en SKIING IN Welcome to Andorra

■ Andorra is a small We may be small, but nobody else independent state in the centre has managed to concentrate the of the , between best and most modern ski resorts and . The mountains are in the south of Europe into a high, the snow is plentiful and 468 km² area, completing it with an lasts all winter. unbeatable offer of leisure time, gastronomy, culture, shopping and Because Andorra faces the so on. That’s why in Andorra, you Mediterranean, our country is will be skiing in a unique country. one of the snow destinations That’s why in Andorra, you will be with the most days of sunshine. skiing in a unique country.

2 #AndorraWorld 3 Experience the exclusivity of unique mountains

■ More than 50 years ago, we started our journey by installing the first ski lift. Since then, our snow-capped mountains, spectacular landscapes, more than 300 km of slopes, mild temperatures and numerous sunny days have been the reasons why thousands of people have chosen and continue to choose Andorra.

Today we are proud of the modernization of our resort facilities: Grandvalira, Arcalís and – Pal offer, including the experience and know-how of their professionals, guaranteed snow Contact us at: in more than 60% of the ski areas, excellent skiing and snowboarding SKI ANDORRA schools, a wide range of activities, as well as a variety of contemporary Andorra Ski Reorts Association gastronomic selections. [email protected] www.skiandorra.ad In Andorra we make snow fun for everyone providing everything we Tel. (+376) 805 200 can to skiers.

4 www.skiandorra.ad 5 GRANDVALIRA SNOWVOLUTION Always thinking of you

■ At Grandvalira, we are always the wide gastronomic selection, thinking of you. That is why we the day and night activities, want to always offer you unique the ski schools and many more experiences. attractions.

The largest resort in southern The Grandvalira ski pass also Europe continues to innovate and includes access to the Ordino improve so that you can enjoy Arcalís station where you can its more than 210 kilometers of enjoy the best freeride and marked slope , in addition to experience exhilarating freedom.

Can we help you? You can contact us using the web form at www.grandvalira.com, in the “contact us”. Tel. (+376) 891 800

6 www.grandvalira.com 7 ACTIVITIES Ski and snowboard school Children’s school

■ More than 500 certifiedsnow ambassadors are ready to accompany you so that you can learn to master winter sports. Private and group ■ At Grandvalira, we have a wide variety of services specifically classes are the ideal tools for beginners: have fun and learn at the same time! If you are already a veteran but want to perfect your technique, adapted to the little skiers, so that they can enjoy like never before. we have the Top Class instructors at your disposal. And if you are looking for new experiences, do not hesitate to try the Top Race experience Specialized instructors in our kindergartens and snow gardens, private where we teach you to ski like a real professional competitor. and group ski lessons, seven kids’ themed circuits and so much fun that they won’t want to leave! Six centers, lessons in six languages and one of the most internationally recognized schools; why not sign up?

Freeride, Freestyle and ski touring

■ There are plenty of ways to enjoy freedom, come and discover yours!

Freeride: pure adrenaline, powder snow enveloping you and tracks designed just for you. Are you one of those people, always looking for new ways to feel free? We understand your desire. That’s why, in our schools you will find specialized instructors to teach you the techniques with safety equipment so you can achieve freedom.

Freestyle: the indescribable sensation of flying and touching the sky is possible in the three Grandvalira snowparks, one of which operates at night!

Ski touring: feel the freedom by reaching the most emblematic peaks in the domain with our mountain guides.

8 www.grandvalira.com 9 ACTIVITIES Adventure activities

■ There are many ways to have fun in the snow! Discover them with our adventure activities suitable for both young and for all ages : the Magic Gliss mountain slide which you can now enjoy in virtual reality with 3D glasses, the 550 m zip line, snowmobiles, mushing, tubing, the Snake Gliss and much more!

Eating out

■ Grandvalira has more than 60 places to eat distributed throughout the area: a wide gastronomic selection that caters to all tastes and needs. You can choose from an outdoor terrace with panoramic views of the Andorran Pyrenees to the warmth of a fireplace in a traditionalborda (hut). The specialty catering at the station offers delicious gourmet options with the top market cuisines and high-quality mountain touches.

