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RESORT SUMMARY

  • part of the Vallnord ski region in Andorra which has three sectors; the connected Arinsal and Pal, and the separate Arcalis.
  • friendly and lively resort with charming architecture and some of the sunniest skiing in Europe.
  • great value-for-money destination thanks to low taxes in Andorra.
  • catch the Ells Orriols gondola straight from town onto the mountain.  
  • just 15 minutes from the capital Andorra la Vella for fantastic duty-free shopping and the amazing Caldea spa, the largest mountain spa in Europe.
  • regular free bus service connects all Andorra's ski resorts and the capital city.  

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SKIING

  • all levels of skiers and boarders catered for in Vallnord.
  • the connected Arinsal and Pal is great for beginners and intermediates with a few delights for the advanced. 
  • Arcalis offers more challenging runs for experienced skiers and plenty of fresh powder off-piste.
  • fantastic ski schools with friendly English-speaking instructors teaching skiing, boarding, freeriding and freestyle. 

IN THE SNOW

  • catch the Els Orriols gondola and head up Pic Negre to take some easy runs back towards Arinsal, or a gondola over to Pal where the slopes are quieter and more suited to the advanced.
  • experienced riders will enjoy the good tree lines of La Comellada and Seturia in Pal, and the steep inclines and slopes of the La Capa area in Arinsal.
  • head to Arcalis (30 mins by bus) for more challenging runs through beautiful wild landscapes and plenty of fantastic freeriding. 

Photo: VallnordPARKS

Vallnord offers fantastic snowparks for all levels of freestylers:

  • Arinsal - the Snowpark caters for all levels with a super pipe and a huge selection of rails, kickers and a spine.
  • Pal - a smaller park suited to beginners with rails and a jump to practice on.
  • Arcalis - the Snowpark has a boardercross, a few jumps and rails and the Woodpark offers natural and artificial modules through L’Hortell woods. 

Photo: VallnordAPRES-SKI

Thanks to low taxes in Andorra food and drink is much cheaper compared to the central European resorts.

On the Mountain:

You'll find plenty of self-service and table-service restaurants, coffee shops, snack bars, huts and umbrella bars offering terraces, panoramic views and a fantastic atmosphere with DJs often playing. The Polar Bar is located at the top of the gondola and has its own sun terrace overlooking the slopes, ideal for a final drink on-piste before the gondola ride into town.  

In the Resort:

The town of Arinsal comes alive as soon as the lifts close with a vibrant apres-ski and nightlife to suit various tastes, from quiet pubs to late night clubs offering different atmospheres and music genres. You'll find several bars clustered at the bottom of the gondola with terraces overlooking the river which runs through the town. Around two-dozen pubs, bars and clubs line the main street, Carretera General, offering cheap drinks, large measures, freebies and promotions, giant sports screens, themed party nights, karaoke, fancy dress, live music, DJs and dancing with a range of music covering rock, techno, latin and house to see you through until at least 3am.  

There are plenty of restaurants in the town of Arinsal to choose from offering Mexican, pizza, steaks, sandwiches, salads, etc.

A full list of restaurant, bar and club recommendations will be provided with your itinerary.

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ACTIVITIES

Arinsal & Pal:  airboard, archery, helicopter flight, laser combat, mountain circuit, ski bikes, snowmobiling, snow-snake, zip line.
Pal:  bungee jumping, hot-air balloon ride, mushing, snowshoeing (day & night).
Arcalis:  guided Gicafer tour, helicopter flight, heliskiing, ice diving, paragliding, snow bikes, speed ride.  

Photo: VallnordWELLNESS & SPORT

Caldea Andorra Spa, Andorra la Vella (approx 15 mins transfer) 

  • the largest mountain spa centre in Europe. 
  • a fantastic 6,000m² complex offering thermal waters ranging in temperature from 14ºC to 36ºC, indoor and outdoor lagoons, saunas, Jacuzzis, Roman baths, waterfalls, bubble beds, hot marble, massages, beauty treatments and more. 

NEAREST AIRPORTS

Private and public transfers are available from the following airports:

Toulouse - 200km (approx 3hr45)
Barcelona - 210km (approx 4hr)
Girona - 209km (approx 4hr - public transfers only available Fridays & Sundays for Girona)

Private transfers are available from the following airports:

Carcassonne - 190km (3hr30)
Perpignan - 169km (3hr30)
Reus - 199km (4hr20)

Please note:

  • if you have chosen a public transfer and are travelling from Barcelona or Girona, you may need to change buses in Andorra la Vella.
  • the above times are approximate and for guidance only - road & weather conditions, diversions and busy traffic can affect transfer times.
  • please see our airports page for details of the UK airports and airlines that serve the resort.

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