Some extravagantly lit runways and a variety of ice rinks await you on the Höhenmatte in the centre of Interlaken. Whether you fancy a game of Bavarian curling or a round of mulled wine or punch, ICE MAGIC is a winter experience that has it all.
According to the Communal Council of Interlaken, a revision of the concept and a radical cost reduction is required to ensure the financial viability of the ICE MAGIC in the medium term. There is a lack of financial resources for the realisation of the ICE MAGIC within the known framework. It needs a change - innovation. In this case, innovation can mean an adapted continuation of the event. At the moment, however, the indications are that an alternative innovation will take place.
New ideas and innovative alternatives are being examined. Locals and guests should be able to look forward to an illuminated and lively Interlaken in the coming winter.
A first-class skating experience right in the heart of Interlaken. Bring your own skates or hire a pair at the venue. Put on your skates on in the changing room and place your valuables in a locker and then you're ready to go. Skate from the main ice rink along magically lit runways to various practice rinks.
The ICE MAGIC offers the very best in entertainment for your children. On the children’s and soft hockey ice rink, which is open daily until 15.30h, skating aids are available for first-timers on the ice. Bring a helmet so the children are better protected on the ice. Need to take a breather? Relax and warm up in the Winter Lounge.
Fancy a game of Bavarian curling with your work colleagues or friends? From 16.00h you can reserve one or more lanes for a game of Bavarian curling. Ideally, a team of four players competes against another four in the same lane. The two teams try to slide their stones closer to the target than their opponents. You don’t need any previous experience to play the game. Bavarian curling is fun and encourages team spirit. Why not follow your sporting exertions with an all-you-can-eat raclette, a cheese-topped rösti or a delicious cheese fondue in the Swiss Chalet Restaurant? The cosy wooden chalet exudes conviviality and charm.
The Winter Lounge plays host to a variety of events. Celebrate to the sounds of a DJ. In the lead up to the festive period, Interlaken offers visitors a multifaceted Christmas experience called “Winterzauber”. In December, combine your visit to the ICE MAGIC site with a Christmas shopping trip or a stroll through the Christmas market. Admire the enchanting lights and tasteful decorations on the stalls of the Christmas market and in the windows of the local shops. The big Christmas tree at the entrance to ICE MAGIC creates a Christmas atmosphere all of its own.
Stunningly lit runways
Bavarian curling from 16.00h onwards
Main ice rink, practice rinks and children's/soft hockey rink (until 15.30h)
Winter Lounge with food stands and musical entertainment
Welcoming Swiss Chalet Restaurant
Check the opening hours and enquire about the entertainment programme
Reserve a Bavarian curling lane and a table at the Swiss Chalet Restaurant in advance
Dress warmly, bring your skates or hire a pair at the venue
For their protection, bring a helmet for your children
Bring your guest pass, Coop Supercard, PZI parking ticket or Interlaken local resident’s card with you to secure a discount
Personal tip
“I enjoy the atmosphere as I skate along the beautifully lit runways on a winter evening. When darkness falls, the ICE MAGIC site is bathed in wonderfully colourful lights.”
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