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Andorra means skiing 4300 km of slopes 6Grandvalira 8Vallnord 18Parador Canaro 28Naturlandia 29360º eXtrem 30
The Principality of Andorra is a small independent state that shines like a jewel embedded in the middle of the Pyrenees, between Spain and Fran-ce. Here the mountains are high, the snow abundant and the sun is nearly omnipresent throughout the year due to the region’s orientation to the Me-diterranean. Only 468 km² (181 sq mi) make up the country but it is difficult to imagine a greater concentration of attractions. The countless opportu-nities for leisure and entertainment for all ages, the vast cultural offerings, the excellent food, the stimulating night life and of course the snow and the mountains at the epicentre of the galaxy of emotions that is Andorra.
Palau de Gel 31Culture 32Shopping 34Accommodation 36Gastronomy 38Wellness 40Caldea - Inuú 41
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...Come to Andorra!
Imagine a land of snow set in a
beautiful mountain area with infinite
leisure time, cultural, gastronomic and shopping offers. Stop imagining
it...
Palau de Gel 31Culture 32Shopping 34Accommodation 36Gastronomy 38Wellness 40Caldea - Inuú 41
Andorra by night 42Summer in Andorra 44Summer in Grandvalira 46Summer in Vallnord 48How to get there 50
www.visitandorra.com
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Imagine an endless layer of white in an
incredible setting, with excellent skiing conditions, in which
snow sports are found in every nook
and cranny. Stop imagining
it...
More than half a century’s passion for skiing Everything started back in 1957, with the opening of the first ski lift in El Pas de la Casa, Coll Blanc. The engine marked the beginning of the golden era in the history of skiing in Andorra and, with the opening of the ski lift, the starting pistol sounded for the first ski slopes in the country.
More than half a century later, Andorra has become a paradise for ski lovers. There are two large domains, Grandvalira and Vallnord, which between them have more than 300 km of skiable slopes. These slopes also offer varied, top-quality services adapted to all prefe-rences and ages, whether aimed at fanatics of snow sports or at those who wish to enjoy the snow and the mountains without having to put on any ski boots.
In recent years, Andorra has taken a qualitative leap ahead in promoting skiing, by successfully organising top-level sporting events. European or World Cups in diverse modalities, both in Vallnord as well as in Grandvalira, with great media repercussion, are a good example of this.
The effort, the dedication and the enthusiasm of the Andorran people has meant that over the last 50 years, we have perfected all the services related to snow and skiing. Today, Andorra is an ideal destination for those looking for their dream holiday in the snow.
...Come to Andorra!
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Imagine 300 km of snow at your feet...
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...Come toGrandvalira!
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Imagine all the slopes you could want covered in snow, in a paradise
full of surprises for snow lovers or for those
who simply wish to disconnect.
Stop imagining it...
Grandvalira is the largest ski resort in the Pyrenees and in the south of Europe, with 118 slopes of all levels, and a total of 210 skiable kilometres.
The area also has a far-reaching parallel offer of restaurants and leisure time activities and is the habitual setting for top-class international com-petitions. Grandvalira is in the north of the Principality of Andorra, in the border area with France. The space it occupies belongs to two of the se-ven Andorra parishes (Encamp and Canillo) and is made up of six sectors that were combined into a single resort 10 years ago: Pas de la Casa, Grau Roig, Soldeu, El Tarter, Canillo and Encamp.
In 2016, Grandvalira will once again be a World Cup ski resort and will hold the Ladies Alpine Skiing World Cup on 27th and 28th of February and the Speed Skiing World Championships from the 10th to 13th March.The ski resort also continues to be committed to off-piste skiing by hosting the sixth edition of the intercontinental challenge known as the Skiers Cup that will bring together the best freeride and freestyle riders from Europe and the United States from the 30th January to the 4th February. The Freeride Junior World Championship also returns to Grandvalira for the second year running with the best young riders on the international scene from the 28th to 30th January. Grandvalira will also host the Total Fight Snowboard on 25th and 26th March and the Total Fight Freeski on 1st and 2nd April.
The domain of the snow.More than 200 km of slopes
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Difference in altitude: 930 m (3,050 feet)
Altitude: 2,640 m – 1,710 m (8,660 feet – 5,610 feet)
Skiable area: 1,926 hectares (4,760 acres)
210 km of ski runs (130 miles)
Lifts: 64
Transport capacity: 100,700 skiers/hours
118 Slopes: 21 green, 42 blue, 30 red and 25 black
Snowmaking network: 1,027 snow cannons that guarantee 65% of the skiable area
4 Competition stadiums
9 slopes authorized by the FIS
3 Freestyle areas: - Snowpark El Tarter- Snowpark Xavi, Grau Roig- Snowpark El Peretol
(The only night snowpark in the Pyrenees)
1 Permanent Boardercross
GRANDVALIRA
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Five thematic areas for children:Bababoom Circus at Grandvalira - El Tarter, Imaginarium Circuits at Grandvalira - Grau Roig (Coma III and Piolet area), Pas de la Casa sector and Encamp sector (Els Cortals area), and Mon(t) Magic Family Park at Grandvalira - Canillo (El Forn area).
