The renter is responsible for returning borrowed skates properly.

Is there food or indoor seating?

The adjacent chalet offers culinary options and about 200 seats. Table reservations are available.

What else happens during the season?

The calendar includes weekend concerts, brunches, an under-nine hockey tournament and other listed events. The rink also hosts skating afternoons with SCB players.

Can wheelchair users skate?

Wheelchair-accessible ice gliders are available through the rink, provided by the Cerebral Foundation.

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