Grandvalira and Ordino Arcalís will wait for the snowfalls forecasted this weekend to define the official opening date of the ski season. Although a partial opening was planned for tomorrow with ski runs available in the Pas de la Casa and Grau Roig sectors of Grandvalira and the La Coma area of Ordino Arcalís, the weather forecast for Friday and Saturday, along with terrain conditions, requires postponing the start of the season despite the efforts of terrain teams.
Weather forecasts predict a cold front that will bring snow to all altitudes starting Saturday night and continuing until at least Monday, allowing the three Andorran resorts - Ordino Arcalís, Pal Arinsal, and Grandvalira - to open from next week. Additionally, temperatures next week are expected to be ideal for artificial snow production. A new official opening date will be announced soon.
Winter Bike Park and activities at Pal Arinsal and Canillo’s Grandvalira sector
Andorran resorts will offer alternative activities to skiing over the weekend. Pal Arinsal’s Winter Bike Park will open its doors and feature circuits such as Commencal Inferior, Old School, Best World DHI 2019, Wet Tube, and Maxi Avalanche Inferior, covering 16 km of trails with a 700 m elevation drop. The La Massana cable car will operate to provide access to La Caubella.
- Opening hours Bike Park: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Special price, direct sales at ticket offices.
The activity park will also be open with options for all ages, including a ropes park, the Big Zip zipline, and a tubing track. The resort has created a special package combining a pedestrian pass, access to the ropes park, and five tubing descents at a discounted price. Dining options include the Expresso café and the new Pasta Box restaurant.
- Opening hours Activities: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Special price, direct sales at ticket offices.
In Grandvalira, Mon(t) Magic in Canillo will also open tomorrow with attractions like Magic Gliss and the zipline. A special package including a pedestrian pass and three Magic Gliss rides will be available. The Forn de Canillo café will also be open.
- Opening hours Mon(t) Magic: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Special price, direct sales at ticket offices.
Ordino Arcalís will operate the Tristaina cable car for visitors, along with La Coma restaurant and Hortell café. Season pass holders for 2024-2025 can access the Winter Bike Park and Tristaina and Canillo cable cars.
Opening at L’Abarset: Brunch Electronik and More
L’Abarset, the top spot in Andorra, continues its musical offerings and will celebrate the weekend in style with the first Brunch Electronik of the season this Friday, December 6. Maceo Plex will headline with his unique blend of techno, house, funk, dark, and electro in a session that has already sold out. On Saturday, the Spanish duo Mëstiza will electrify El Tarter with their original fusion of electronic music and traditional flamenco.
Beyond the major weekend parties, this season brings back the “Urban Sounds” on Wednesdays with resident DJs and “San Miguel (never) Chill Thursdays”. Tonight, the Barcelona-based DJ Marcel BS and the funky house beats of Eric Vëlicë will take center stage. Sundays maintain the “Friends & Family (we love) 80’s and 90’s” concept, inviting all generations to share in moments of dancing and fun.
In terms of gastronomy, L’Abarset is reinventing itself with a broader menu, maintaining some of its iconic dishes while incorporating playful and diverse options. These range from appetizers to more traditional sit-down meals. The Goiko food truck will also return, serving gourmet burgers for a quick and high-quality bite.
Last Days of the Promo Prices for Andorra Pass and Nord Pass
The Andorra Pass and Nord Pass are currently available at reduced Promo prices for early purchases, valid until this Sunday, December 8. The Promo price for the Andorra Pass is €940 for non-residents (rising to €1,300 afterward) and €475 for residents (rising to €555 afterward). Loyal customers renewing their pass from the previous season will also receive an additional 5% discount, bringing the Andorra Pass to €451.25 for loyal residents and €893 for loyal non-residents.
The Nord Pass is available for €290 for residents (€275.50 for loyal customers) and €730 for non-residents (€693.50 for loyal customers).
Season passes are valid year-round, also providing access to summer lifts, including the prestigious Pal Arinsal Bike Park. Additionally, they come with various perks, such as discounts on certain station services and associated shops, guest invitations, or unlimited access to the Sunset Park Peretol by Henrik Harlaut. Further benefits can be consulted on each station’s website.
The resorts have set up multiple points for purchasing and collecting Season Passes:
- Grandvalira Resorts stand at illa Carlemany: special hours for the weekend, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Funicamp ticket office: from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- El Tarter sector ticket office: from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Canillo sector ticket office: December 6, 7, and 8, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Pas de la Casa sector ticket offices: from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- La Massana gondola ticket office: from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Ticket Office Planell (Pal): December 6, 7, and 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Ordino Arcalís ticket office: from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.