Adventure activities:- 2 Mushing circuits (dog sledges)- 4 Snowshoe circuits- 2 Snowmobile circuits- 1 Timing slopes - 1 Cross-country skiing circuit- 1 Multi-adventure circuit- 1 Paragliding base- 1 Heliport- 2 Adventure Activity Centre reservation points
1 Ski and snowboard school with 6
centres
1 Freeride and Freestyle school
1 Children’s school
5 Medical centres
40 Refreshment points
14 Car parks (10 open-air / 4 covered)
www.grandvalira.comTel. +376 891 800
Snow SchoolsBy joining Grandvalira’s ski school, you will discover how much you can improve and get hooked on the world of snow. It goes beyond choosing between learning in a group or in a one-to-one lesson, beyond being regarded as a beginner or mastering your tech-nique. Grandvalira ski and snowboard school has six centres and more than 400 true snow ambassadors. A group of people who, devoting their lives to skiing and snowboarding will accompany you, review your tracks and give you tips for improvement. The school also provides a video service to help you correct your technique. And for the younger members of the fam-ily, five thematic children’s areas: Bababoom Circus, the Imaginarium Circuit and the Family Park Mon(t) Magic.
Adventure activitiesGrandvalira has 210 km of slopes to enjoy. The mo-ment you think you’ve explored everything, you realize that there’s still so much more to discover. You may find out that rackets are not just for tennis or perhaps try skidding in a snowmobile on the white asphalt, getting a bird’s-eye-view of the ski domain from a paraglider. Grandvalira is about skiing and so much more.
Freestyle & FreerideWould you like to really experience gravity? Do you believe that nothing is unattainable and find yourself constantly pursuing new challenges? Do you see life from the perspective of your board, regardless of where you are? Rest assured, in Grandvalira you will find three Freestyle areas for all ski levels and more than 13 km of off-slope tracks. The perfect place to get acquainted with freestyle and freeride, or to master the technique at our freestyle and freeride schools. Don’t miss our snowpark at night, it opens until 9 pm!
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GRANDVALIRA
Eating outGrandvalira has more than 40 different catering points, 40 incomparable places spread all over the area, so that our customers can choose anything between an open-air terrace with panoramic views of the Andorran Pyrenees through to the warmth of an open fireplace in a traditional borda. We offer high mountain gastronomy to suit all tastes, all needs and everyone’s pocket.
And if you fancy having a drink after a day’s skiing, we also have the best après ski offers so that you can carry on enjoying yourselves in Grandvalira.
Igloo hotelIf you enjoy new experiences, don’t miss out on this one! The Igloo Hotel and Bar Grandvalira, an uncon-ventional place where you will feel like a real Eskimo. Try out this unique experience in the south of Europe and enjoy this ephemeral construction, sculpted with different themes in each room, that will amaze you.
Top 5 hits of the season
Freeride Junior World Championships 28-30 January 2016
Following the organizational success of the last edition of the Freeride Junior World Championships in 2015, the Domain of Snow has demonstrated its hospitality and passion for freeride. This year, Grandvalira continues to pro-mote off-piste skiing, a discipline that attracts more and more followers. The Freeride Junior World Championship arrives for the second consecutive year in Europe at Grandvalira and promises major adrenaline with the presence of the best young riders on the international scene.
Skiers Cup30 January & 1st February 2016
Grandvalira will host the sixth edition of the intercontinental head-to-head known as the Skiers Cup 2016 Grandvalira. This event has a format similar to golf’s Ryder Cup in which the top golfers from the Americas compete against the best in Europe. In this case, however, the competition involves the world’s best, high-profile freeride and freestyle riders from both continents.
Alpine Skiing World Cup27 & 28 February 2016
The women’s Alpine Skiing World Cup at Grandvalira will take place on 27 & 28 February 2016 on the Àliga slope in El Tarter. In the week leading up to the event, the world’s top skiers will train at Grandvalira and it is expected that the resort will see high-profile athletes such as Lindsay Vonn, among others. The event includes a Super G and a super combined race. Grandvalira held the first edition of the women’s Alpine Skiing World Cup (slalom and giant slalom races) in 2012.
Speed Skiing World Cup10 -13 March 2016
After hosting the Speed Skiing Championships last season, Grandvalira con-tinues its commitment to the extreme speed race on the Riberal slope in the Grau Roig sector and will hold a new edition of the World Cup.
Total Fight Masters of FreestyleSnowboard: 25 & 26 March / Freeski: 1 & 2 April 2016
The 12th edition of the Total Fight Masters of Freestyle once again reunites the best snowboard and freeski riders at the Andorran resort. Snowpark El Tarter will be the stage for two weekends packed full with spectacular jumps and fun.
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To those who want to find the best snow, to those looking for immense snow-capped forests, to those who demand the very most: the North is now closer to you than ever!
Two ski resorts: Ordino-Arcalís and Pal-Arinsal, where you will discover new ways of enjoying the snow. If you like exciting emotions, you will love flying with speedriding and the freedom of freeriding in Arcalís. In Arinsal, you will be able to enjoy the “ski-comfort” concept and the best ambience on the slopes and during après-ski. In Pal, the animated character, Pocoyó will introduce the very youngest members of the family to the snow. The entire team at Vallnord works so that you can enjoy the winter of your life!
In Vallnord we had a dream: to bring the North closer to everyone who is like us.
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...Come to Vallnord!
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Imagine two ski resorts you can enjoy without
stopping, with the best snow conditions and an excellent offer of leisure time activities
and services. Stop imagining
it...
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Vallnord Arcalís - Be daring! Arcalís is synonymous to the best snow. The freeride mecca, the home of the Freeride World Tour. The most alpine and sportive ski resort of Andorra.
A wonderful area with ideal conditions for gliding down bet-ween trees and untamed nature. The incredible changes in level and steep channels, the height and its location make it the most alpine station in Andorra, with spectacular freeride areas and top-level international sports events.