And for an unforgettable dining experience, also discover our nighttime dinner events.

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Difference in altitude 8 beginner areas 930 m (2,640 m - 1,710 m) Children school 3,050 ft (8,660 ft - 5,610 ft) 4 crèches and 7 snow gardens Skiable area 6 Themed children’s ski areas 1,926 ha (4,760 acres)* · Kids forest: sector (Cortals 210 km of ski runs (134 miles) zone), sector (Coma III i 76 Lifts Piolet zone), Pas de la Casa sector Passenger capacity (Abelletes zone) 120.645 skiers/hour · Mon(t) Magic: sector ( zone) 139 Slopes · Bababoom Circus: sector · 24 green · Yôkai: sector · 54 blue · 42 red Adventure activities · 19 black · Paintball · Orienteering circuits Snowmaking network · Archery and rifle shooting 66% of the total surface area covered · 2 mushing circuits (dog sledges) by snow canons · 4 snowshoe circuits Competition · 1 snowmobile circuit 3 World Cup slopes · 1 cross-country skiing circuit Freeride areas · 1 multi-adventure circuit 3 Freestyle areas · 1 paragliding centre · Snowpark El Tarter (El Tarter sector) · 1 helicopter flight pad · Sunrise park by Henrik Harlaut (Grau · 1 Mountain Slide Roig sector) · Snow tubbing · Sunset park by Henrik Harlaut · 1 zip line (Peretol sector) · 1 Snake gliss (consists of a number of articulated sleds) 1 Permanent boardercross More than 60 catering Ski touring circuits establishments 1 Continually timed run 5 Medical centres Ski and snowboard school 19 Car parks 7 centres, more than 500 instructors 13 outdoor and 6 covered

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12 www.grandvalira.com 13 ORDINO ARCALÍS ■ ExtraOrdinaryFreeMind is It offers a unique mountain area defined as the wildest and most in which families and expert skiers exciting ski area where you can enjoy themselves in complete can achieve a level of freedom freedom, without queues or Extra like never before and find that crowds, in a safe and now more “extra” that will make you feel convenient atmosphere, thanks to Ordinary extraordinary. the new Tristaina gondola lift. Ordino Arcalis, known for offering With 30 km of marked slopes and the best quality and the largest more than 120 off-piste itineraries, amount of snow in the Pyrenees, it has become a worldwide Free is now part of the Grandvalira reference, for the prestigious Resorts group. All Grandvalira ski Freeride World Tour circuit. pass holders will also be able to Mind access Ordino Arcalis.

Can we help you? You can contact us using the web form at www.ordinoarcalis.com, in the «Contact us». Tel. (+376) 891 800

14 www.ordinoarcalis.com 15 ACTIVITIES Fun and learning Adventure activities

■ The Ordino Arcalís Ski & Mountain Academy offers ski and ■ Ordino Arcalís is the perfect setting to try a wide range of activities snowboarding lessons, both private and groups, adapted to all levels designed for everyone. From snowmobile excursions, snowshoeing, and ages. mountain skiing or Ski Biking (a hybrid between bicycling and skiing), fun is guaranteed. And don’t miss the excursion to the Port del Rat The little ones will be able to learn while having fun in our nursery and stalagmite cave. snow garden which has a covered conveyor belt to make learning easier. It also has several areas for beginners and the Megaverda track, the If you are looking for more extreme experiences, speedriding or longest green track in the Pyrenees: all ideal places to start skiing or heliskiing are here for you! snowboarding. And when the sun goes down, keep on enjoying the season even more with nighttime activities combined with a magnificent dinner under the stars.

