1956 European Figure Skating Championships
| 1956 European Championships | |
|---|---|
| Type: | ISU Championship |
| Date: | January 19 – 21 |
| Season: | 1955–56 |
| Location: | Paris, France |
| Champions | |
| Men's singles: Alain Giletti | |
| Ladies' singles: Ingrid Wendl | |
| Pairs: Sissy Schwarz / Kurt Oppelt | |
| Ice dance: Pamela Weight / Paul Thomas | |
| Previous: 1955 European Championships | |
| Next: 1957 European Championships | |
The 1956 European Figure Skating Championships were held on January 19–21, 1956 in Paris, France. Elite senior-level figure skaters from European ISU member nations competed for the title of European Champion in the disciplines of men's singles, ladies' singles, pair skating, and ice dancing. It was the first time Soviet skaters competed internationally since the Russian Revolution.