If you are a beginner, don’t worry, we have the largest green ski slope in the Pyrenees. There is also a snow garden equi-pped with all the latest trends for the youngest members of the family to learn how to ski, as well as family areas such as Agustina Park.
VALLNORD
Vallnord Arinsal - Do as you please!Enjoy the snow in the best setting. With live music on the slopes. With plenty of life at the resort and in the town of Arinsal. Enjoy the best freestyle, with spaces created by the ASP Snow Parks team.
A really great atmosphere with top-class restaurants and services at the foot of the slopes so that you can enjoy an ideal holiday. Arinsal is aimed at couples and young people, but it is also ideal for families who want the greatest convenience with respect to access, slopes and services.
Access to the resort’s services are from the centre of Arinsal with the Orriols cable-car or with the latest generation Josep Serra chairlift.
Vallnord Pal - Everything you can imagine and more! Great emotions for small and large families. Try out the Jump, enjoy being pulled on sledges by dogs and even skiing with the animated character, Pocoyó.
The place to learn, to laugh, to share, and so on. Pal is the closest ski resort to the centre of Andorra, in addition to also offering convenient access from the modern cable car in La Massana. The gentle profile of its mountains and the magic of its forests mean that the entire family can enjoy this resort to the maxi-mum. At Pekepark, there are a whole host of attractions for learning to ski while playing in one of the best snow gardens in the Pyrenees. The ski and snowboard school have instructors who are specially trained in teaching skiing to young children.
This winter, make sure you don’t miss Ski & Lounge Pla de la Cot’s spectacular terrace with panoramic views.
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An all in one experience! Eating well on the slopes is essential. If you would like to sit down and try out some exquisite dishes, enjoy the gourmet restaurants in Vallnord. If you would prefer to eat something tasty, but more quickly, you can choose your Vallnord menu or ask for a delicious filled baguette. Make the most of our restaurants and cafeterias, with incredible views and terra-ces where you can sunbathe. Everything is prepared with the greatest care using the best products available on the market.
Learning to ski?It couldn’t be easier at Vallnord. Ski, Snowboarding, Telemark, Freestyle and Freeride with the specialized ski instructor from Vallnord ski school... No matter the speciality that interests you, your level or your age. Our 250 expert instructors are at your disposal to help you achieve your challenge. Schedules on demand, individual or group lessons, it’s up to you how you prefer to learn. If you want the best, hire Snowplus, an exclusive service which includes six hours of completely cus-tomized lessons with a qualified instructor and transfers from your hotel to the resort and back. The little ones will learn by playing and having fun at the three snow gardens or the three dedicated baby clubs at the ski resort.
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Don’t miss out on it!
Freeride World TourFor the second year running, Vallnord Arcalís will be hosting the FREERIDE WORLD TOUR, the top international category in this modality.
Arcalís has been very fortunate to join this prestigious interna-tional circuit as there are only five stops on the tour: Chamonix in France, Fieberbrunn in Austria and Verbier in Switzerland, along with Vallnord Arcalís for the European stages. Alaska will be the setting for the only event to take place in America. Make sure to put 23rd and 24th of January this winter in Andorra down in your diary!
Ski Mountaineering World Cup As is starting to become habitual, Vallnord will host two trials of the SkiMo World Cup this winter. Arcalís will host the tradi-tional “Font Blanca” individual time trials on 16th of January. On 17th of January, Arinsal, with its 1,000 meter difference in height, will be the challenge to be overcome in the Vertical Race.
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ARCALIS SKI RESORT
Location: 14 km (8,5 miles) from Ordino and 22 Km (14 miles) from Andorra la VellaAltitude: 2,625 m - 1,940 m (6,365 feet- 8,612 feet) Vertical Drop: 685 m (2,248 feet)Lifts: 15 Capacity to transport: 16,510 skiers per hour Skiable Area: 442 ha 30 km of ski runs 27 ski runs: 9 green, 6 blue, 10 red and 2 black5 FIS Slalom 21 Freeride areasWood Park1 Freestyle area 1 Boarder cross106 snow cannonsSnowmaking: 18 km 8 Refreshment points3 Picnic areas1 Ski and snowboard schools 1 Baby Club for children from the age of 1 to 4 years old1 Snow Garden for children from the age of 4 to 8 years oldEquipment: 1 rental shop on siteShops: Two points of sale of merchandising items, press, gifts, photography service and accessories1 Ski Locker1 Left Luggage1 Medical Centre1 ATMCar Parks: various with a capacity for 1,500 vehiclesAdventure activities: Snowmobiles, Gica Fer Tours, Speed-riding, two-seater paragliding flights,snow shoes, heliski.
Continuous free Skibus service that links the Arinsal and Pal sectors (departure from the bottom of the cable car in La Massana) with Arcalís.
VALLNORD
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ARINSAL - PAL SKI RESORT
Location: 5 Km (3 miles) from Andorra la Vella and 3 Km (2 miles) from Escaldes-EngordanyAltitude: 2,560 m - 1,550 m (5,085 feet - 8,399 feet) Vertical Drop: 1,010 m (3,314 feet)Lifts facilities: 30Capacity to transport: 39,180 skiers per hour Skiable Area: 707 hectares / 1,747 acres63 km of ski runs42 ski runs: 7 green, 15 blue, 16 red and 4 black5 FIS slalom2 Freestyle areas2 Freeride area1 Slalom area296 snow cannons Snowmaking: 28 km14 Refreshment points2 Picnic areas2 Ski and snowboarding schools2 Baby Club for children from the age of 1 to 4 years old2 Snow Gardens for children from the age of 4 to 8 years oldEquipment: 5 rental and sales shops on siteShops: One point of sale of merchandising items, press, gifts, photography service and accessories3 Ski Locker2 Left Luggage2 Medical Centres2 ATM9 car parks with a capacity for 6,600 vehiclesAdventure activities: helicopter trips, snow shoes, mushing, snowmobiles for adults and children, jump, snow bikes, Trikke-ski sledges, airboard and buggies (booking required).
