Ski resorts in Spain: compare prices and service

Italy, France, and Austria are traditional winter vacation destinations. However, today we are going to tell you about an equally interesting alternative. Read on to find out which resorts are less crowded and have pleasantly lower prices for accommodation and meals.

Sierra Nevada

Located in the Andalusian Mountains on the Iberian Peninsula. In 1996, the World Winter Sports Championships were held here.

The tourist season lasts from November to April, with a peak from January to March. The average temperature at the foot of the mountains ranges from +5°C to +10°C.

They are ready for warming here. More than 270 cannons have been placed on the slopes to ensure constant snow cover.

The total length of the slopes reaches 87 kilometers. Snowboarding, freestyle, skiing, and night skiing slopes have been set up on the territory. Modern ski lifts and cozy accommodations were also built. A special feature of the resort is the TV-house hotel in the cable car building.

There are also ski schools and equipment rental. A day ski-pass costs about €55 for adults and €40 for children.

A double room for 3 nights will cost about €350. The price includes breakfast. An apartment will cost approximately €400.

Baqueira Beret

Located in the Pyrenees of the province of Liege (Valle de Aran Valley) at an altitude of 1500 meters above sea level. The season lasts from late November to mid-April.

The resort was opened in 1964. Since then, it has become a vacation spot for civil servants and members of the Spanish royal family.

There are trails of different difficulty levels: blue, red, black, and green. The total length of the routes is over 150 kilometers.

On the territory of the complex, tourists can learn to ski and snowboard. Equipment can be rented.

A day ski pass will cost about €62, and €40 for children.

A double room for 3 nights will cost about €760. The price includes breakfast. An apartment will cost approximately €675.

Zeller

Located at an altitude of 1500 meters above sea level. The resort is considered one of the highest in the Pyrenees. It is also a part of the Aramon corporation.

There are 42 pistes with a length of about 75 kilometers. In particular: red, blue, black, and green. Therefore, the slopes will be suitable for both beginners and professionals.

For snowboarding enthusiasts, the largest snow park in Spain has been set up, and a long circular route has been laid for cross-country skiers. Any skiing area is easily accessible via a modern lift system: 6 escalators, 4 elevators, and 9 belt lifts.

A day ski-pass will cost about €57, and a children's ticket will cost about €14.

A double room for 3 nights will cost approximately €400, an apartment – €300.

Candanchu

The oldest ski resort in Spain opened in 1928. It has one of the best ski areas in Europe for beginners.

The tourist season lasts from November to early April.

Approximately 50 trails of varying difficulty stretch for more than 40 kilometers. There are also 24 ski lifts.

There is a kindergarten for children aged 2 to 7 years.

A day ski-pass will cost about €52. And the youngest ones will have to pay about €44.

A double room in a hotel with direct access to the slopes will cost approximately €318 for 3 nights. An apartment will cost about €400.

Formigal

It is located near the town of Salient de Gallego in the valley of Balle de Tena. It is considered the largest in Spain. King Philip VI repeatedly vacationed here.

The tourist season lasts from November to April, and the average air temperature ranges from +5°C to +10°C.

The total length of the trails reaches 140 kilometers. There are routes for snowmobiles, cross-country skiing, sledding, and snowboard cross.

There is an artificial snowmaking system that is actively used on some slopes.

By the way, travelers can take part in dog races, play ice karting, and even build an igloo.

A daytime ski-pass for adults will cost approximately €60, for children and pensioners – €47.

As for accommodation. A double room in a hotel with direct access to the slopes will cost about €370 for 3 nights. For an apartment, you'll have to pay about €500.

Adrenaline and unforgettable impressions are guaranteed! Feel the freedom on the Spanish slopes!

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