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Andorra ends ski season with record snow and packed events

Andorra’s 2024–2025 ski season wraps up in style, with perfect snow conditions across Grandvalira, Pal Arinsal, and Ordino Arcalís.
Ordino Arcalís, located in the remote and picturesque valley of Ordino in northern Andorra, is renowned for its exceptional snow quality, dramatic mountain landscapes, and some of the best freeride terrain in the Pyrenees. With altitudes reaching up to 2,625 meters and a reputation for long seasons and consistent powder, it attracts advanced skiers and snowboarders from around the world. Unlike the larger, interconnected resorts, Ordino Arcalís offers a more intimate, wild alpine experience, ideal for those seeking natural beauty and off-piste adventure. Photo: ordinoarcalis.com/en
Ordino Arcalís, located in the remote and picturesque valley of Ordino in northern Andorra, is renowned for its exceptional snow quality, dramatic mountain landscapes, and some of the best freeride terrain in the Pyrenees. With altitudes reaching up to 2,625 meters and a reputation for long seasons and consistent powder, it attracts advanced skiers and snowboarders from around the world. Unlike the larger, interconnected resorts, Ordino Arcalís offers a more intimate, wild alpine experience, ideal for those seeking natural beauty and off-piste adventure. Photo: ordinoarcalis.com/en

As resorts report over two meters of snow, the final weeks are packed with freestyle competitions, gourmet dinners, and vibrant après-ski entertainment. This is according to as.com.


Optimal Snow Conditions Across Resorts

March brought substantial snowfall to Andorra's ski areas, resulting in impressive snow depths:

  • Ordino Arcalís: Boasts a full 100% of its slopes open, including extensive freeride zones.

  • Grandvalira: Reports snow accumulations reaching 210 cm, with 170 km of slopes available for skiing.

  • Pal Arinsal: Features snow depths up to 180 cm, nearing full operational capacity.

These conditions are expected to persist until the projected season closure on April 20, 2025.


Upcoming events and activities

The final weeks of the season are packed with events catering to diverse interests:


  • Dollo Day at Sunset Park Peretol: Scheduled for the upcoming weekend, this freestyle event offers a "cash for tricks" format, organized by renowned skiers Henrik Harlaut and Noah Albaladejo. Attendees can enjoy live music performances by Paranoia, Albaladejo's musical alias.


  • La Mamba Race by Joan Verdú: Set for April 5, 2025, in the El Tarter sector of Grandvalira, this race returns after a successful debut, inviting participants to challenge themselves on the slopes.

  • JAM Extreme Freeride Competition: On April 6, 2025, Ordino Arcalís will host the 13th edition of this event, featuring 120 young riders from nine countries competing in various age categories for both skiing and snowboarding.


Gastronomic experiences

Culinary offerings are also a highlight during this period:

  • Nighttime Raclette at Pla de la Cot: Concluding the season's series of mountain dinners, this event on Sunday provides guests with a unique dining experience accessible via ski touring, snowshoes, or retrac.

  • Snow Club Gourmet at L’Abarset: Featuring Michelin-starred chef Hugo Muñoz, who will present an Omakase menu blending Japanese techniques with local ingredients, offering a sophisticated après-ski dining option.


Après-Ski entertainment

The après-ski scene remains vibrant, with venues like the San Miguel Seekers Base Camp, Freixenet Freeze & Cheers, and the IQOS Terrace hosting performances by artists such as Patricia Mantovani, SONA, and Laeet, ensuring lively entertainment as the season winds down.


With outstanding snow conditions and a rich lineup of events, Andorra's ski resorts offer a compelling destination for late-season skiing and mountain festivities.

