Christmas markets are opening soon, so what better time to start planning your visits?
We've rounded up some of the Christmas markets in and around Luxembourg that feature an ice rink, allowing you to enjoy a spot of ice skating with family and friends, whether you're taking to the ice yourself or simply watching from the sidelines. Because let's admit it: gliding across the ice is all part of the winter and Christmas magic.
Luxembourg City's Christmas celebrations will once again feature a beautifully decorated ice rink at Kinnekswiss park, in the city centre opposite the Glacis car park.
This year's Wanterpark opens on Friday 20 November 2026. To mark the occasion, a special ice skating show will take place on the same day from 6.00pm to 6.50pm.
Visitors can also enjoy food and drink stalls at the site, as well as evenings featuring DJ sets.
Find all the details here: Wanterpark | Ville de Luxembourg
Arlon will also have its own festive ice rink at Place Léopold, where various events will take place throughout the Christmas market season.
The rink will be open from 27 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
For the latest events and announcements, visit the organisers' Facebook page or website: Arlon on Ice – Patinoire à Arlon
Known as the smallest city in the world, Durbuy is famous for its charming and magical Christmas market, and visitors can also enjoy an ice skating rink.
The best way to experience the town is to start by strolling through its streets, taking in the Christmas lights, beautiful decorations, and unique atmosphere before heading to the rink for a spot of skating.
Find more information here: Durbuy Christmas market | VISITWallonia.be
Trier, Germany's oldest city, is home to one of the country's most beautiful Christmas markets, which is also considered one of the loveliest in Europe.
And, of course, no festive celebration would be complete without an ice rink. Located in the pedestrian zone, the Ice Arena promises plenty of fun for younger and older visitors alike.
The skating season runs from 18 November 2026 to 31 January 2027, giving visitors plenty of time to enjoy the ice.
Find all the details here: Winterland Trier
Saarbrücken's Christkindl-Markt will also feature an ice rink, located on Bahnhofstrasse.
Visitors can enjoy the skating facilities from 16 November to 23 December 2026.
Find all the information here: Saarbrücker Christkindl-Markt
One of the most picturesque towns along the German Moselle, Traben-Trarbach is particularly charming at this time of year. Famous for its underground Christmas market, the town also offers an ice skating rink.
Located near the old railway station, the rink will be open from 20 November 2026 to 2 January 2027.
After a skating session, visitors can explore the town's festive atmosphere, enjoy its restaurants, or discover the famous underground Christmas market.
Find all the details here: Mosel Wein Nachts Markt – Traben-Trarbach
For the first time, Metz's Christmas market will feature an ice skating attraction!
Called the Chemin de Glace, the installation will take the form of an ice skating path at Place de la République.
It will be open from 20 November to 30 December 2026.
Find more information here: Metz Christmas markets
Remich's Christmas market will also feature an ice rink, giving visitors another opportunity to enjoy some festive skating in Luxembourg.
The rink will be open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Find all the information here: Christmas market – Ville de Remich
As in previous years, the popular Mamer Christmas market will welcome visitors back to its ice rink.
The rink is scheduled to open on 28 November 2026 and remain in place until 4 January 2027.
Find all the information here: Winter Moments – Mamer
