Pal-Arinsal Ski Resort Guide
Pal-Arinsal, Andorra
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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| Total Piste Length | 63km |
| Highest Lift | 2,560m |
| Resort Height | 1,500m |
| Nearest Airports | Barcelona and Perpignan |
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Pal-Arinsal
Pal-Arinsal links the Pal and Arinsal sectors above La Massana in Andorra. The resort offers a compact lift network serving a mix of tree-lined lower runs and open higher slopes. It forms part of the Vallnord ski domain.
Summary
Pal-Arinsal combines two neighbouring ski areas — Pal and Arinsal — accessed from the La Massana valley. The layout suits families, learners and intermediate skiers, with clear separation between gentle nursery slopes and steeper upper terrain.
The resort’s lift network concentrates activity into a compact zone, making it straightforward to move between sectors. Pal-Arinsal is commonly used for day trips from Andorra la Vella and as part of Vallnord itineraries.
The ski area of Pal-Arinsal is in the Andorran Pyrenees at an altitude of 1,500m, with 63km of marked runs.
Pal-Arinsal is part of the Vallnord ski area with access to 93km of downhill skiing, with 41 marked pistes, served by a total of 43 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 2,560m, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Pal-Arinsal is 6km long and the most difficult run is the 'La Devesa'.
Snowboarding
Pal-Arinsal offers some good boarding and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Pal-Arinsal.
Partner Offers
Snow and Weather
Snow reliability is strongest on the higher slopes and in colder periods; lower, tree-lined runs are more liable to thaw in warm spells. Snow depth and coverage vary seasonally — for the most recent snowfall, piste status and snow depths consult J2Ski before travel. Higher elevations in the area typically retain snow longer into the season than valley-bottom slopes.
When will it snow in Pal-Arinsal?
The next notable snow forecast is 6cm, expected on 11 February, with around 48cm forecast over the next 7 days.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
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| Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to 1,762m |
Ski Area Stats
Pal-Arinsal Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 4 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 16 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 15 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 7 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 63km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 5km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 30 | |
Vallnord Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 5 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 16 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 16 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 4 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 93km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 43 | |
Pal-Arinsal Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,560m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,550m |
| Resort Altitude (Pal-Arinsal) | 1,500m |
| Max Vertical | 1,060m |
Ratings & Suitability
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| Beginners | |
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| Apres-Ski |
Skiing
The resort comprises two linked sectors: Pal (the more sheltered, family-oriented side reached from La Massana) and Arinsal (which opens onto steeper, more open terrain). The lift network concentrates on giving quick access from the valley to tree-lined lower pistes and higher open runs; a gondola from La Massana is the principal valley access. Terrain varies from beginner nursery slopes and long cruisers to more challenging reds and off-piste options beyond the marked runs. The compact nature of the area makes traverses between Pal and Arinsal straightforward, and the higher slopes offer the most consistent winter conditions within the domain.
Pal-Arinsal offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Ski Lessons in Pal-Arinsal
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Pal-Arinsal Ski Schools and Pal-Arinsal Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Pal-Arinsal?
This ski resort is in the Andorran Pyrenees in Camí Pont Arinsal, Arinsal.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Pal-Arinsal is Barcelona, 150 minutes drive away.
Perpignan, Carcassonne and Lleida-Alguaire airports are all within three hours drive.
The usual international gateways for Pal-Arinsal are Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) and Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS). From either airport you reach Andorra by road via a rented car, private transfer or scheduled shuttle services that connect to La Massana and the resort. Check current transfer options and road conditions before travel.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 30 ski lifts are able to uplift 33,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 25km of ski runs, with 350 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Pal-Arinsal open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
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NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
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