Other: GSM coverage – G3 – Free WI-FI and dynamic information displays within main buildings.
www.vallnord.comTel. +376 878 800
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EL REFUGI
OBELIX
IGLOO
LA TABERNA
PANORAMIX
POLAR BAR
ARANS1360 m
LA CORTINADA1360 m
MEGAVERDA
Monument Arcalís 91
SISPONY1375 m
ANDORRALA VELLA
ESCALDES-ENGORDANY
ANYÓS1200 m
L’ALDOSA1200 m
ORDINO1298 m
COLLD’ORDINO
PIC DECASAMANYA2740 m
PIC DEL’ESTANYÓ2883 m
CANILLO
MERITXELL
ESTANY DEL’ESTANYÓ
ENCAMP
SORNÀS1303 m
ANSALONGA1328 m
LLORTS1430 m
LES SALINES1502 m
EL SERRAT1619 m
PORTELLADE BESALÍ2466 m
PIC DE BESALÍ2903 m
PIC DE LAFONT BLANCA2903 m
ELSPLANELLSL’HORTELL
1940 m
LES PORTELLES2552 m
LA COMA DEL FORAT2200 m
COTA 2625 m
PORT DE RAT
PIC DE CABEYROU2732 m
ESTANYS DEMONTMANTELL
PIC DE CATAPERDÍS2804 m
COTA 1550 m
PIC D’ARCALÍS2776 m
ESTANYS DEL’ANGONELLA
ARINSAL1475 mPIC DE
LES FONTS2749 m
PIC DE L’HORTELL2776 m
2332 m
CLOT DEL CAVALL2474 m
PIC DE PERCANELA2498 m
ERTS1350 m
LA MASSANA1230 m
ESCÀS1375 m
LA CAUBELLA1950 m
PIC DE CARROI2335 m
1780 m
PIC D’ENCLAR2383 m
PLA DE LA COT2052 m
ELS FONTANALS1970 mELS FONTANALS1970 m
PIC DEL CUBIL2358 m
ALT DELA CAPA2572 m
SETÚRIA
BORDESDE SETÚRIA
PIC NEGRE2569 m
PIC DELS LLACS2691 m
PORT DE CABÚS
ALT DE COMAPEDROSA2942 m
ESTANY DELES TRUITES
PLA DE L’ESTANYPIC DE RACOFRED2860 m
COLL DE LA BOTELLA2069 m
Estadi Nacional
La Coma del Forat
Estadi N
acional
La Coma d
el Forat
www.va l ln o r d . c om
ARCALISSECTOR
ARINSALSECTORPAL
SECTOR
WOODPARK
STADIUMOF SLALOM
SNOW GARDEN
COVEREDPARKING
SNOW GARDEN
AVD-PARK
ACTIVITIESAREA
ACTIVITIESAREA
ACTIVITIESAREA
ACTIVITIESAREA
ACTIVITIESAREA
STADIUM OF SLALOM
2 VALIRES TUNNELTO vallnord
SNOW GARDEN
VALLE DE SORTENY
NATURAL PARK
VALLES DE COMAPEDROSANATURAL PARK
FAMILYPARK
Freeride exclusive liftFreeride
exclusive lift
2P Fixed chair liftCable Car
Ski LiftAerial Cableway
Conveyor Belts6P detachable chairlift
4P detachable chairlift Rope Lift
4P Fixed chair lift
LIFTS SLOPES
Very easy
Easy
Difficult
Very difficult
Green Spot:Pick-up Point
Nature trails
Orientation circuits
Gas station
Camping sites
Hotels
Bus
Panoramic view
Telephone
Toilets
Parkings
Picnic area
Cashpoint
Medical centres
Shops
Photography services
Lockers
Snow gardens
Babyclub
Ski rental
Ski lockers
Ski school
Ski passes
Information
Coffee Shop
Restaurants
SERVICES ACTIVITIES
Ski Bikes
Caterpillar
Ponis
Speed Riding
Snow Shoes
Snowmobiles
Trikke Ski
Sledges
Two-seater paragliding-Tandem
Gicafer
Heliski
Elastic beds
Snow-Ratrack
Ice Karting
THE USE OF AN AVALANCHE VICTIM DETECTOR (AVD), PROBES AND SHOVELS IS RECOMMENDED FOR THOSE FREE-RIDING
DARK SLOPES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SNOW CANNONS.
EMERGENCYTELEPHONE 112
SLOPE DANGER INDEX SNOW STABILITY
SLIGHT
ELEVATED
HIGH
VERY HIGH
Stable the majority of the time.Moderately stable at steep areas. Stable throughout the rest of the slope.
Moderately and feebly stable.
Widespread instability.
Feebly stable.
