Imagine your ideal skiing holiday…

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andorra
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The Principality of Andorra is a small independent state that shines like a
jewel embedded in the middle of the Pyrenees, between Spain and France. 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 Mediterranean. Only 468 km² (181 sq mi) make up the country but it is difficult
to imagine a greater concentration of attractions. The countless opportunities 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.
Andorra means skiing 300 km of slopes
Grandvalira
Vallnord
Parador Canaro
Naturlandia
360º eXtrem
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Caldea - Inuú
Imagine a land
of snow set in a
beautiful mountain
area with infinite
leisure time, cultural,
gastronomic and
shopping offers.
Stop imagining
it...
...Come to Andorra!
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Andorra by night
Summer in Andorra Summer in Grandvalira
Summer in Vallnord
How to get there
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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...
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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 preferences 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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www.skiandorra.ad
[email protected]
Tel. +376 805 200
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...Come to
Grandvalira!
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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...
The domain of the snow.
More than 200 km of slopes
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 competitions. 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 seven 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.
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GRANDVALIRA
Mountain details
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
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www.grandvalira.com
Tel. +376 891 800
[email protected]
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)
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GRANDVALIRA
Snow Schools
By 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 technique. 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 family, five thematic children’s areas: Bababoom Circus,
the Imaginarium Circuit and the Family Park Mon(t)
Magic.
Adventure activities
Grandvalira has 210 km of slopes to enjoy. The moment 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 & Freeride
Would 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 - Brubo Compagnet
GRANDVALIRA
Eating out
Grandvalira 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 hotel
If you enjoy new experiences, don’t miss out on this
one! The Igloo Hotel and Bar Grandvalira, an unconventional 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.
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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 promote 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 Cup
30 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 Cup
27 & 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 Cup
10 -13 March 2016
After hosting the Speed Skiing Championships last season, Grandvalira continues 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 Freestyle
Snowboard: 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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In Vallnord we had a dream:
to bring the North closer to
everyone who is like us.
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!
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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...
...Come to Vallnord!
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VALLNORD
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 between 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 equipped 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.
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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 maximum. 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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VALLNORD
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 terraces 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 customized 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 Tour
For 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 international 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 traditional “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.
Rider: Dani Fornell
Photo: Charly Vidal, Arcalis Fotoz
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VALLNORD
Mountain details
ARCALIS SKI RESORT
Location: 14 km (8,5 miles) from Ordino and 22 Km
(14 miles) from Andorra la Vella
Altitude: 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 black
5 FIS Slalom
21 Freeride areas
Wood Park
1 Freestyle area
1 Boarder cross
106 snow cannons
Snowmaking: 18 km
8 Refreshment points
3 Picnic areas
1 Ski and snowboard schools
1 Baby Club for children from the age of 1 to 4 years old
1 Snow Garden for children from the age of 4 to 8
years old
Equipment: 1 rental shop on site
Shops: Two points of sale of merchandising items,
press, gifts, photography service and accessories
1 Ski Locker
1 Left Luggage
1 Medical Centre
1 ATM
Car Parks: various with a capacity for 1,500 vehicles
Adventure 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.
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www.vallnord.com
Tel. +376 878 800
[email protected]
ARINSAL - PAL SKI RESORT
Location: 5 Km (3 miles) from Andorra la Vella and
3 Km (2 miles) from Escaldes-Engordany
Altitude: 2,560 m - 1,550 m (5,085 feet - 8,399 feet)
Vertical Drop: 1,010 m (3,314 feet)
Lifts facilities: 30
Capacity to transport: 39,180 skiers per hour
Skiable Area: 707 hectares / 1,747 acres
63 km of ski runs
42 ski runs: 7 green, 15 blue, 16 red and 4 black
5 FIS slalom
2 Freestyle areas
2 Freeride area
1 Slalom area
296 snow cannons
Snowmaking: 28 km
14 Refreshment points
2 Picnic areas
2 Ski and snowboarding schools
2 Baby Club for children from the age of 1 to 4 years old
2 Snow Gardens for children from the age of 4 to 8
years old
Equipment: 5 rental and sales shops on site
Shops: One point of sale of merchandising items,
press, gifts, photography service and accessories
3 Ski Locker
2 Left Luggage
2 Medical Centres
2 ATM
9 car parks with a capacity for 6,600 vehicles
Adventure 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.
