Quick answer: Andorra has three ski areas under Grandvalira Resorts — Grandvalira (about 210 km), Pal Arinsal (about 63 km) and Ordino Arcalís (about 30 km). The 2026/27 season is planned from 4 December 2026 to 4 April 2027 according to grandvalira.com. At CaranvaSports an adult full ski set starts at €23/day, with 10% off when booked before 15 November.
The ski areas of Andorra
- Grandvalira (about 210 km): Pas de la Casa, Grau Roig, Soldeu, El Tarter, Canillo and Encamp. The largest ski area in the Pyrenees; Encamp links up through the Funicamp.
- Pal Arinsal (about 63 km): in La Massana, quieter and very family-friendly.
- Ordino Arcalís (about 30 km): the highest, with the snow that lasts best late in the season and good off-piste.
2026/27 season dates
Forecast from grandvalira.com: 4 December 2026 to 4 April 2027, snow permitting. A forecast, not a confirmed date.
When to ski in Andorra
- Best snow-to-crowd ratio: January (from the 8th) and March.
- Busiest and most expensive: Christmas and New Year, early-December bank holidays, French school holidays in February and early March, Carnival and Easter.
- Early season (December): fewer runs are usually open; check the Andorra snow report first.
Ski rental in Andorra by area
CaranvaSports price for an adult full set (skis, boots and poles), per day and the six-day total where the rate drops with length:
| Area | Ski area | 1 day | 6 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soldeu | Grandvalira | €26 | €136 |
| El Tarter | Grandvalira | €26 | — |
| Encamp | Grandvalira | €23 | €115 |
| Pas de la Casa | Grandvalira | €26 | €136 |
| Grau Roig | Grandvalira | €26 | €136 |
| La Massana | Pal Arinsal | €26 | €136 |
| Arinsal - Pal | Pal Arinsal | €24.57 | — |
Book online and your gear is set up for your size, ready to collect at the shop in that area without queuing. Until 15 November 2026 there is 10% off. All areas: ski rental in Andorra.
Lift pass
The Grandvalira lift pass is sold by the day on the resort's website or through us; see Grandvalira lift pass 2026.
Getting there
- From Spain: via La Seu d'Urgell; Barcelona is about three hours away.
- From France: via Pas de la Casa and the Envalira pass or tunnel; Toulouse is about three hours away.
- Andorra is not in the Schengen area: bring your ID or passport, there is a customs check.
After skiing
The classic plan is Caldea, the thermal spa in Escaldes-Engordany (spas in Andorra), and shopping in Andorra la Vella. Where to stay: hotels in Andorra for skiing.
FAQ
When do the slopes open in Andorra in 2026/27?
Grandvalira plans to open on 4 December 2026 and close on 4 April 2027, snow permitting; Pal Arinsal and Ordino Arcalís follow a similar calendar.
How much does ski rental cost in Andorra?
At CaranvaSports an adult full set costs €23 to €26 per day depending on the area; six days in Pas de la Casa cost €136 in the entry range.
When is Andorra least crowded?
January from the 8th and March outside Easter. Christmas, Carnival and the French February school holidays are the busiest weeks.
Prices from the CaranvaSports catalogue as of 24 September 2026, VAT included. Reviewed every season.
