Go ice skating

Cold nights and winter sun is a perfect combination for days on ice skates.

MEDVINDEN/Winter park track system

Long-distance skating rinks, cleared walking paths and prepared ski trails are included in the Vinterparken’s track system on Storsjön.
MEDVINDEN

(depending on weather and ice conditions, Medvinden opens in early February)
The Medvinden long-distance skating rink. During favorable seasons, Medvinden stretches from Östersund harbour to Kungsgårdsviken but also south towards Odensala. It is a scenic course with the mountains on the horizon. During the tour, you can stop and take a break in one of the wind shelters along the way. The total distance from Medvinden to Kungsgårdsviken is 10 km one way. When the weather and ice conditions are favorable, Medvinden can also be extended south towards the village Brunflo.

For current course length, weather and ice conditions, follow Vinterparken.se

Boarding places after the courses:
• Vinterparken/Badhusparken
• Frösö Strand
• Härke
• Kungsgårdviken

OVALEN

A 400 meter long skating rink made on natural ice. Ovalen is situated on the Campus area close to the citycentre, where the former regiment was housed.

ÖSTERSUNDS ARENA

Public ice skating at Östersund Arena
In Östersund, the public skating takes place at Östersund Arena in either the A-hall, the B-hall or at the bandyground. There is no possibility to rent or borrow equipment at Östersund Arena. The bandy ground can also be used by the public when it is empty. If you want to know more please contact the municipality’s information centre at:
Telephone:+46 (0)63-14 30 00 or E-mail: kundcenter@ostersund.se

Rental and shop

In Sjöbutiken, the shop in the harbour next to Badhusparken it’s possible to rent or buy equipment for a successful day in the winter park.
In the shop you can find long-distance skates, sledges, kicks and other equipment. You can also borrow sledges, mattresses and helmets free of charge.
Contact: E-mail: vinterparken@storsjoyran.se Phone: +46 (0)70-231 49 19