EisSalon Ruhr
Visitors can skate across an expansive indoor ice arena set against the historic industrial backdrop of the Jahrhunderthalle. Alongside recreational ice skating, guests can compete in Eisstockschießen (ice stock sport) on dedicated lanes. A cozy gastronomy area provides hot drinks, mulled wine, sweet snacks, and regional dishes to warm up after time on the ice.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Tickets from €8.50.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
The event's gastronomy serves hot and cold drinks and food, sweet snacks, and mulled wine; small snacks and drinks in small bottles may also be brought.
Parking
Parken ist im Parkhaus Westpark/Jahrhunderthalle möglich. Es gibt 339 Stellplätze, darunter 5 Behindertenparkplätze und 2 Ladestationen für Elektrofahrzeuge. Das Parkhaus ist durchgehend geöffnet; dort kann ausschließlich bargeldlos bezahlt werden.
Accessibility
Wheelchair users can go onto the ice using specialized ice-glider platforms with assistance from the on-site team.
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Tips & Advice
- Bring your own skates if you have them; rental sizes may temporarily sell out when demand is high.
- Bring a helmet if you want to wear one, as helmets are allowed but none are provided for hire.
- Arrive with small snacks or drinks in small bottles if you want to bring refreshments; larger quantities and party food are not allowed.
- Use the Westpark/Jahrhunderthalle car park if driving, and be ready to pay cashlessly there.
- Register school classes in advance for a session, as advance registration is required.
Special Events & Promotions
- Reduced admission is available for children up to and including age 9, students, university students and people with disabilities; proof may be required.
- Family tickets are available, with an additional-child option.
- Multi-visit cards are available, including cards with extra free admissions.
- School classes can book special weekday skating sessions, including sessions on January 7 and 8 by advance registration only.
- School-class admission is discounted, optional skate rental is available, and up to four accompanying adults per class enter free.
Links & Contact
Run by Bochumer Veranstaltungs-GmbH
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ice rink suitable for beginners and children?
The rink is described as suitable for beginners and experienced skaters, and visitors of all ages. Penguin and elf skating aids are available, but demand can exceed supply.
Can I bring my own skates or helmet?
You may bring your own skates. Helmets are not required, but you may bring and wear your own; helmets and protective pads are not provided for hire.
Can wheelchair users go onto the ice?
Yes. Special equipment such as ice gliders can let wheelchair users skate, with staff available to assist with getting onto the ice.
What food and drink can I get, and may I bring snacks?
The dining area serves hot and cold drinks, warm and cold dishes, sweet snacks and mulled wine. Small snacks and drinks in small bottles are allowed, but larger amounts and food for celebrations are not.
Where can I park, and how do I pay?
The Westpark/Jahrhunderthalle car park has 339 spaces, including five accessible spaces and two electric-vehicle charging points. It is open around the clock and accepts cashless payment only.
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