Nice Aigles Tickets 2026-27: Jean Bouin Home Games
The Aigles de Nice bring Ligue Magnus hockey to the French Riviera, in a small and atmospheric rink that seats around 1,200. This guide covers the 2026-27 home games, the Marseille derby and how to book when capacity is limited.
Nice Aigles: ice hockey on the French Riviera
Ice hockey on the CĂ´te d'Azur sounds improbable, yet Nice has played in the Ligue Magnus since 2016, and the Aigles were founded in 1969. They have no national title yet, but the club has become an established presence in the league and a curiosity for visitors who expect only sunshine and beaches. Seeing a game here is a classic contrast: palm trees outside, ice and noise inside.
The Aigles open at home on 18 September 2026 against Anglet, and the schedule lists 22 home dates.
The Patinoire Jean Bouin: a 1,200-seat rink in Nice
The club plays at the Patinoire Jean Bouin, with a capacity of 1,200, which makes it one of the two smallest rinks in the league. The result is intimate hockey: you are close to the boards, the sound carries and the fans feel part of the game.
- Getting there: Nice has a good tram and bus network and an airport close to the city, so reaching the rink from the centre is straightforward; check the route in advance.
- Seats: with only 1,200 places, early arrival is the way to get a good seat.
- Match times: most games begin at 20:00, with a few Sunday afternoons.
Nice atmosphere and the Marseille derby
A small rink makes for a loud crowd. The Aigles' supporters have a reputation for keeping the volume up from the first puck drop. The clash that matters most is with Marseille, the nearest Magnus club, who visit on 27 November 2026 and 21 February 2027.
Take note of the bigger visitors as well: Rouen on 2 October 2026 and 31 January 2027, and Grenoble on 27 October 2026 and 10 January 2027. These are the dates that fill the 1,200 places fastest, so if you want to see the league's heavyweights in a tiny room, plan ahead.
A Nice Riviera weekend with hockey in the evening
Nice is easy to enjoy in winter: the Promenade des Anglais, the old town and the markets are all pleasant when the crowds are smaller. A game works well as the evening part of a city break after a day of walking along the sea.
Hotels in Nice are expensive during summer and major events, but less so in winter. Plan your accommodation after you choose your match date, and remember to check the last tram or bus if you do not want to take a taxi after the game.
How to book Nice Aigles tickets
Start with the club's official box office. Season-ticket holders get priority and, with only 1,200 places, tickets for the best opponents can go quickly.
- Marseille, Rouen and Grenoble: book as early as you can.
- Ordinary weeknights: usually easier.
- From abroad: an online order is simplest; check delivery.
- Be careful with resale marketplaces.
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