Andorra Ski Resorts to Open 240km of Pistes This Christmas
Andorra's resorts expand to over 240km of slopes for the holidays, up 40km from last year, boosted by snowfalls and festive events.
Key Points
- 240km of pistes planned for Christmas, +40km vs last year.
- 200km open this weekend: Grandvalira 125km, others 70-90%.
- Cold front brings more snow from Saturday.
- Festive events include torchlight descents, Santa, DJs, NYE party.
Andorra's ski resorts plan to open more than 240 kilometres of pistes during the Christmas holidays, an increase of about 40 kilometres over the same period last year.
The resorts outlined the expansion in a joint statement, calling it "one of the best Christmases in recent years" thanks to recent snowfalls and more expected soon. A fresh cold front will reach Andorra from Saturday, delivering further snowfalls over the next few days.
This weekend, around 200 kilometres of slopes should be ready across the three main domains. Grandvalira will offer 125 kilometres, Pal Arinsal about 70% of its pistes, and Ordino Arcalís roughly 90%. All lifts are set to operate.
The festive lineup features torchlight and lantern descents, appearances by Father Christmas and the Three Kings, snowside dinners, and après-ski events with international DJs. A New Year's Eve celebration is scheduled at L'Abarset.
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