MODERATE
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EL REFUGI
OBELIX
IGLOO
LA TABERNA
PANORAMIX
POLAR BAR
ARANS1360 m
LA CORTINADA1360 m
MEGAVERDA
Monument Arcalís 91
SISPONY1375 m
ANDORRALA VELLA
ESCALDES-ENGORDANY
ANYÓS1200 m
L’ALDOSA1200 m
ORDINO1298 m
COLLD’ORDINO
PIC DECASAMANYA2740 m
PIC DEL’ESTANYÓ2883 m
CANILLO
MERITXELL
ESTANY DEL’ESTANYÓ
ENCAMP
SORNÀS1303 m
ANSALONGA1328 m
LLORTS1430 m
LES SALINES1502 m
EL SERRAT1619 m
PORTELLADE BESALÍ2466 m
PIC DE BESALÍ2903 m
PIC DE LAFONT BLANCA2903 m
ELSPLANELLSL’HORTELL
1940 m
LES PORTELLES2552 m
LA COMA DEL FORAT2200 m
COTA 2625 m
PORT DE RAT
PIC DE CABEYROU2732 m
ESTANYS DEMONTMANTELL
PIC DE CATAPERDÍS2804 m
COTA 1550 m
PIC D’ARCALÍS2776 m
ESTANYS DEL’ANGONELLA
ARINSAL1475 mPIC DE
LES FONTS2749 m
PIC DE L’HORTELL2776 m
2332 m
CLOT DEL CAVALL2474 m
PIC DE PERCANELA2498 m
ERTS1350 m
LA MASSANA1230 m
ESCÀS1375 m
LA CAUBELLA1950 m
PIC DE CARROI2335 m
1780 m
PIC D’ENCLAR2383 m
PLA DE LA COT2052 m
ELS FONTANALS1970 mELS FONTANALS1970 m
PIC DEL CUBIL2358 m
ALT DELA CAPA2572 m
SETÚRIA
BORDESDE SETÚRIA
PIC NEGRE2569 m
PIC DELS LLACS2691 m
PORT DE CABÚS
ALT DE COMAPEDROSA2942 m
ESTANY DELES TRUITES
PLA DE L’ESTANYPIC DE RACOFRED2860 m
COLL DE LA BOTELLA2069 m
Estadi Nacional
La Coma del Forat
Estadi N
acional
La Coma d
el Forat
www.va l ln o r d . c om
ARCALISSECTOR
ARINSALSECTORPAL
SECTOR
WOODPARK
STADIUMOF SLALOM
SNOW GARDEN
COVEREDPARKING
SNOW GARDEN
AVD-PARK
ACTIVITIESAREA
ACTIVITIESAREA
ACTIVITIESAREA
ACTIVITIESAREA
ACTIVITIESAREA
STADIUM OF SLALOM
2 VALIRES TUNNELTO vallnord
SNOW GARDEN
VALLE DE SORTENY
NATURAL PARK
VALLES DE COMAPEDROSANATURAL PARK
FAMILYPARK
Freeride exclusive liftFreeride
exclusive lift
2P Fixed chair liftCable Car
Ski LiftAerial Cableway
Conveyor Belts6P detachable chairlift
4P detachable chairlift Rope Lift
4P Fixed chair lift
LIFTS SLOPES
Very easy
Easy
Difficult
Very difficult
Green Spot:Pick-up Point
Nature trails
Orientation circuits
Gas station
Camping sites
Hotels
Bus
Panoramic view
Telephone
Toilets
Parkings
Picnic area
Cashpoint
Medical centres
Shops
Photography services
Lockers
Snow gardens
Babyclub
Ski rental
Ski lockers
Ski school
Ski passes
Information
Coffee Shop
Restaurants
SERVICES ACTIVITIES
Ski Bikes
Caterpillar
Ponis
Speed Riding
Snow Shoes
Snowmobiles
Trikke Ski
Sledges
Two-seater paragliding-Tandem
Gicafer
Heliski
Elastic beds
Snow-Ratrack
Ice Karting
THE USE OF AN AVALANCHE VICTIM DETECTOR (AVD), PROBES AND SHOVELS IS RECOMMENDED FOR THOSE FREE-RIDING
DARK SLOPES ARE EQUIPPED WITH SNOW CANNONS.
EMERGENCYTELEPHONE 112
SLOPE DANGER INDEX SNOW STABILITY
SLIGHT
ELEVATED
HIGH
VERY HIGH
Stable the majority of the time.Moderately stable at steep areas. Stable throughout the rest of the slope.
Moderately and feebly stable.
Widespread instability.
Feebly stable.
MODERATE
C
M
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CM
MY
CY
CMY
K
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Tel. +376 751 145
TECHNICAL FACTS:
Altitude: 1,775 metresSki domain: 3 hectares2 green runs for beginners1 marked run for sledges16 snow cannons guarantying 100 % coverage of the domain1 ski and snowboard school with fully qualified instructors1 ski rental shopFree car park near the runs
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Easy skiing for beginners, with guaranteedsnow throughout the winter seasonParador Canaro was founded in 1968 with a ski lift, two instructors and a ski rental shop. Since then, the resort has adapted to new technology with the installation of the first snow cannon in Andorra. Snowmaking is available on the three hectares of the ski domain. The resort is located in the Canillo valley, between El Tarter and Soldeu. All the services are easily accessible. With its two runs specially designed for beginners, Parador Canaro is the ideal place for children and adults to become acquainted with the snow in a secure environment. The family atmosphere of Parador Canaro, of the 4-star Parador Canaro hotel and their respective servi-ces will facilitate your first experience of the snow. An area exclusively designated for sledding is also available, the children’s delight.
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Cross-country skiing and lots more! Naturlandia is the Andorran adventure park, which is in Sant Julià de Lòria. It has the Tobotronc, the longest natural slide in the world, covering a route of 5,3 km, which allows you to see the forest from the inside, while descending in a comfortable two-seater sledge which is easy to control. Another great activity is the Airtrekk, the largest Sky Trail in Europe. It is a structure consisting of 10 towers and 3 raised levels with different circuits made of rope and walkways.
