Top Skating in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes

if you're looking to save some cash, skip the fancy restaurants at the bottom of the slopes. there are great spots higher up with more affordable prices and amazing views. i loved the little cafés!

I suggest checking the weather forecasts before you go. I went on a cloudy day and visibility was terrible; ruined my whole mood!

I suggest checking out the mountain huts for lunch instead of expensive restaurants in town. The food is super tasty and much more affordable. I loved the local cheese dishes!

I recommend getting a multi-day ski pass if you plan to hit the slopes for more than a day or two. It saves you some euros and lets you explore more of the area without worrying about buying new passes every day.

I suggest checking the schedule before you go, so you can catch the public skating hours. I didn’t and ended up waiting around! The best times seem to be mid-afternoon, less crowded and you can really enjoy the ice.

My advice is to rent your skates outside the rink if you can. It's usually cheaper and you might get a better pair. I rented at the arena and they were not great quality - didn't help my skating at all!

I suggest buying your tickets online in advance to skip the long queues at the entrance. I did this and saved a ton of time! Trust me, it gets super busy during peak hours.