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5 of the best family ski resorts in Andorra
Hitting the slopes with little ones in tow? Looking for the best family skiing in Andorra to get them started? Don't get bogged down rifling through resort pages looking for the right one - we've done the hard work for you. Andorra offers cheap family ski holidays by the bucketful, with heaps of wide, mellow pistes, easy access to the slopes, kid-friendly amenities, reasonably priced ski schools and equipment rental, and plenty of cruisy blues and tree-lined reds to keep seasoned parents entertained while the kids are off at ski school learning their snow ploughs.
Andorra family ski holidays are magic. Imagine your family on the slopes of Soldeu and El Tarter, where the expansive children's plateau, top-notch ski schools, and the thrilling Snake Gliss sledging track await. Or, gather the whole brood and jet off to the picturesque pistes of La Massana, a charming mountain village with gentle, cruisy blues and easy reds ideal for pro-boarders in the making. Whether it's their first ski holiday or you have a mini mountain goat in the making, here are some of the top places to ski in Andorra for affordable family fun that's hard to beat.
1. Arinsal
Families are drawn to the pristine pistes of Arinsal year after year, and it's easy to see why. Arinsal offers incredible value for money with snow-sure high altitudes, top-notch ski schools, and a dedicated nursery area with gentle runs—basically, everything you need for your best family ski holiday yet.
Start your days on the relaxed, mellow pistes of the Pal Arinsal ski area. Drop your mini-skiers off at the ski school for their first lesson, or take them for a quick warm-up at the brilliant nursery area. Here, they can master their snow ploughs while you soak in those jaw-dropping mountain views. Alternatively, let snowboarders rip on the radical 'freestyle' area to practice gnarly tricks on the kickers, boxes, and rails.
One of the best things about family ski holidays in Arinsal is the variety of activities close to the resort. Get little hearts racing with snow tubing, ski biking, snowmobiles, and wicked-fast sledge rides. With your energy sapped, end the night by dipping chunks of fresh baguette in steaming vats of cheesy fondue, get a good night's kip, and be ready to do it all again tomorrow.
When to go: Use the December school holidays to whisk kids away for a Christmas and New Year to remember.
2. Canillo
Off the beaten track is the small, snowy haven of Canillo. This tranquil mountain village is part of Andorra's enormous Grandvalira ski region. It offers families incredible value for money and the perfect place to escape the crowds.
Home to great ski schools and wide, cruisy slopes, family ski holidays in Canillo are a paradise for beginners and intermediates. Get the kids on the super-speedy lift from the village to reach easy greens, or travel further up for long, gliding blues and reds that meander into neighbouring Soldeu, El Tarter, and Pas de la Casa. With over 210km of piste to explore and 2465m high altitudes giving reliable snow coverage - tots and expert parents alike will surely get their money's worth here!
Canillo is not just about skiing - it's also a hub of non-skiing activities. Experience the thrill of the supersonic Màgic Gliss toboggan at Mon(t) magic, with its 555m descents and 40km/h speeds. Or soar like an eagle over the mountains on the longest zipline in Europe. For something less hair-raising, visit the Roc del Quer lookout, a 20-meter walkway suspended in mid-air at 2000m, offering stunning panoramics of the Montaup and Valira d'Orient valleys.
3. Soldeu
Soldeu is THE destination for mixed-ability families seeking the bright lights of Megeve without the hefty price tag. With four- and five-star ski-in/ski-out accommodations to spas and saunas and fantastic kids' clubs, Soldeu has everything you need. Here, your family's reassurance and comfort is a top priority. Let little ones go wild at soft play while you unwind in the on-site jacuzzis - it's easy!
A great variety of runs, excellent close-to-slope amenities, and a warm, friendly Andorran welcome make the vast Grandvalira ski area perfect for the whole family. Start newbies in the beginner zone with a lesson at the excellent English-speaking ski school while more confident members take to the vast green and blue tree-lined slopes of Astoret to strut their stuff. And there's never a need to worry about the white stuff, with altitudes over 2600m and snow cannons ensuring the north-facing slopes get a good coating of snow from December to April.
Mini snowboarders can rejoice with the three incredible freestyle and terrain parks to master across Grandvalira. They can indulge in half-pipes, jumps, kickers, rails, boxes, and floodlit airtime if they feel gnarly.
When to go: Ideal for young families, book a Soldeu ski holiday in the off-season for super-value deals and plenty of ski-in/ski-out accommodation.
4. La Massana
La Massana ski holidays are the perfect place for first-timers, whether mini-skiers or new-to-the-piste parents. Its peaceful and scenic surroundings, great-value accommodations, and easy-to-reach slopes make it the ideal alternative to the hustle and bustle of neighbouring Arinsal and Pas de la Casa.
Book you and the kids in for group lessons at La Massana Ski School in Pal to make your first tracks on the pistes. With accredited multilingual instructors and classes for skiing, snowboarding, and freeride - everyone's catered for! There are also baby clubs for children aged 4-5, so parents can enjoy some time on the slopes worry-free. Later, grab the seven-minute ski lift to Pal and Arsinal's beginner sections to let the children run wild. At an altitude of 2500m, it's as snow-sure as it gets.
Later, wrap kids up warm and swap skis for snowshoes to explore jaw-dropping mountain vistas, take to the skies via zipline, or get hearts racing as you zig-zag through magical alpine forests pulled by a pack of huskies. Mush!
When to go: Let little ones enjoy a winter wonderland experience with a Christmas ski holiday. Munch on traditional treats, be dazzled by twinkling fairy lights, and shop for unique stocking fillers at festive market stalls.
5. El Tarter
Whether your brood is setting off on its first ski trip or has been shredding the slopes for years, there’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained with a ski holiday in El Tarter. Sitting high in the mighty snow-capped Pyrenees at the heart of Andorra’s biggest and best ski area, El Tarter offers a warm, welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere with super-convenient, great-value accommodations and skiing options tailored for all ages.
If you’re looking for lessons, El Tarter’s ski schools are some of the best in Europe. English-speaking teachers help you and your little ones confidently take to the slopes before letting you loose on the incredible 210km Grandvalira area. Novice skiers and boarders will love the dedicated beginner’s area, while the more acclimated can take to the long, cruisy blues and wide, tree-lined reds. Looking for freeride action? Seasoned pros should hire a guide to check out the six off-piste routes for heart-pounding descents.
When to go: February and March bring the best snow dumps in the Pyrenees - perfect for a half-term escape.
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