What to do in Grandvalira

You've probably heard about Grandvalira countless times, having read thousands of articles about ski trips, snow holidays and mountain getaways. Grandvalira is the largest ski resort in the Pyrenees with over 280 km of skiable terrain and 128 available pistes for snow lovers, thanks to the 2003 merger of the current Pas de la Casa - Grau Roig and Soldeu - El Tarter sectors. Impressive, isn't it?



Besides skiing or snowboarding, Grandvalira offers numerous activities to enjoy with your family or friends, or even by yourself. There's also a wide range of summer activities when the snow disappears.
1. Snowmobiles: 

One of the most popular winter activities is snowmobiling. Check here for all available companies and offers, and here for the best routes across different sectors.




2. Dog Sledding: 

Have you tried dog sledding? In Grandvalira you can enjoy this relaxing activity with family and friends. It's particularly popular with children. Available in Grau Roig and El Tarter sectors. See the best areas to experience it.




3. Snowshoeing: 

Another star activity. If you don't like speed and prefer walking at your own pace through areas otherwise inaccessible, then you must try snowshoeing.




4. Paragliding:

Let's go to the heights for paragliding over the Andorran Pyrenees. If you love adrenaline mixed with the peacefulness of descending through mountains, this is your activity. Find all the information here about available options.




5. Zip Line

There's a 550-metre-long zip line in Canillo. You can reach speeds up to 80 km/h. Dare to try?





Pistes:
The highest point of the resort is at 2,718 metres, with the lowest at 1,710 metres above sea level. There are 19 green runs, 39 blue, 39 red, 21 black, and 1 cross-country ski trail.

Lifts:
The resort has 9 drag lifts, 17 ski lifts, 28 chairlifts, 4 cable cars and 8 conveyor belts.



Sectors:
The resort is divided into 6 distinct sectors with piste access in each: Pas de la Casa, Grau Roig, Soldeu, El Tarter, Canillo and Encamp.
All sectors are interconnected so you can explore the entire resort without removing your skis.
By car: There are several ways to reach the resort. Depending on your origin, you'll need to take these roads:

• From Spain, take the C-145 road if coming from Lleida province or the C-16 via Cadí Tunnel.
• From France directly to Pas de la Casa via the N-22 road. From here you can also take the Envalira Tunnel to Grau Roig.