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Zondacrypto-Arena (Eisstadion)
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VAT Arena is an indoor ice-sports hall in central Davos and the home of HC Davos.
Why go
- The dome’s glued laminated timber structure, designed by Walter Bieler and Krähenbühl-Architekten.
- The annual Spengler Cup, an invitational ice hockey tournament held in December.
- A capacity of 6,547 spectators since the 2021 renovation.
Plan your visit
Prices
ErwachseneCHF 10
Kinder bis 16 JahreFree
From the venue's website · checked 23 Sep 2026
What you can do
HC Davos home ice hockey matches.
Passes and prices
- Adults
- CHF 10
- Children up to age 16
- free
With kids
- The HCD-Galerie displays original jerseys, skates, pucks, pictures and pennants, alongside screens showing club milestones.
History
- 1921The former outdoor rink was built, and HC Davos played home games outdoors.
- Early 1970sAn attempt to roof the rink stopped for lack of funds.
- 1979/80A covered replacement was completed for the season after HC Davos returned to the top league.
- 1981/82Glass walls enclosed the sides, which had remained open during winter 1980/81.
- 1998Two levels of plastic seating replaced a large standing area in the west stand.
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- 2005The new north stand brought the Nordside restaurant, VIP rooms, sponsor space and changing rooms.
- 2007–2018The indoor venue was called Vaillant Arena, then Eisstadion Davos until 2025.
- 2018–2021A three-stage renovation upgraded the stands and concourse and moved the standing section from east to west.
- January 2025Zondacrypto became the naming sponsor.
- 2026/27VAT Arena became the new name after Zondacrypto became insolvent.
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Where
Eisbahnstrasse 5, 7270, Davos
- Website
- hcd.ch/de/eisstadion-davos
- Phone
- +41 81 410 04 66
Questions and answers
How can I contact VAT Arena?
Call +41 81 410 04 66.
What is the neighbouring outdoor rink known for?
Peder Østlund set four speed skating records there in 1898. It hosted international competitions until 1997 and still hosts Swiss championships.
How can I buy tickets for VAT Arena?
Tickets are available online through the arena’s website.
When is VAT Arena open?
Monday to Friday, 08:00–12:00 and 13:30–17:30.
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