The best of the mountain to suit all preferences

■ Flavours, textures and aromas of the mountain. Dishes that are 100% cooked in the ski resort using locally-sourced top-quality products. Freeride and Adrenaline Home-made cooking with a touch of originality, sophisticated filled baguettes, all served up with exclusive views from panoramic terraces. It is worthwhile discovering charming places such as La Borda de la Coma ■ Imagine hundreds of unspoiled hectares to be enjoyed off-piste, or El Refugi Les Portelles which, at an altitude of 2,550 metres, is the make your dream of doing heliskiing come true, go up in the mythical highest gourmet restaurant in Andorra. Creussans chairlift and ski in the setting where, the best riders in the world dispute the Freeride World Tour. Discover more than 140 If you want to experience a unique adventure, we recommend the fondue itineraries led by the guides of our prestigious Freeride School. If what dinner at La Borda restaurant where you can ascend up the mountainside you enjoy is using snowshoes or ski touring, we can offer training and on a giant 50-people sled and then ski down under the moonlight. accompaniment services to suit your needs.

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Location 6 Catering establishments with 14 km (8.5 miles) from Ordino panoramic terraces 22 km (14 miles) from 2 Picnic areas Difference in altitude 1 Ski and snowboard school 685 m (2,625 m - 1,940 m) 70 instructors 2,247 ft (8,612 ft - 6,364 ft) 1 Freeride school Skiable area 1 Crêche 30 km of ski runs (18 miles) For children from 1 to 4 years old 442 ha (1,092 acres) 1 Snow garden 16 Lifts For children from 3 to 6 years old Passenger capacity Equipment 18,110 skiers/hour 2 equipment rental stores at the 29 Slopes bottom of the slopes DVA · 9 green Shops · 7 blue 2 shops selling merchandising, gifts 5 · 11 red EL CLOT and accessories · 2 black GESTES Services ON C

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· 3 ski locker 101 snow cannons, guaranteeing the · 3 left luggage 60% of the resort’s skiable area (18 Adventure activities

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Heliski, snowmobiles, GICA caterpillar, F 6 Fis approved slalom slopes E I X A speed-ride, snowshoes, snowbike... N Freeride routes S DVA 1 Medical centre 4 routes marked (3.4 km) + 120 km unmarked routes Car parks Several car parks with a capacity of TRISTAINA Themed areas 1,500 vehicles. · 2 Freeride Area · 1 children’s circuit Free ski bus service that links the 2 main zones of the resort: Hortell and · 1 Slalom area E L PONT · 1 beginners area (free rope tow) Planells. DVA Free ski bus sevice that links Andorra 5 Ski touring circuits TRISTAINA la Vella and the ski resort.

18 www.ordinoarcalis.com 19 VALLNORD – PAL ARINSAL Loyal to variety

■ Vallnord - Pal Arinsal is Ski & Bike. As the closest ski resort to the center of the country, it has the most convenient access to arrive with friends, alone or with family.

More than 63 km of marked slopes are distributed into 47 slopes of varying levels with numerous activities to enjoy the snow in alternative ways: ski lessons with monitors, snow school for the little ones, a snow park for the most adventurous users and the pleasure of being able to choose, within the same season, from a great variety of gastronomic delights.

This ski resort is the only resort to host three world cups each year: mountain biking, downhill www.vallnordpalarinsal.com skiing and running. Tel. (+376) 878 078 [email protected] [email protected]

20 www.vallnordpalarinsal.com 21 Activities designed for everyone

■ For those who wish to enjoy the snow in a different way, Vallnord - Pal Arinsal proposes a large number of activities in the Pal zone: Big Zip zip line, rope park, buggy outings, among many other activities for children and adults. Let’s not forget the popular alternatives, such as mountain skiing or snowshoeing excursions.

As a novelty product, the Ski & Nature pass, gives you year-round access for mountain skiing and snowshoeing in winter, and hiking with safety in the summer. Snow school

■ The Vallnord - Pal Arinsal snow school is highly rated both for the quality and the technique of its instructors. In both zones, Pal and Arinsal, you have at your disposal a large number of professionals, specialized according to levels and ages. And the little ones can also enjoy the snow garden service

Snow, adventure and nature In Arinsal, you can enjoy an incredible atmosphere and first-class services in an ideal environment designed for couples, young people and families, with convenient access thanks to the Els Orriols gondola. In this High altitude gastronomy ■ Pal is the closest ski resort to the center of Andorra. Only 6 km ski zone, in addition to the great variety of levels of ski slopes, you can separate the Andorra La Vella city center from the gondola enjoy the best freestyle practice available at Vallnord Snowpark, one of with which you can reach the ski station in 6 minutes. It also offers a the best and most recognized in Europe. ■ Lovers of good gastronomy will find a remarkable restaurant selection at wide variety of services for all types of visitors. The gentle profile of its the station. You can choose to eat at the station or, with prior reservation, mountains and the magic of its forests allow families and groups of The Pal and Arinsal ski zones are connected by cable car located in the celebrate dinners in the high mountains in Pal or Arinsal. friends to enjoy themselves to the fullest. Coll de la Botella sector (in Pal) and Port Negre (in Arinsal).

