The best ski resorts in Spain

Aramon Cerler
Experts rate the end of 2015 as unusual and extreme. And it is that in recent weeks an anticyclone has been installed on the peninsula that has prevented the arrival of rainfall, which has caused thermometers to reach temperatures typical of spring in many corners. As a consequence, seasons Ski have also suffered from a shortage of snow. Fortunately for the snow tourism sector, there is still a lot of season ahead, so the snow may end up coming.

While you wait, you can think about which ski resorts you want to go this winter. To give you a hand with the choice, today we are going to tell you about the best in Spain according to the 3rd edition. World Ski Awards, considered as the Oscars of the sector. Do you want to join us?

Aramón Cerler

Aramon Cerler1
Of the 8 resorts selected for the World Ski Awards, the one that has been recognized as the Spain Best Ski Resort, that is, the Best Spanish Resort 2015, has been Aramón Cerler, which is located in the municipality of Benasque, in the Aragonese Pyrenees. It has 79 skiable kilometers, 67 slopes and one of the largest skiable slopes in the mountain range, in addition to being surrounded by a beautiful landscape.


Formigal

Formigal
Formigal was one of the stations that was nominated. Located in the municipality of Sallent de Gállego, in Huesca, it offers 137 skiable kilometers and 147 slopes. In addition, it is important to note that here you can enjoy the area of leisure Portalet Park, where you can practice activities such as ski bike, the ice karting or the tubbing.

Astun

Astun
Another nominee is Astún, a ski resort located in the municipality of Jaca, in the Valle de Aragón. It has 50 kilometers of skiable slopes, in addition to offering all kinds of services: bars, restaurants, cafes, hotels ...

Baqueira-Beret

Baqueira Beret
We continue our tour of the best ski resorts in Spain in the Arán Valley, in the Catalan Pyrenees, where Baqueira-Beret is located, which offers 155 kilometers of skiable slopes spread over 103 slopes. It is important to note that, in addition, the station is characterized by having very cared for, an exquisite hotel and restaurant offer and beautiful views.


Candanchu

Candanchu
We return to the Aragonese Pyrenees to talk about the Candanchú ski resort, which is located in the municipality of Aisa. It offers 50 skiable kilometers, although the most expert skiers can also do off-piste. It is the oldest ski resort in Spain and, although it is not the most modern or extensive, it offers a marked character family. In addition, it is important to note that you can boast of having one of the best areas for professional skiers on the planet.

La Molina

La Molina
We also have to tell you about La Molina, a ski resort located in the municipality of Alp, in the region of Cerdanya. It has 61 skiable kilometers and 54 slopes. In addition, it offers numerous activities leisure: circuits mushing, snowshoes, snowmobile excursions ...

Masella

Masella
Also in the Cerdanya region is the Masella ski resort, which offers 74 skiable kilometers and 65 slopes that allow you to practice the ski to all kinds of people, regardless of their experience.

Sierra Nevada

Sierra Nevada
Finally, we have to talk about Sierra Nevada, which is located in Granada. It is considered the southernmost ski resort on the continent and the highest in Spain. It offers 108 skiable kilometers and 115 slopes. In addition, it is important to highlight the quality of the snow, the complementary offer of leisure and the exceptional treatment of the tracks.

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