The snow is beginning to appear on the peaks of our mountains and you are already planning the next ski trip. Surely you are guided by friends, acquaintances or other people's experiences or you will probably repeat if you are one of the regulars every winter. But if this is not the case, we want to help you a little more to make the right choice.

Ski Resorts


In Spain we have a multitude of options throughout our country, better-known, more fun, more familiar stations... For them, we are going to tell you a little about the5 best stations ski that are consolidated for their facilities, for their comfort or for the quality of the snow they offer .

The best ski resorts for the winter season

1. Baqueira Beret - Lleida

In the heart of the Aran Valley, located in Catalonia, you will surely find the best known in the entire country for being one of the most elitist. It is the largest resort in Spain, with a total of 157 skiable kilometers and 103 slopes. It is the only station located on the northern slope of the Pyrenean mountain range.

Baqueira Beret


It is not known for being a cheap environment, but if you like snow and sports such as skiing and/or snowboarding are part of your life, enjoying them in these facilities is a true investment.Another of the cons of this season is that, in high season, especially at Christmas and Easter, the crowds of people can be somewhat overwhelming, you may have to wait a little longer than normal at each lift.

2. Formigal - Huesca

Also located in the Pyrenees, but this time in the Pyrenees of Huesca. This station is another of the perfect spaces to enjoy with your family and to go with your group of friends. Specifically, it is located in the town of Sallent de Gállego. It has 137 skiable kilometers and a total of 146 slopes.

Formigal Station

The quality of the snow, its care, along with the good slopes and its incredible landscapes make this resort a mandatory stop for this ski season. Also, if you are young, you are guaranteed a post-ski party.If you want, too You can go to the Panticosa station which is next door.

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3. Cerler - Huesca

Small, but bully! It is a perfect ski resort to enjoy different winter sports with the family. Being the highest ski resort in the Aragonese Pyrenees, it has ideal characteristics, since its snow is of very good quality.

It has a total of 67 slopes and of which there are a total of 104 skiable kilometers, its slope is more than 1000 meters. The Ampriu and Cota 2000 area stands out, where you will find its characteristic descent to the town of Cerler, enjoying a quiet walk through the spectacular forests.

Ski Lift Cerler Station


Its highest peak is the Gallinero peak with no more and no less than 2700 meters of altitude. Without a doubt, a small station, but highly recommended where you can find many offers and possibilities.


4. Sierra Nevada - Granada

Leaving aside the Pyrenees, we move to the south of Spain, where the Granda mountains, exactly in the Sierra Nevada National Park, open their doors to the bravest. It is the highest resort in Spain, which has a total of 131 slopes and 110 skiable kilometers.

Sierra Nevada Station


It is located just 30 kilometers from the monumental city of Granada, so you can combine tourist plans with ski plans without any problem, since there is public transportation that continually connects the city with the slopes and vice versa. In addition, the sea is also next door.

5. Grandvalira - Andorra

Although it is not located within the national territory, this station, which belongs to the Principality of Andorra, is the largest station in southern Europe so, given its proximity to the peninsula, we have decided to include it on the list.

Grandvalira - El Tarter Sector


Its characteristics leave more than one speechless as it has about 210 skiable km and is distributed in a total of 6 different sectors, so the skier can travel through the entire ski area without taking off their ski boots. skis.These sectors are Canillo, Encamp, Pas de la Casa, Grau Roig, Soldeu and el Tarter.

In addition, due to its infrastructure it offers a multitude of services and activities additional to skiing to enjoy the snow such as mushing or the snowshoes ski.
Ski resort Clues Ski kilometers
Baqueira-Beret 103 157
Formigal 146 137
Cerler 67 104
Sierra Nevada 131 110
Grandvalira 6 sectors 210

Now that you know the best slopes in our country, what are you waiting for to plan your snow getaway?