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Pic Negre Pic de Comapedrosa 2.569 m 2.942 m Location Snowplus At 5 km from the center of Andorra. A leisure-time club where you can learn Pic Alt de la Capa Pic del Cubil to enjoy the mountains and the snow. 2.572 m Difference in altitude 2.364 m Télescope panoramique Télescope panoramique Panoramic telescope Panoramic telescope 1,010 m (2,560 m - 1,550 m) 2 Baby club

3,314 ft (5,085 ft – 8,399 ft) For children from 1 to 4 years old Snack Tub del Coll Port Vell H La Tossa Tub Estadi Bony Vaques Skiable area 2 Snow garden La Tossa I La Capa Pla de la Cot For children from 4 to 8 years old La Pala 63 km of ski runs (39 miles) La Tossa II La Solana 2.080 m El Cubil Pla de 707 ha (1,747 acres) la Cot I i II La Serra Els Cóms I Equipment P Camí Superior La Capa Les Fonts 31 Lifts 6 rental and sale shops on site El Coll Camí Inferior Coll de la Edifici de la Caubella 1.900 m Edifici de El Planell Botella 4 A B C D E Passenger capacity Shops La Cot 6 PortVell F G Coll de la Botella 2.069 m 7 1 Els Planells Sale of merchandising items and El Besurt 38,480 skiers/hour La Serra Port Vell Cubil LaSerra Cóms Bordes de Setúria accessories. 3 Port Negre Les Fonts 47 Slopes Fontanals Fontanal de les Roques Setúria 1.866 m El Gall 6 El Besurt II Eslàlom La Serra I Estadi Joan CarchatFont Roja R La Tossa Coll de la Botella · 7 green Services Arinsal - Pal El Planell I La El Cubil EU Caubella Coll de la Botella t 5 c e aL Salador · 19 blue · 3 ski locker El Planell II Transversal S Els Avets S n El Planell La Serra II A i Pekepark r Margarita · 17 red · 2 left luggage 3 Corpalanca Setúria ARINSAL SECTOR O La Comellada · 4 black · 7 ATM 2 Appel gratuit : 18007021 La Carbonera El Beç 4 de 9 h à 17 h Services et activités 2 Estadi El Cortal Services and activities 5 5 Toll free from 9 am to 5 pm Snowmaking network Activities Tossa La Bony Pedres Esquirol I i II Blanques I i II 1 373 snow cannons, guaranteeing Snow Buggies, Big Zip, Jump, Rope Coll L'escola El Cortal de la Botella Circuit ISMF World Championships R Edifici de Comallemple 1.900 m I i II N de ski de randonnée EU Services et activités / Services and activities the 68% of the resort’s skiable area Park, Snowtrike, Toboggan Runs, Peke ct Appel gratuit : Ski Mountaineering e L 18008079 Telebaby World Championships circuit (43km). Park, Mountain Ski Circuits, Snowshoes S J K L M N Pa de 9 h à 17 h Comallemple 1-7/3/2021 Pal ski resort Toll free from and much more! Station de ski de Pal PAL SECTOR 2 Fis approved slalom slopes 9 am to 5 pm Activités / Activities Ski de Randonée / Ski Mountaineering Très facile / Very easy Facile / Easy Difficile / Difficult 2 Medical centres Themed areas Les Marrades 9 Car parks Verdet 2 Beç 3 Pla de la Cot 4 Serra · 1 Freestyle Area Pal 1.550 m Niveau / Level : Niveau / Level : Niveau / Level : Niveau / Level : · 1 Slalom Area With a capacity for 6,600 vehicles La Massana Très facile / Very easy Facile / Easy Facile / Easy Facile / Easy Andorra Els Orriols Josep Serra la Vella Distance : Distance : Distance : Distance : Raquettes / Snow shoes 1,3 km 891 m 1,7 km 3,6 km Freeride areas Other Dénivelé positif cumulé : Dénivelé positif cumulé : Dénivelé positif cumulé : Dénivelé positif cumulé : 6 km Accumulated positive slope: 120 m Accumulated positive slope: 120 m Accumulated positive slope: 300 m Accumulated positive slope: 480 Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : m GSM coverage - G3 - Free WI-FI access Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: Dénivelé négatif cumulé : Ski touring circuits 1 Guineu 2 Cabirol 3 L’Esquirol 1.780 m 1.900 m 1.780 m 1.900 m 1.780 m 2.080 m Accumulated negative slope: 17 m Arinsal Services et activités Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : 1.475 m Services and activities Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: within the whole ski area and dynamic Distance : Dénivelé / Slope : Distance : Dénivelé / Slope : Distance : Dénivelé / Slope : 1.900 m 2.364 m 6 marked ski touring circuits 1,7 km 188 m 843 m 120 m 1,8 km 186 m Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : 5 Coll de la Botella 6 Setúria 7 Port Negre information displays within main 1.230 m Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: 18 Catering establishments 1.900 m 2.080 m 1.780 m 1.900 m 1.900 m 2.080 m Niveau / Level : Niveau / Level : Niveau / Level : buildings. Facile / Easy Difficile / Difficult Difficile / Difficult Pal Distance : Distance : Distance : 2,9 km 3,2 km 5 km 2 Picnic areas 4 5 6 Dénivelé positif cumulé : Dénivelé positif cumulé : Dénivelé positif cumulé : L’Isard Mufló Trencalòs Accumulated positive slope: 256 Accumulated positive slope: 490 Accumulated positive slope: 950 m Free bus service connecting the two m m Distance : Dénivelé / Slope : Distance : Dénivelé / Slope : Distance : Dénivelé / Slope : Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : Dénivelé négatif cumulé : Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: 2 Ski and snowboard school 4,4 km 405 m 3,7 km 216 m 5 km 950 m 1.350 m Accumulated negative slope: 74 m Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: 1.550 m 2.500 m sectors of the Arinsal and Pal Ski Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : Altitude départ : Altitude arrivée : 1.900 m 2.364 m Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: Starting altitude: Arrival altitude: 200 instructors Resort (La Massana) and Andorra la 1.780 m 2.069 m 2.069 m 1.866 m 1.550 m 2.500 m 1.885 m 2.069 m Vella and La Massana. La Massana Arinsal

