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When winter arrives in Hanover, many people are drawn to the city's ice rinks. The rinks are not only used for training, but also for laughing, trying new things and spending time together – a piece of winter culture that brings the city to life in its own unique way.
The atmosphere in Hanover's ice rinks is characterised by clear air, rhythmic gliding and the typical scraping of blades on the ice. Between light effects, music and family activities, a place is created where sport and leisure come together. Here, children learn their first steps on the ice, teenagers skate laps with friends, and those who are simply looking for exercise find it in an environment that conveys both energy and lightness.
Ice rinks in Hanover and the surrounding area
Ice rink at Pferdeturm
The Ice rink at Pferdeturm in Hannover-Kleefeld is one of the most traditional ice sports venues in the region. In addition to the league operations of the ice hockey club Hanover Indians The rink offers regular public skating times during the season from September to March. Adults pay around €5.00 for a skating session, skates can be hired for €5.00 and helmets are available for €2.50. The facility combines sporting use with a functional infrastructure and is suitable for both recreational sports and attending games or events.
Mellendorf Ice Rink (ARS Arena)
The Mellendorf Ice Rink, officially ARS Arena, is located around 20 kilometres north of Hanover and is the home ground of Hanover Scorpions. In addition to club training, there is a wide range of public skating opportunities with daily skating times. The rink has a skate hire service, skating aids for children and additional protective equipment. Ice discos and special events are held regularly, rounding off the leisure programme. Thanks to its good transport links and wide range of facilities, Mellendorf is one of the most important ice sports locations in the Hanover region.
Lauenau ice rink
The Lauenau ice rink is located west of the Hanover region and is open during the winter season from the beginning of November to the end of February. Classic skating sessions, ice discos, curling and children's birthday parties take place on an ice rink measuring around 900 square metres. Skate hire offers sizes from 27 to 50, and the fee is around £3.00. The rink is geared towards families and leisure groups and is a quiet, easily accessible addition to the ice sports facilities in the state capital.