At Naturlandia, you can also practice cross-country skiing with the more than 15 km of sign-posted tracks, at an altitude of 2,050 m. The range of activities you will find in the park is very exten-sive: snowmobiles, snowshoes, an animal park, electric vehicles, tubby and mini-tubby slide, ponies, an area with inflatables, handicraft workshops for children, zip-lining, archery and mini golf, among others. You can also stop at any of the restaurants you will find in the beautiful natural countryside.
New interactive area: in the Bears Cave you will find the new interactive area which will allow you to get to know and discover different characteristics about animals at the same time as having really good fun.
Try out our nocturnal activity packs this winter:
Snowmobiles and/or snowshoes + supper (optional)
Naturlandia has two kinds of accommodation: the Borda de Conangle, a unique place at a height of 2,000 m in the Rabassa Forests, or the Naturlandia Hostel, at a height of 1,600 m, which has multiple rooms, all of which have bunk beds, a dining room, collective showers and bathrooms, a luggage office, laundry, an events room/discotheque, a TV salon, free Wi-Fi and a multipurpose recreational hall.
www.naturlandia.adInformation: [email protected] tel. +376 741 444
Booking: [email protected] tel. +376 741 463
Indoor Freestyle and Skate ParkDo you like jumping on trampolines? Have you always dreamed about doing a mortal jump? Do you love jumping on skis or on your snowboard? Or do you prefer grinding on your skateboard? 360° eXtrem is the ideal place for doing all these sports, individually or in a group, whether or not you’re familiar with them.
360° eXtrem is an indoor leisure time and training centre where you will experience new sensations while practising all the sports you really love in a single place: trampolines, snowboard, freeski, skateboarding, BMX, skates and many other disciplines. At 360° eXtrem, fun is gua-ranteed, whatever sport you enjoy and whatever your level. Thanks to our staff, our trampolines, our ramp (for jumping with skis or snow-board or on a bicycle, skateboard or skates) and our foam pits, you can try out all the tricks you’ve dreamed of without hurting yourself.
We also have a skate park, created by the American company, Ca-lifornia Skateparks, where there is an indoor bowl, a street part with stairs, railings, hubbas and many more things so that you can have a great time throughout the year.
Tel. +376 828 566
Av. Santa Coloma, 115. AD500 Andorra la Vella
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Welcome to non-stop!The Palau de Gel is in the centre of Canillo, at the foot of the Grandvalira ski resort and just 15 minutes from the capital, Andorra la Vella.
This is an area where you will be able to enjoy a whole host of activities for adults and children all year round.
Activities on the ice rink: - Ice skating with rental of material- Ice skating classes- Circuit of children’s electric vehicles (weekends) for children aged between 5 and 10Novelty: children’s karting on ice. For children aged 7 to 14, on Saturdays at 08.30 pm.
Evening activities for over 16s (please book in advance): - Karting on ice, individual series or competitions for groups (Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays)- Hockey, broomball, football on ice and curling- Water polo and kayak polo in the swimming pool
Novelty: active Mondays - on Mondays, the evening time activities (hockey, broomball, curling, football on ice, kayak polo and water polo) are 30% cheaper!
Combine your activities with a meal at one of our restaurants.
Other facilities:Indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis court, squash court, multipurpose hall and restaurant-cafeteria.
Tel. +376 800 840
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CultureAndorra has a long history. In 1278 the Principality of Andorra was born with the signature of the “Pareatges” between the Bishop of Urgell and the count of Foix, but man populated the valleys 5,000 years before then. The outcome is an enormous cultural legacy that has been treasured through the years. Inquisitive visitors can discover amazing cultural itineraries, mu-seums that describe the customs and local traditions, or the rich Romanesque heritage that has been with us the last 1,000 years.
If you enjoy finding out about the culture of a country and getting to know what its museums have to offer, Andorra has 18 different ones, each with a special story of its own. Ask for the Passmuseu at any Tourist Information Office in the country and take full advantage of its benefits. Further information at any Tourist Information Office or in the museums themselves. We also recommend visiting the Casa de la Vall, which will surprise you. This building, which is the most emblematic one in Andorra, is the former headquarters of the General Council.
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ShoppingAndorra is a unique shopping destination. More than 1,500 shops and stores are concentrated in a few acres to ensure that you find what you are looking for. Designer and luxury goods, fashion, jewellery, beauty, perfumes, pharmaceuticals or elec-tronics can be found seven days a week. In Andorra the friend-liness of a small shop is often combined with the glamour and splendour of boutiques that have nothing to envy those of the great world capitals. Escaldes-Engordany Parish is delighted to present VIVAND, an open-air shopping and leisure time area exclusively for pedestrians, in Avinguda Carlemany.
Andorra Shopping Festival 2015A creative festival in Andorra La Vella and Escaldes to enjoy shopping with a blend of fashion, art, leisure time and cultu-re. Unique shop windows, urban art, music and plays in the street, gastronomy and a whole host of other activities. We look forward to seeing you with offers, fantastic promotions and a wide range of entertainment. This autumn, come to the Andorra Shopping Festival and enjoy new, passionate experiences.
Advance on the sales! Our sales start days before those of the neighbouring countries, France and Spain; so make the most of them! Our winter sales start at the end of December and last through to February and the summer sales run from June to the end of August.