24 www.vallnordpalarinsal.com 25 Andorra is Time to shop

■ Andorra is a unique shopping destination. More than 1,500 shops so much more and stores are concentrated to ensure that you find what you are looking after. Designer and luxury goods, fashion, jewellery, beauty, perfumes, pharmaceuticals or electronics can be found seven days a week.

Fun, music and a great atmosphere

■ After a day of skiing, the après-ski atmosphere moves to the various bars at the foot of the slopes where people enjoy a drink, listen to the best live music, have fun watching the sunset and the arrival of the Discover our culture evening.

The après-ski is here to stay, and every year has more followers. A good ■ Inquisitive visitors can discover fantastic cultural itineraries, way to spend time with your friends and family sharing the experiences museums that describe the customs and local traditions, or the rich of the day or enjoying a delicious dinner in a restaurant at the resort or Romanesque heritage that has been with us the last 1,000 years. in one of the country bordes.

26 #AndorraWorld www.visitandorra.com 27 Enjoy the authentic Escape time mountain cuisine ■ The presence of thermal waters in was already known in the ancient times, rich in sulphur and minerals. ■ The “bordes” are traditional Pyrenean buildings made of stone and timber that in the past were used to store hay and farming tools. Thousands of visitors come every year to enjoy the waters in Caldea. Nowadays most of them are cosy restaurants where you can enjoy authentic mountain cuisine such as “escudella” (a stew wich is an The culture of water has taken deep roots, and many places have excellent choice to fight the winter temperatures), “trinxat” a tasty mix recently incorporated wellness areas into their services, some of which of meat and vegetables blended and fried, mountain rice or a plate have a surface area of up to 5,000 m2. of snails. Customers can also opt for top-quality contemporary and creative cuisine.

