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Welcome to Arinsal Ski Resort

Beginner and family-friendly with relaxed vibes
Fantastic value for money
Compact ski resort with everything you need

Arinsal, Andorra is an idyllic village in the heart of the Pyrenees. Small in size, everything you need is at your fingertips, making it ideal for young families, and it offers incredible value for money, too.

Heaps of wide, gentle tree-lined runs make Arinsal ski resort a favourite amongst families, beginners and anyone whose idea of the perfect ski holiday is cruising mellow pistes. Situated at 1,500m and with a range of runs climbing to an altitude of 2,600m, Arinsal is a good bet for snow throughout the season. Plus, an army of snow cannons will keep the pistes topped up should there be a dry spell.

The apres in Arinsal is super relaxed, with a smattering of bars and restaurants ready to welcome you off the slopes and fill you up with tasty Andorran specialities.

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Resort Information

Resort Altitude

1475m

Total Piste KM

63km

No. Skilifts

Snow Range

1550m-2537m

Arinsal ski runs & ratings

TOTAL: 63km

Beginner(Distance: 31km)

8/10

Intermediate(Distance: 24km)

5/10

Advanced(Distance: 8km)

3/10

Best time to ski in Arinsal

With reliable snow cover for most of the season, there are plenty of good times to go skiing in Arinsal. You’ll find the best bargains outside the peak periods of Christmas, New Year, and February. But there’ll be more of a lively atmosphere when the town is busy. Thinking of a spring Arinsal ski holiday? March is a great time to enjoy the best of what the resort has to offer – and that’s good snow, decent prices and a mountain load of end-of-season après fun.

Snow conditions in Arinsal

Snowfall in Arinsal usually gets started in December, but the heaviest dumps tend to happen in January. Temperatures remain pretty steady throughout the season but creep up in March where the days get longer, which equals more time to shred – perfect for a late-season getaway. Arinsal ski resort is also equipped with nearly 300 snow canons, so there’ll always be at least 28km of pistes to explore in the Arinsal and Pal ski area.

Things to do in Arinsal

Outdoor activities in Arinsal

If you’re craving fresh mountain air, Arinsal ski resort has plenty of outdoor activities away from the main pistes. Have a go at ski biking, sledging and tubing. Or, for an extra adrenalin rush, a spin around the snowmobile track is one of our faves.

Indoor activities in Arinsal

Want to stay indoors, or has bad weather stopped play? Make a strike at the bowling alley at Arinsal’s Princesa Parc Hotel. Or, for a bit of a day trip, head to Canillo, a 10-minute drive away, for a skate on the ice rink and whizz down the speedy Magic Gliss railed toboggan ride.

Spa and wellness activities in Arinsal

For a bit of active relaxation, the Princesa Parc Spa in Arinsal boasts a range of sensory experiences, including saunas and cold water therapy. The Caldea Thermal Spa is well worth a visit, too. One of the largest spas in Europe, there are no less than 18 floors of hydrotherapy pools – super zen.

Restaurants in Arinsal

Restaurant 360 - Top up the goggle tan and tuck into burgers, steaks or fondue on this suntrapped terrace, just a snowball’s throw away from the main gondola.

Ruta 40 - One for big groups. This hidden gem delivers big on flavour and portion size - even the most active skiers won’t go hungry.

Surf - This cosy, modern Argentinian-themed steakhouse serves up tasty barbequed meats and loaded empanadas right in the centre of town.

El Xalet - Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or craving a traditional Sunday roast, this top-notch hotel restaurant is the perfect place to treat yourself.

Nightlife & Apres in Arinsal

Arinsal’s apres scene has plenty to keep you entertained after the last lifts of the day.

Polar Bar - Kickstart your evening at this alfresco apres bar overlooking the slopes from the top of the main gondola. Feeling peckish? The bar snacks will keep you going til' dinner.

Cisco’s - Continue the party at this Mexican cave bar. With free nachos and ice cream for the kids during apres hours, live sports on the TVs, and party-of-the-day deals - it’s guaranteed fun.

El Moli - If you prefer a quieter end to your day, El Moli is the place to be. Located opposite the main gondola, it’s a super convenient spot to catch up with mates and natter over a beer or glass of wine.

El Derby - A lively Irish bar that rewards your loyalty with free beer! Also home to ‘Video Ski’ – see if you can spot yourself skiing on daily video outtakes from the slopes.