Vaudoise aréna, located in Lausanne, Switzerland, is a state-of-the-art multi-purpose venue known for hosting a variety of sports and cultural events. This modern arena also serves as the home for the Lausanne HC ice hockey team.
Vaudoise aréna was designed by local architectural practice Pont12 architectes, winner of the architectural competition held in 2015. Construction began in 2017 and the Ice Center was inaugurated on September 24, 2019, marking the first phase of the complex's opening. During the 2020 Winter Youth Olympics, Vaudoise aréna hosted several competitions. Following this, the table tennis and fencing centers were unveiled in January 2021, adding to the venue's versatility. The aquatic center, the latest addition, opened on August 22, 2022.
Vaudoise aréna, Prilly - main ice rink
The Ice Center contains a total of 3 ice rings, two of which are indoors and one outdoor. The rounded corners of its facade mirror the shape of the skating rink while the white glass evokes the appearance of ice.
Vaudoise aréna facade
Vaudoise aréna - main ice hockey rink
The main ice hockey rink has a capacity for 9600 spectators.
Vaudoise aréna, Prilly
Vaudoise aréna, Prilly
Vaudoise aréna, Prilly
Vaudoise aréna, Prilly
Vaudoise aréna, Prilly
The ticket office entrance contains an interesting spiral staircase.
Vaudoise aréna, Prilly - staircase
Vaudoise aréna, Prilly - staircase
More than 2,000 photovoltaic panels installed on the building's roof. The thermal energy produced by the arena's five refrigeration units is utilized to heat the building's interiors and to provide hot water for showers and pools.