Every Christmas and New Year’s Eve, Paris is always shrouded in a romantic festive atmosphere. This year, the Grand Palace ice rink in Paris has made a gorgeous return after five years of renovation, creating a fantasy world full of art and winter atmosphere for tourists and citizens.
You should know about the Grand Palace in Paris
The Grand Palais of Paris was built in 1900 and was once a representative building of the Paris World's Fair and is famous for its magnificent structure that combines neoclassical and Art Nouveau styles. The 45-meter-high fiberglass roof looks like a transparent winter castle, and the skating rink is located in the center of its most famous nave (Nef). Sliding on this nearly 3,000 square meters of ice surface, feeling the thickness of history and the agility of modern art, as if passing through the trajectory of time and art. This landmark that combines history and creativity not only provides ice skating fun, but also combines lighting, music and food to make people enter a fairytale winter night in one second.
Experience the dual charm of day and night
Every time the skating rink is full of surprises. During the day, the sun shines on the ice through the glass roof, creating a dreamy scene; at night, as the mirror ball rotates and the DJ sings live, the entire space transforms into a winter stage where music and lights intertwines. This is not just ice skating, it is more like a grand party that transcends reality and dreams. In addition, a special piece of art is placed in the center of the skating rink every year, which becomes the highlight of sliding. The surrounding hot chocolate aroma and muffin stalls add warmth to the cold winter nights.
All-age friendly skating experience
The Grand Palace Ice Rink is not only a winter paradise for adults, but is as friendly to families and children. There are “Heure des enfants” for specific periods of daily life. The number of people in the skating rink will be moderately controlled, and children's assisted skating tools and protective gear are provided so that children can also enjoy the fun of skating safely. In addition, there is an exclusive children's area in the venue and there are dedicated people to take care of them so that parents don't need to worry.
It is worth mentioning that the design of the Grand Palace ice rink takes into account the needs of different age groups, and everyone from parents to couples can enjoy a stress-free skating experience. Whether it is the refreshing time in the morning, the leisurely atmosphere in the afternoon, or the light show at night, each period has its own characteristics.