Caldea, the largest thermal spa in southern Europe

■ Caldea, the Andorra thermal spa, has been designed for visitors to enjoy a dynamic experience from morning until late night. Its building, with its unique architecture, is located in the city center surrounded by mountains.

It has 4 spaces: the Thermoludic, the largest spa in Caldea, offers a fun and playful experience in thermal waters and allows access for people over 5 years old. Likids is the spa exclusively for children, between 3 and 8 years old. Inúu, the exclusive spa for adults, invites you to enjoy wellness workshops and the most specialized treatments. Finally, in the Orígens space, exotic baths such as the Aztec bath and the grapefruit Accommodation to dream bath await you. Caldea proudly presents its new open panoramic lagoon, equipped ■ Spending some days in Andorra is always an excellent choice. More with water games, and a transparent space that rises above the river than 300 tourist establishments that provide a total of almost 43,000 surpassing the outer lagoon of the Thermoludic. beds all over the country will guarantee it. Whatever your budget or nature you will find accommodation that suits you. www.caldea.com Tel. (+376) 800 999

28 #AndorraWorld www.visitandorra.com 29 Cross-country skiing, skimo Endless ways of having fun and much more! with your family or friends!

■ Located in Sant Julià de Lòria, in the surroundings of La Rabassa, ■ The Palau de Gel is in the centre of Canillo, at the foot of Grandvalira Naturlandia is an outdoor activities hotspot. In La Rabassa, you can ski resort and just 10 km from the centre of Andorra la Vella. There are practice cross-country skiing along more than 15 km of marked slopes 1,800 m2 of ice in a universe of fun with a great variety of activities. at an altitude of 2,050 m. In an incomparable setting, the station offers a large beginners area with 1.6 km of track. The rest of the tracks with Ice rink and activities: in the morning and afternoon sessions you will different levels of difficulty circulate within the forest: 1.8 km of green be able to do ice skating and, at night, there is an ice discotheque: ice track, 5.5 km of blue track and 6.5 km of red track for the experts. skating by night with music and lights. At the Palau de Gel you can also enjoy a whole host of activities, such as go-karting on ice for adults It also has a wide range of snow activities, such as snowshoeing and for children, ice hockey matches, curling, broomball and children’s (which can be rented at the store and practiced on marked routes), birthday parties. guided snowmobile outings, new skimo routes, a snow slide for the Swimming pool: we have a heated 25m x 12.50m swimming pool ideal little ones and a toboggan run. We also propose nighttime activities for swimming all year round, and in the summer, you can enjoy the with exclusive guided outings on snowshoes or snowmobiles followed outdoor solarium. For the younger members of the family, there is a by an exquisite dinner at the La Borda mountain restaurant. Andorra freestyle small pool that is only 40 cm deep. The offer is complemented by the Tobotronc, the longest alpine and jumping centre You can combine activities with eating in the restaurant, where there are toboggan in the world with a 5.3 km route allowing you to discover daily home-made menus. the forest through a thrilling ride while sitting on an easy-to-use two- Ski Canaro seater sled. ■ 360 °eXtrem is a place for all ages to have fun. You can practice many sports (gymnastics, trampolining, free skiing, snowboarding, skating, www.palaudegel.ad www.naturlandia.ad scooters, BMX, etc.) distributed in several areas: [email protected] ■ Ski Canaro, in Canillo, has two slopes for beginners and a sledge [email protected] Tel. (+376) 800 840 Freestyle Zone: consisting of an artistic gymnastics floor, trampolines, slope for the younger members of the family. At the ski resort you will Tel. (+376) 741 444 foam pits, mattresses and an area with ramps. There are wooden ramps also find a family hotel with a restaurant, snacks, a panoramic terrace for skating, scooters, BMX and rollerblades, and snowflex ramps for with views of the slopes and free parking. All in a beautiful setting in skiing and snowboarding. the heart of nature. Bowl: a skate park with different quarters and an incredible bowl. The ski resort has a ski and snowboard school for adults as well as for children over the age of three, where everyone can learn to ski Jumping: a trampoline park for jumping and doing acrobatics, as well as thanks to the qualified instructors in both disciplines. The classes are many other games while you’re jumping. individual and are given on the private slopes of Ski Canaro. The ski Kids’ corner: a place for the youngest children (0 to 3 years) to play and resort has a rental service for ski and snowboard material. practice their motor skills.