Imagine an endless outdoor
shopping gallery, which brings together some
of the most prestigious brands at prices
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AccomodationSpending some days in Andorra is always a good choice. 285 tourist establishments that provide a total of almost 43,000 beds all over the country will guarantee it. Whatever your budget or nature you will find accommodation that suits you. Looking for a hotel in the heart of the town? No problem, transport is excellent. You can be on the local slopes straight after breakfast. Would you rather sleep nearer the slopes? Perfect, the only headache is the choice between the multiple options of accommodation available.
You can enjoy rural tourism in Andorra! The Principality now has the leading accommodation of this kind. Those who love being in nature can also enjoy the manned Sorteny refuge, which is open all year round.
Different combinations are all possible in Andorra and every option offers an excellent balance between quality and price. When the time comes to leave you will not want to check out.
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GastronomyThe “bordes” are traditional Pyrenean buildings made of stone and timber that in the past were used to store hay and farming tools. Nowadays most of them are cosy restaurants where you can enjoy authentic mountain cuisine such as “escudella” a stew which is an excellent choice to fight the winter temperatures, “trinxat” a tasty mix of meat and vegetables blended and fried, mountain rice or a plate of snails (some of the local delights are reserved only for bravest). Costumers can also opt for top-quality contemporary and creative cuisine directly influenced by the neighbouring French and Spanish master chefs.
Check out on the agenda whether your visit coincides with any of the many Gastrono-mic Campaigns that are organised during the winter months and which are the perfect occasion to try out some exquisite menus proposed by the leading chefs in the country.
You should not leave Andorra without having booked a table to have supper in any of the restaurants up in the ski stations: share a meal in an unbeatable mountainside setting with your partner, friends or family. We are convinced you will remember this experience for a long time!
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palate, based on traditional mountain
cuisine but with twists of creative
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Imagine a wellness place where you can disconnect and purify yourself, as well as having fun, in innovative
facilities created for your well-being. Stop imagining
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WellnessThe presence of thermal waters in Les Es-caldes was already known in the ancient ti-mes. Rich in sulphur and minerals the water was soon to prove its analgesic, healing, decongestant and anti-allergic properties. Today, thousands of visitors a year enjoy its beneficial effects in Caldea, the largest hot spring complex in southern Europe. Caldea offers relaxation, well-being and more within spectacular surroundings. The culture of water has taken deep roots and there are many places that have recently incorporated wellness areas into their servi-ces, some of which have a surface area of up to 5,000 m².
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INÚU is the name of the centre attached to the well-known CALDEA Thermal Centre. These facilities, also designed by the French architect, Jean-Michel Ruols, give CALDEA a new dimen-sion as well as extending it.
CALDEA continues offering spa fun, the discovery of the plea-sures and benefits of thermal water for leisure purposes (a suc-cessful concept for families and groups of friends) and now, with INÚU, it presents a proposal with services aimed at achieving comprehensive, customised well-being for people, taking into mind the individual needs of each customer.
www.caldea.comwww.inuu.com
Tel. +376 800 995
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Andorra’s nightlifeThe days are cold on the slopes. But Andorran nightlife has a warm, friendly feel to it. There are clubs, pubs and discotheques all over the country, where you can have a drink while you’re dancing or listening to music and enjoy your stay, day and night!
After skiing, the ski resorts put on a programme of con-certs and festivals, with internationally recognised ar-tists. The evening could also start out in a pub, listening to a live band, with your favourite drink in your hand and, if you have enough energy left after spending the day on the slopes, you might like to end up on the dance floor of one of the many discotheques until the early hours of the morning.
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atmosphere with different tones by night, with fun to be had in
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Summer in AndorraWith the arrival of the good weather, the country can be discovered all over again. The white countryside that bewitched the winter is now unrecognisable, but this doesn’t mean that it is lost its charm. It’s time to take your backpack and to follow one of the many routes which take you, between mountain peaks and lakes, to places of extraordinary beauty.
In summer, the 468 km² of Andorra will take you to a world of nature in its purest state and of impressive coun-tryside. You will find beautiful views, for example, in the three protected open spaces in the country: Les Valls del Comapedrosa Communal Natural Park, Sorteny Natural Park and the Vall del Madriu-Perafita-Claror. The last of these three has been declared World Heritage by UNESCO.
Discover each nook and cranny of Andorran beauty by following the GRP that goes practically all around the country. It consists of 100 km divided into seven stages. You can ask for a passport at any of the refuges there are in Andorra and if you manage to fill it up with a stamp from all of them, you will be given several gifts and a diploma signed by the Minister of Tourism.
Remember… Summer in Andorra is synonymous with nature, but it also offers many other activities. With the arrival of the good weather, it is the ideal time to enjoy one of the open-air festivals, live music, or exclusive shows. If you don’t want to miss a single one, check out the agenda before starting your adventure in Andorra.
During the summer, Andorra organises a wide range of open-air festivities such as the free show “Scalada” by the Cirque du Soleil, live music in the streets and squares, traditional fairs and town festivals.
If you would like to receive information about all the activitiesput on in the country, downloaded the new Andorra Active Tourism App.
Oficina Nacional de TurismeTel.+376 820 [email protected]
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that you can enjoy in the summer, full of
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In the Grandvalira sectors in Canillo, El Tarter and Soldeu, you will be able to experience the mountain intensely in the way that suits you best.
El Mon(t) Magic Family Park Canillo is the ideal destina-tion for the entire family, in the heart of the mountain, with endless activities designed for the younger members You can walk along the path of legends, enjoy zip-lining for more than half a kilometre at a speed of up to 90 km/h, or stroll through the Fornatura nature interpretation circuits.
