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Touring Helsinki? How about Ice Skating Helsinki!

Touring Helsinki? How about Ice Skating Helsinki!

Embark on a rejuvenating and refreshing journey through the heart of Helsinki, where the crisp embrace of winter transforms the city into a serene wellness haven. While conventional sightseeing may beckon, why not trade in your routine for the soothing rhythm of gliding on ice? In this article, we invite you to immerse yourself in Helsinki’s winter wonder, discovering the therapeutic benefits of ice skating amidst a serene and picturesque setting.

Whether you’re an experienced skater seeking a mindful escape or a novice eager to embrace the tranquil joy of the season, Helsinki’s ice-covered landscapes promise a wellness-focused experience like no other. Lace up your skates and let the calming adventure unfold!

Brahe Sports Field

Touring Helsinki? How about Ice Skating Helsinki!
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Located in the Kallio neighbourhood of Helsinki, the Brahe Sports Field’s artificial ice rink is a well-liked outdoor ice-skating hub that offers playback music, warm juice, and, most importantly, hot chocolate! So, while you grab your much-deserved hot chocolate, sharpen your skates too!

You can also rent skates, helmets, and sticks during the café’s operating hours, so there is no need to fuss if you don’t have the basics for an epic ice skating adventure! Ice skating in Helsinki is not just a better way to see the city; it’s the only way, in my opinion!

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Johanneksenkenttä Artificial Ice Rink

Touring Helsinki? How about Ice Skating Helsinki!
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Welcome to the 11th artificial ice rink at Johanneksenkentta in Ullanlinna. I know, these names are long, right? However, ice skating in Helsinki should embrace all its parts, no matter what they decide to call it!

This public skating park in Helsinki is open for your glide every day between 8:30 and 21:00. It is open as an artificial ice rink until the end of February! Not only is this ice rink super fun, but it’s also energy efficient and, in turn, sustainable. But wait! It gets better; if you want to ice skate here, know that it is entirely free of charge!

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Oulunkylä Sports Park

Touring Helsinki? How about Ice Skating Helsinki!

The Oulunkylä Sports Park was originally the first-ever trotting park in Finland! However, since its birth in 1884, it has become much more than its intended creation.

Like all artificial ice rinks in Helsinki, the rink is free to enjoy! There is a skate-sharpening centre, a little café for warm winter drinks, and an ambience of camaraderie! It’s the perfect introduction to Finland’s vibrant capital; it’s ice skating in Helsinki, baby!

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Käpylä Sports Park

Touring Helsinki? How about Ice Skating Helsinki!
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When Käpylä Sports Park first opened in 1926, it was a horse trotting track. Racing continued there until 1976. In the late 1940s, the infield was converted into a football pitch, and throughout the winter of the 1950s, it hosted popular skate competitions. The sports park now features an ice hockey rink and an artificial ice rink.

Some skating frames are also provided to assist novices and kids in staying upright! Ice skating Helsinki has never been so incredibly accommodating! Being that Käpylä Sports Park is one of 11 free artificial ice rinks, the fact that you can spend an entire winter perfecting this artful craft is enough to make your blood run cold with anticipation!

Wellness Behind Ice Skating Helsinki

Touring Helsinki? How about Ice Skating Helsinki!
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The coolest way to work out is, without a doubt, gliding on the ice. Like all workouts, ice skating benefits your cardiovascular health, joint and muscle performance, weight management, and improved coordination. Not only does ice skating assist in balance enhancement, but it also aids in stress management!

Skating targets areas such as the legs and the glutes through your movements while simultaneously targeting the core as you complete your movements and maintain your balance. It is a great wellness activity in the capital city of Finland!

If you enjoy this article, be sure to read about ice karting: one of the best winter activities in Finland!

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Ice, Ice, Baby!

Touring Helsinki? How about Ice Skating Helsinki!
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The rhythm of your skates, the laughter echoing across frozen ponds, and the breathtaking vistas of this winter wonderland are enough to generate memories that transcend the ordinary. Whether you glide gracefully or stumble with laughter, Helsinki’s ice-skating charm will surely leave an indelible mark on your journey. It’s enough to make you sing Ice, Ice, Baby if you ask me!

Until your next rendezvous with the frosty embrace of the Finnish capital, may the memories of Ice Skating Helsinki linger as a testament to the enchanting allure of winter in this extraordinary city!

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