www.skicanaro.com www.360extrem.com [email protected] [email protected] Tel. (+376) 751 145 Tel. (+376) 828 566

30 #AndorraWorld www.visitandorra.com 31 ■ With the arrival of the good In summer, the 468 km2 of During the summer months, Enjoy andorra weather, discover the country all Andorra will take you to a world Andorra offers a wide range of over again. The white countryside of nature in its purest state and of open-air activities, shows, live that captured you in the winter impressive countryside. You will music in the streets and squares, in the summer too is now unrecognisable. But this find beautiful views, for example, traditional festivals, town doesn’t mean that has lost its in the three protected open festivals and so on. charm. It’s time to take your spaces in the country: Les Valls del backpack and to follow one of Comapedrosa Communal Natural If you would like to receive the many routes which take you, Park, Sorteny Natural Park and the information about all the sports between mountain peaks and Vall del Madriu-Perafita-Claror. activities in the country, you lakes, to places of extraordinary The latter has been declared can download the Turisme Actiu beauty. World Heritage by UNESCO. Andorra app.

Andorra la Vella - Tourist Office [email protected] Tel. (+376) 750 100 www.visitandorra.com

32 #AndorraWorld GRANDVALIRA SUMMER

■ In the Canillo area, the Magic ■ In the Soldeu area, the highest Discover the summer Mountain Family Park is the golf course in the entire Pyrenees ideal place to enjoy with family awaits you at 2250 m above sea or friends: adrenaline, fun and level. This 9-hole course, par in Grandvalira a multitude of activities at an 33, has a length of 2,590 m and altitude of 2000 m! The 550 m-long an area of 16 hectares: perfect zip line, the kayaks and canoes, for beginners as we have a golf the BigAirbag are just a part of the school to get started, and as thrill. And this season, a novelty well as for experts who will be awaits: the Magic Gliss mountain able to enjoy playing golf with slide equipped with 3D glasses to exceptional views. enjoy a virtual reality experience.

■ Encamp sector has numerous and a guide. At the intermediate you can taste the best high- Epic Andorra brings nature closer activities for all the family. station of the Funicamp you can altitude cuisine in a unique to visitors in an exclusive way The Funicamp experience is enjoy a stroll through the Els setting. Those who love the with a luxurious level of services a great gateway to the wealth Cortals Valley, or go walking. mountains can discover the Illa and quality, offering experiences and the history of the Pyrenean Refuge in the Madriu-Perafita- in exceptional accommodations environment and countryside. In ■ In the Pessons area of Grau Claror Valley, which was declared (Mountain Huts) that are just 25 minutes, you come to an Roig there are various activities, World Heritage by UNESCO in accompanied by activities, trips altitude of 2,502 m, where you such as hiking, fishing and trips 2004, in the natural landscape and adventures in the mountains can enjoy diverse activities on in 4 x 4 vehicles, while enjoying category. specially designed to suit each foot as well as routes in a 4x4 bus magnificent views. To finish off, client.

