# Ice skating infrastructure and access in the Netherlands > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ice-skating-infrastructure-and-access-in-the-netherlands > Updated: 2026-09-29T05:30:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Efforts to support and expand ice skating infrastructure and accessibility are underway in the Netherlands. In the province of Groningen, authorities have approved a 15 million euro contribution to develop a new ice rink at Kardinge. This project aims to replace an aging facility and is part of a broader plan to create a comprehensive sports center featuring a high-performance sports hall, training halls, and a swimming pool. The funding is contingent upon the municipality of Groningen ensuring the project is financially and organizationally viable. On a community level, various initiatives are increasing skating access. In Nijmegen, the Nijmeegse Schaats Vereniging has operated the ‘Schaats-jij-al?’ program for over 20 years, providing introductory courses for children. Meanwhile, in Siddeburen, four local organizations are collaborating to repurpose a court into a multi-use ice rink designed for rapid setup during cold temperatures. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-29: Community sports initiatives expand ice skating access in the Netherlands Community sports groups in the Netherlands are expanding ice skating opportunities through youth training programs in Dukenburg and multi-use facility developments in Siddeburen. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/community-sports-initiatives-expand-ice-skating-access-in-the-netherlands ### 2026-09-25: Groningen province approves 15 million euro contribution for Kardinge ice rink The Province of Groningen has agreed to provide 15 million euros for a new ice rink and sports center at Kardinge to replace aging facilities. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/groningen-province-approves-15-million-euro-contribution-for-kardinge-ice-rink --- Cite as: Ice skating infrastructure and access in the Netherlands. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ice-skating-infrastructure-and-access-in-the-netherlands