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PIC DE CARROI
2335 m
ACTIVITIES
AREA
LA TABERNA
LA CAUBELLA
1950 m
ANDORRA
LA VELLA
2 VALIRES
TUNNEL
ESCALDESENGORDANY
TO vallnord
SNOW GARDEN
ANYÓS
1200 m
COVERED
PARKING
ORDINO
1298 m
PIC DE
CASAMANYA
2740 m
PAL
SECTOR
ESCÀS
1375 m
L’ALDOSA
1200 m
COLL
D’ORDINO
ENCAMP
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SISPONY
1375 m
LA MASSANA
1230 m
ERTS
1350 m
SORNÀS
1303 m
MERITXELL
ANSALONGA
1328 m
CANILLO
PIC DE PERCANELA
2498 m
LA CORTINADA
1360 m
CLOT DEL CAVALL
2474 m
PI
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ARANS
1360 m
PIC DE
L’ESTANYÓ
2883 m
LLORTS
1430 m
ESTANY DE
L’ESTANYÓ
PIC DE L’HORTELL
2776 m
2332 m
LES SALINES
1502 m
WOODPARK
EL SERRAT
1619 m
VALLE DE
SORTENY
NATURAL PARK
STADIUM
OF SLALOM
PORTELLA
DE BESALÍ
2466 m
PIC DE
BESALÍ
2903 m
PIC DE LA
FONT BLANCA
2903 m
LIFTS
SLOPES
ACTIVITIES
AREA
L’HORTELL
1940 m
SNOW GARDE
SERVICES
Cable Car
2P Fixed chair lift
Very easy
Restaurants
Cashpoint
Babyclub
Hotels
Aerial Cableway
Ski Lift
Easy
Coffee Shop
Picnic area
Snow gardens
Camping sites
6P detachable
chairlift
Conveyor Belts
Difficult
Information
Parkings
Lockers
Gas station
4P detachable
chairlift
Rope Lift
Very difficult
Ski passes
Toilets
Photography
services
Ski school
Telephone
Shops
Ski lockers
Panoramic view
Medical centres
Orientation
circuits
Nature
trails
Green Spot:
Pick-up Point
Ski rental
Bus
4P Fixed chair lift
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Piste map
PIC DEL CUBIL
2358 m
PIC D’ENCLAR
2383 m
PIC DELS LLACS
2691 m
PLA DE LA COT
2052 m
STADIUM
OF SLALOM
PORT DE CABÚS
ACTIVITIES
AREA
ACTIVITIES
AREA
780 m
ALT DE
LA CAPA
2572 m
PIC NEGRE
2569 m
BORDES
DE SETÚRIA
COLL DE LA BOTELLA
2069 m
ELS FONTANALS
1970 m
R
SETÚRIA
ALT DE COMAPEDROSA
2942 m
ARINSAL
SECTOR
ESTANY DE
LES TRUITES
IGLOO
VALLES DE COMAPEDROSA
NATURAL PARK
OBELIX
PLA DE L’ESTANY
ACTIVITIES
AREA
ESTANYS DE
MONTMANTELL
POLAR BAR
PANORAMIX
ARINSAL
1475 m
IC DE
ES FONTS
749 m
PIC DE RACOFRED
2860 m
EL REFUGI
SNOW GARDEN
COTA 1550 m
PIC D’ARCALÍS
2776 m
ESTANYS DE
L’ANGONELLA
ARCALIS
SECTOR
PIC DE CATAPERDÍS
2804 m
PIC DE CABEYROU
2732 m
PORT DE RAT
LES PORTELLES
2552 m
COTA 2625 m
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ACTIVITIES
SLOPE DANGER INDEX
SNOW STABILITY
Elastic beds
Snow Shoes
SLIGHT
Stable the majority of the time.
Gicafer
Ski Bikes
MODERATE
Moderately stable at steep areas.
Stable throughout the rest of the slope.
ELEVATED
Moderately and feebly stable.
HIGH
Feebly stable.
VERY HIGH
Widespread instability.
Heliski
Speed Riding
Snow-Ratrack
Trikke Ski
Snowmobiles
Sledges
Two-seater
paragliding-Tandem
Caterpillar
Ponis
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.
EMERGENCY
TELEPHONE
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www.skiparadorcanaro.com
[email protected]
Tel. +376 751 145
Easy skiing for
beginners, with guaranteed
snow throughout the
winter season
Parador 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 services 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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TECHNICAL FACTS:
Altitude: 1,775 metres
Ski domain: 3 hectares
2 green runs for beginners
1 marked run for sledges
16 snow cannons guarantying 100
% coverage of the domain
1 ski and snowboard school with
fully qualified instructors
1 ski rental shop
Free car park near the runs
www.naturlandia.ad
Information: [email protected] tel. +376 741 444
Booking: [email protected] tel. +376 741 463
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 signposted tracks, at an altitude of 2,050 m. The range of activities you will find in the park is very extensive: 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.
