Vallnord-Pal Arinsal

Andorra's most northern, snowy and freeride-friendly resort, with quiet north-facing terrain and a big freeride scene.

Key Stats

Vertical Drop
800m (2,625ft)
The height difference between the top and bottom of the mountain
Summit Elevation
2,625m (8,612ft)
How high the highest lift or peak reaches
Base Elevation
1,825m (5,988ft)
Height of the main base village — higher means cooler, drier snow
Annual Snowfall
700cm (276in)
Average annual natural snowfall — higher is better for powder days
Trails
30
Total number of marked runs on the trail map
Lifts
14
Total number of lifts including chairlifts, gondolas, and t-bars
Resort Size
30 km of pistes
Marked piste length across the lift-linked area

Terrain Breakdown

The percentage of marked trails in each difficulty level. A higher beginner percentage means more terrain suitable for novices and families; a higher advanced percentage means more challenge for experts.

Easy
25%
Intermediate
50%
Difficult
25%

Best For

PowderOff-piste

When to go

Average snowpack depth, by month.

Vallnord-Pal Arinsal's snowpack peaks in December.

deepestJulAugSepOctNovDecJanFebMarAprMayJun
Snowpack
peaks Dec
Typical season
Nov – Apr

Snow depth: ECA&D, daily station data (1994–2023).

Location

Set in the Pyrenees of northern Andorra, this resort sits in the small mountain principality between France and Spain. The terrain runs through high valleys near the village of Arinsal, with a continental, mid to high alpine character.

Getting there

Moderate to reach

Fly into Barcelona (BCN), about 3.5 hours from the resort by road.

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