With ideal conditions, ski Arinsal for some great pistes. Skiing and snowboarding in Andorra also gives you the unique culture of this tiny principality nestled between France and Spain. Read our reviews.
Where
Based in Vallnord, if you choose to ski Arinsal you will really get to know Andorra. Accessible from either France (Toulouse) or Spain (Barcelona), Arinsal ski resort is linked by high speed cable car to the tree lined runs of Pal, and your Vallnord area lift pass includes access Arcalis, the best Andorran ski resorts.
Essentials |
Suitable For |
Slopes |
RESORT ALTITUDE : |
1500m |
TOTAL PISTE : |
68 km |
LONGEST RUN : |
6 km |
START SEASON : |
November |
END SEASON : |
April |
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OVERALL |
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SKIING |
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BOARDING |
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APRÉS |
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FAMILIES |
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Beginners
7 / 17% |
Intermediates
16 / 38% |
Advanced
15 / 36% |
Experts
4 / 10% |
TOTAL RUNS : |
42 |
SNOW CANNONS : |
350 / ha |
SNOW PARKS : |
1 |
CROSS COUNTRY : |
0 km |
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On the slopes
Perfect for intermediates, ski Arinsal with it's 30 lifts serving 42 pistes, mostly intermediate. More confident skiers will enjoy the skiing and snowboarding by exploring Pal's more interesting and varied runs. There are also some short, sharp slopes in this Andorran ski resort for the advanced skier and some great off piste skiing in both Arinsal and Pal. Arinsal is ideal for beginner snowboarders, and Pal offers some great powder runs and groomed pistes.
Ski area :
If you ski Arinsal, you are also in the ski region of Vallnord along with the following resorts; Arcalis, Arinsal, La Massana, Ordino, Pal - Arinsal
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Off the slopes
Arinsal is a quiet town in the Vallnord ski area, though it can get quite lively in the evening. The compact centre makes it easy to get around between the restaurants and bars. You'll find a number of traditional restaurants serving fresh seafood, and the bars are relaxed and friendly, with drinks very reasonably priced. Nearby Andorra La Vella is a tax free shopping haven, with the spa at Caldea well worth a visit.
RESORT GOOD POINTS
- Lively bars
- Ski school geared to British needs
- Pretty, tree-lined slopes in Pal
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RESORT BAD POINTS
- Very confined and bleak local slopes
- Runs to village need good snow to be open, and don't lead to centre
- Long, linear and rather dour village, with no focus
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Tourist Office
Worldwide cover from £60.48
or Single trip Europe cover from £22.98 - get covered before you arrive!
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