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Skatehalle Berlin: Two skaters watch wheelchair skating
Indoor skating: Skate hall © visitBerlin, Foto: Fotoagentur Wolf, freiheitswerke

Skatehalle-Berlin

Berlin's largest halfpipe

Music pulsates in the background to the sound of rolling skateboards. Plenty of space, ramps and various trick areas offer plenty of room for wheelchair users, BMX fans and anyone who loves their wheels. Skatehalle Berlin is a real meeting place for fans of skate culture and athletes of all experience levels. Located on the RAW site in Friedrichshain, this place offers everything skateboarding requires: professional infrastructure, a wide range of activities and a dedicated community.

The 1,600 m² Friedrichshain skate hall has made a name for itself among fans of board sports, not least because of the largest indoor halfpipe in Germany and the many international skate events. The scene regularly meets here to live out everything that skating means: great music, fantastic sport and great parties. The hall is located on the site of the former Reichsbahn-Ausbesserungswerk (RAW), a subculture and youth culture centre in the neighbourhood.

There is a 1,600 m² indoor street area with a concrete landscape inspired by urban architecture to discover. The offer is complemented by an Olympic-standard bowl and mini ramp zone, DIY areas such as "Betonhausen" and Europe's largest indoor vert ramp.

Skatehalle-Berlin
© Skatehalle-Berlin, Foto: Adam Sello

In summer, people chill out in the neighbouring garden. Including a café and a small skate shop, the Skatehalle Berlin (SHB) offers the perfect combination of indoor hall and outdoor areas for skating, watching and networking. BMX/FLINTA slots, youth workshops and cultural events make the new yard a lively centre for the scene. There is also a relaxed chill-out area in the garden for the Berlin summer. The SHB Café serves vegan hot dogs, local drinks, nachos and pastries. You can find spare parts and upcycling products in the small skate shop.

Kegel (Climbing cone)

Climbing tower on the RAW site
The Kegel © Getty Images, Foto: Juergen Bosse

Those who prefer to move vertically on ropes rather than on horizontal roller boards can find the climbing con e just a few metres further on, which is almost 20 metres high. There you can climb in difficulty levels 3+ to 10 and various structures. If you make it to the top, you can sign the summit book.

FAQs

Can I skate as a beginner?

Yes, there are special workshops and coaching sessions for beginners.

Are there events for FLINTA or WCMX (wheelchair sports)?

yes, the hall offers inclusive sessions and regular FLINTA days.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes, slots should be booked online; a few walk-in places are available.