The Bike Park Soldeu is one of the main attractions of the season with cross-country routes available in GPS, Slope Style track, Enduro routes, as well as a module circuit for all mountain bike lovers.
Golf Soldeu, at an altitude of 2,250 metres, making it the highest golf course in Europe, has nine holes and a par of 33, a length of 2,519 metres and encompasses an area of 16 hectares. The Peugeot Golf Guide has rated it among the best ones in the world.
At Karting Marc Gené, in El Tarter, you will be able to burn off adrenaline on the 500-metre circuit designed for adults and children and drive two-seater karts that you can enjoy with the family.
Summer is the ideal season for enjoying a good meal. Grandvalira offers the best restaurant proposals, such as the acclaimed mountain gourmet menu at the Abarset Res-taurant in El Tarter.
In Canillo parish, you will be able to discover numerous mountain routes, lakes and mountain refuges, as well as via ferratas for all levels.
Imagine smiles, fun and relaxation. Bicycle rides, walking routes, going up to the top of the mountain by cable car, or a golf course
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In the Encamp sector of Grandvalira, the Funicamp cable car is the gateway to the richness and history of the Pyrenean environment and landscape.
In just 25 minutes, after covering more than 6 km following Els Cortals Valley, it reaches an altitude of 2,502 metres, where you can enjoy plenty of activities.
In the summer, it is the starting point for many hi-king routes and guided trips in 4x4 vehicles. You will be able to discover high mountain landscapes and the possibility of releasing marmots, enjoying the cultu-ral and historic heritage with a visit to the former dairy known as the Orri de Cubil through the stock breeding activity and the seasonal migration of livestock guided by a shepherd. Finally, at Els Pessons, you will be able to relax or carry out diverse activities such as hiking and fishing while enjoying magnificent views.
The Funicamp cable car allows you to stop at the halfway station and enjoy a pleasant stroll through Els Cortals Valley where you can photograph the uni-que rural and mountain landscape or do a via ferrata, climb the outdoor artificial climbing wall or go on a hike.
You will also be able to enjoy a wide range of res-taurant proposals, in Pessons itself as well as at the Funicamp starting point (interior building) or at the arrival (Solanelles), as well as anywhere in the town of Encamp.
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Mountain ParkActivities for everyone! “Gicafer”, karts, horse riding, jumping, archery, excur-sions in four-wheel drive vehicles, buggies, hiking, zip lining, Pekepark, wakeboarding, BMX and much more.
A world-class Bike Park!Vallnord Bike Park La Massana offers the possibility for vi-sitors to start out or to master mountain bike techniques, by practising descent, enduro or cross-country modalities.
As far as descent is concerned, which is the star activity at the Bike Park, there are 23 circuits with different levels of diffi-culty, 40 km and a difference in height of more than 1,000 m.
Vallnord Bike Park La Massana has hosted three MTB World Cups and the MTB World Cup Championships. In 2016, it will once again hold the MTB World Cup.
www.vallnord.com
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By planeThe closest international airports are “El Prat” in Barcelona (Spain) and “Toulouse-Blagnac” in Toulouse (France). These two airports offer international connections with everywhere around the world. There are also a few smaller airports within easy access to Andorra, like Reus, Girona and Lleida in Spain and Carcassone in France where the majority of the low-cost airlines fly to.
Bus routes to Andorra operate from most of the above-mentioned airports, please read on for more details.
Bus lines from the main international airportsSPAINBarcelona Airport – El Prat. 200 km / 125 miles to Andorra la Vella. 15 daily bus links with Novatel bus and Directbus.Girona Airport – Costa Brava. 260 km / 160 miles to An-dorra la Vella. 2 bus links on Friday, Sunday and festive days with Novatel bus.Reus Airport. 195 km / 121 miles to Andorra la Vella. 1 daily bus link with Montmabtell bus from Friday to Monday (must be booked in advanced).Lleida airport. 150 km /93 miles to Andorra la Vella.Andorra – La Seu d’Urgell Airport. 20 km / 13 miles to Andorra la Vella.
FRANCEToulouse Blagnac Airport. 170 km / 105 miles to Pas de la Casa (Andorra). 2 daily bus links and 3 bus links from Friday to Sunday with Novatel bus.Carcassonne Airport. 195 Km/120 miles to Pas de la Casa (Andorra).
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Bus lines from the nearest train stationsLleida Pyrenees train station (Spain). 150 km / 93 miles to Andorra la Vella. 7 daily bus links with Montmantell and Alsa bus services.
L’Hospitalet-près-l’Andorre train station (France). 12 km / 8 miles to Pas de la Casa (Andorra). 2 daily bus links with Montmantell buses.
Bus detailsALSA:www.alsa.esTel. (+376) 827 379 - (+34) 902 422 242
DIRECTBUS: www.andorradirectbus.esTel. (+376) 805 151 - (+34) 902 109 276Regular connection between Barcelona airport/Barcelona city to the centre of Andorra.
MONTMANTELL: www.andorrabus.comTel. (+376) 866 444 - (+34) 973 982 949
NOVATEL: www.andorrabybus.comTel. (+376) 803 789 - (+34) 973 984 016 Door to door bus service (must be booked in advance).
DO I NEED A VISA?
Because Andorra is an independent country, it has its own laws and regulations. To travel to Andorra you don’t need a visa, whatever your nationality. However, because to get to Andorra you will need to travel through Spain or France, citizens from a country outside the Schengen Area need to find out if they need a visa to enter the countries that belong to the Schengen Agreement before travelling to Andorra. For more information visit: www.mae.ad