 Soldeu is one of the main access points to Grandvalira, the largest ski area in the Pyrenees with over 210 km of interconnected slopes. The Soldeu sector itself features wide, well-groomed runs ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers, as well as dedicated beginner zones and top-tier ski schools. It also hosted FIS World Cup alpine skiing events, showcasing its high-quality infrastructure and international appeal. With modern lifts, snow reliability, and access to nearby sectors like El Tarter and Grau Roig, Soldeu is a premium destination for both family-friendly skiing and elite-level sport. Photo by Alexander Tryastsyn on Unsplash
 Soldeu is one of the main access points to Grandvalira, the largest ski area in the Pyrenees with over 210 km of interconnected slopes. The Soldeu sector itself features wide, well-groomed runs ideal for intermediate and advanced skiers, as well as dedicated beginner zones and top-tier ski schools. It also hosted FIS World Cup alpine skiing events, showcasing its high-quality infrastructure and international appeal. With modern lifts, snow reliability, and access to nearby sectors like El Tarter and Grau Roig, Soldeu is a premium destination for both family-friendly skiing and elite-level sport. Photo by Alexander Tryastsyn on Unsplash



The main ski resorts in Andorra

Grandvalira

  • Largest ski resort in the Pyrenees and southern Europe.

  • Offers over 210 km of skiable terrain and more than 130 slopes.

  • Composed of several interconnected sectors: Pas de la Casa, Grau Roig, Soldeu, El Tarter, Canillo, Encamp, and Peretol.

  • Known for world-class events like the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup.

Strong on freestyle skiing, with terrain parks like Sunset Park Peretol.

Pal Arinsal, nestled in Andorra's La Massana parish, is a premier ski destination renowned for its family-friendly atmosphere and diverse terrain. The resort encompasses two interconnected sectors—Pal and Arinsal—offering over 63 kilometers of slopes suitable for all skill levels. Accessible via gondolas from La Massana and the village of Arinsal, the resort provides seamless entry to its picturesque, tree-lined runs. Beyond skiing and snowboarding, Pal Arinsal features a variety of dining options, ski schools, and hosts events like the Ski Mountaineering World Cup. During the summer months, it transforms into a mountain biking haven, boasting more than 60 kilometers of trails, solidifying its reputation as a year-round alpine retreat.​ Credit: arinsal.co.uk
Pal Arinsal, nestled in Andorra's La Massana parish, is a premier ski destination renowned for its family-friendly atmosphere and diverse terrain. The resort encompasses two interconnected sectors—Pal and Arinsal—offering over 63 kilometers of slopes suitable for all skill levels. Accessible via gondolas from La Massana and the village of Arinsal, the resort provides seamless entry to its picturesque, tree-lined runs. Beyond skiing and snowboarding, Pal Arinsal features a variety of dining options, ski schools, and hosts events like the Ski Mountaineering World Cup. During the summer months, it transforms into a mountain biking haven, boasting more than 60 kilometers of trails, solidifying its reputation as a year-round alpine retreat.​ Credit: arinsal.co.uk

Pal Arinsal (Vallnord)

  • Located in the parish of La Massana.

  • Offers around 63 km of slopes, with terrain for all levels.

  • Consists of two main sectors: Pal and Arinsal, linked by cable car.

  • Great for families and beginner to intermediate skiers.

  • Popular for night skiing and après-ski atmosphere in Arinsal.

Ordino Arcalís

  • Situated in the parish of Ordino, known for natural beauty.

  • Offers 30+ km of pistes, but is a freeride paradise with abundant off-piste terrain.

  • High-altitude resort (up to 2,625 meters), ensures long snow seasons and excellent snow quality.

  • Member of the Grandvalira Resorts group (shared pass access with Grandvalira and Pal Arinsal).

  • Hosts freeride competitions like the JAM


Naturland (formerly Naturlandia)

  • A cross-country and multi-activity resort, not focused on alpine skiing.

  • Located in Sant Julià de Lòria at 1,600 to 2,000 meters altitude.

  • Offers Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobile rides, and tobogganing (Tobotronc, the longest alpine slide in the world).

  • Great for families and nature-focused tourism.


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