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Indoor Freestyle and Skate Park
Do 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 guaranteed, whatever sport you enjoy and whatever your level. Thanks
to our staff, our trampolines, our ramp (for jumping with skis or snowboard 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, California 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.
www.360extrem.com
[email protected]
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.
www.palaudegel.ad
[email protected]
Tel. +376 800 840
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 10
Novelty: 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 restaurantcafeteria.
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Culture
Andorra 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, museums 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.
Imagine
a rich cultural legacy,
with impressive
Romanesque icons
sharing the space
with a dynamic
present, full of art.
Stop imagining
it...
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Santa Coloma chuch
...Come to Andorra!
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Casa de la Vall
...Come to Andorra!
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Imagine
an endless outdoor
shopping gallery, which
brings together some
of the most prestigious
brands at prices
you will never have
dreamed of.
Stop imagining
it...
Shopping
Andorra 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 electronics can be found seven days a week. In Andorra the friendliness 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 2015
A creative festival in Andorra La Vella and Escaldes to enjoy
shopping with a blend of fashion, art, leisure time and culture. 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.
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Accomodation
Spending 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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Imagine
rounding off a day
of happiness in a
comfortable, welcoming
place that guarantees
you can rest and
recover your energy
for the following
day. Stop
magining it...
...Come to
Andorra!
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Gastronomy
The “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 Gastronomic 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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Imagine the
pleasure of flavours
and textures on your
palate, based on
traditional mountain
cuisine but with
twists of creative
gastronomy.
Stop imagining
it...
...Come to Andorra!
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Wellness
The presence of thermal waters in Les Escaldes was already known in the ancient times. 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 services, some of which have a surface area of
up to 5,000 m².
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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
it...
...Come to Andorra!
Arquitecte: Jean-Michel Ruols
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 dimension as well as extending it.
CALDEA continues offering spa fun, the discovery of the pleasures and benefits of thermal water for leisure purposes (a successful 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.com
www.inuu.com
[email protected]
Tel. +376 800 995
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Andorra’s nightlife
The 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 concerts and festivals, with internationally recognised artists. 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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Imagine that the
cold and the snow by
day become a warm
atmosphere with
different tones by night,
with fun to be had in
good company.
Stop imagining
it...
...Come to Andorra!
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Summer in Andorra
With 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 countryside. 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 activities
put on in the country, downloaded the new Andorra Active Tourism App.
Oficina Nacional de Turisme
Tel.+376 820 214
[email protected]
www.visitandorra.com
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Imagine
a world of extreme
beauty under the white
cloak that gradually
melts, of incredible
places with a whole
host of proposals
that you can enjoy in
the summer, full of
adventures.
Stop dreaming...
...Come to Andorra
in the summer!
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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 destination 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 Restaurant 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.
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Imagine smiles, fun
and relaxation. Bicycle
rides, walking routes,
going up to the top of
the mountain by cable
car, or a golf course
with spectacular views.
Stop dreaming...
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 hiking routes and guided trips in 4x4 vehicles. You
will be able to discover high mountain landscapes and
the possibility of releasing marmots, enjoying the cultural 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 unique 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 restaurant 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.
www.grandvalira.com
.....Come to Grandvalira
in the summer!
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Mountain Park
Activities for everyone!
“Gicafer”, karts, horse riding, jumping, archery, excursions 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 visitors 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 difficulty, 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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Imagine an endless
descent in mountain
bike. Imagine the
whole family enjoying
a day out in the sun
and activities in a
marvellous setting.
Stop dreaming...
...Come to Vallnord
in the summer!
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Stop
imagining it...
and come to
Andorra!
By plane
The closest international airports are “El
Prat” in Barcelona (Spain) and “ToulouseBlagnac” 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 airports
SPAIN
Barcelona 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 Andorra 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.
FRANCE
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Toulouse 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).
Bus lines from the
nearest train stations
Lleida 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.
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
Bus details
ALSA:
www.alsa.es
Tel. (+376) 827 379 - (+34) 902 422 242
DIRECTBUS:
www.andorradirectbus.es
Tel. (+376) 805 151 - (+34) 902 109 276
Regular connection between Barcelona airport/
Barcelona city to the centre of Andorra.
MONTMANTELL:
www.andorrabus.com
Tel. (+376) 866 444 - (+34) 973 982 949
NOVATEL:
www.andorrabybus.com
Tel. (+376) 803 789 - (+34) 973 984 016
Door to door bus service (must be booked in
advance).
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