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for any beginner to achieve their Arinsal offers different marked Vallnord - Pal Arinsal mountain biking goals. routes for all levels. Now you can also enjoy refreshments or an Activities in the Mountain Park overnight stay at the Comapedrosa ■ Vallnord – Pal Arinsal is a MTB for all levels Up to 16 different activities are refuge easily accessible with the benchmark in the mountain bike More than 45 km of descent offered as an alternative in the Arinsal Pal cable car. world. La Massana resort adapts and a slope that exceeds 1000 Vallnord Mountain Park so that the winter season to a Bike Park. m, Vallnord – Pal Arinsal offers visitors can spend a summer Gastronomy Likewise, the Pal zone offers its mountain bike lovers quality and accompanied by nature, adventure From lunches at Pal station, users alternative activities so that adventure circuits for all levels. and fun, the perfect alternative astronomical dinners at Pla de all ages can enjoy the Mountain Now also available is the Arinsal for all ages. la Cot and Coll de la Botella or Park throughout the summer. zone as the station has adapted appetizers on the cable car… It also offers a large number of the cable car for mountain biking Hiking and the hospitable refuge the gastronomic selections that hiking trails so you can discover access. In addition, for those who of Comapedrosa Vallnord – Pal Arinsal provide the country’s mountains, as well wish to improve their technique, La Massana offers a large number are exciting options during the as a rich gastronomic selection. the Bike School offers courses of hiking trails and Vallnord – Pal summer.

ORDINO ARCALIS SUMMER

del Mig and Estany de Més Amunt Do you dream of experiencing Extraordinary summer under the watchful eye of the nature in a different way? Tristaina peak at an altitude of Discover the purest and wildest 2,878 m. Andorra. Disconnect from the ■ During the summer season, in One of the most emblematic rest of the world and reconnect Ordino Arcalís you can enjoy an activities is the panoramic trip Combine a panoramic walk with a with yourself at the heart of ascent by bicycle, the only one in the Tristaina gondola, which good mountain menu: the terrace Epic Andorra. In one of its 8 that runs through the same route brings you closer to La Coma del of the La Coma restaurant at 2,200 exceptional huts, in the middle of the last stage of the Tour de Forat. From there, the well-known m of altitude, is ideal to relax and of nature, you will sleep under a France and the Vuelta a España. Tristaina glacial cirque route can enjoy spectacular views and, once blanket of stars, completing your Free from road traffic, it is an be accessed on foot. The famous inside, the à la carte restaurant, stay with activities, excursions, experience for cycling lovers. glacial cirque route is made up of where the sausages or grilled adventures and much more! three lakes: Estany Primer, Estany country meats are delectable.

36 www.ordinoarcalis.com www.vallnordpalarinsal.com 37 How to get here From Spain From France ■ -El Prat Airport 200 km from Andorra la Vella. Daily return ■ - Matabiau train station connections with the Andbus and Directbus 170 km from Pas de la Casa and 200 km from bus companies. Andorra la Vella. Daily return connections with the Andbus bus company. From France ■ L’Hospitalet-prés l’Andorre - train station ■ Toulouse-Blagnac Airport 12 km from Pas de la Casa and 40 km from 170 km from and 200 km Andorra la Vella. from Andorra la Vella. Daily return connections with the Andbus bus company. If you are coming by car Most of the low-cost companies also fly to other airports near Andorra, such as Reus- You can check out the traffic and the Costa Daurada and Girona-Costa Brava, road conditions in Andorra at: in Spain and Carcassonne and Perpignan- www.mobilitat.ad Rivesaltes airports in France.

Contact details of the bus companies: From Spain ■ Alsa www.alsa.es ■ Barcelona – Nord train station Tel. (+376) 827 379 / (+34) 910 207 007 200 km from Andorra la Vella. Daily return [email protected] connections with the Alsa bus company. ■ Andbus www.andorrabybus.com ■ Barcelona - Sants train station Door-to-door service 200 km from Andorra la Vella. Daily returm (advanced booking is necessary) connections with the Directbus bus Tel. (+376) 803 789 / (+34) 973 984 016 company. [email protected]

■ Lleida – Pirineus train station ■ Directbus www.andorradirectbus.es Connection with AVE (High speed train). Tel. (+376) 805 151 / (+34) 902 109 276 150 km from Andorra la Vella. Montmantell [email protected] and Alsa bus companies provide daily For further information about your trip to services. ■ Montmantell www.montmantell.com Andorra, please check out: wwww.exteriors.ad Tel. (+376) 866 444 / (+34) 973 982 949 [email protected]

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