Melide Ice Skating by Lake Lugano

Looking for something to keep the family and kids busy during the winter season? See wonderful views of the Swiss mountains and Lake Lugano while skating your days away at MelideICE in the canton of Ticino!

The best-known winter event in the region

The highly anticipated Christmas village on the shore of the Swiss lake in Melide is returning this year for its 12th edition. MelideICE offers an outdoor meeting place for families while providing a spot for ice skating fun!

An enormous 525 square metre natural ice rink is the main attraction, but the view certainly doesn’t hurt. The gorgeous Lake Lugano and the surrounding mountains are the perfect backdrop for winter activities at MelideICE. 

A magical ice skating atmosphere

An igloo bar located right next to the ice rink means that you can keep those bellies full and warm with a variety of food and drinks. From bratwurst to crêpes, there is something delicious to satisfy everyone’s taste buds.  

There is also a play area with trampolines and inflatables so the little ones can have fun too! MelideICE truly is a winter event that is fun for the whole family. Entrance to the ice rink is free, you only need to pay for skate rental.

Go ice skating at MelideICE

Get ready to put your skates on and enjoy a magical winter wonderland! For more information about opening times and how to get to the ice rink if you’re driving or using public transport, visit the official MelideICE website.

Melide is just seven minutes by train from Lugano, so why not swing by the Lugano Christmas market while you're in the area?