Arinsal ski information
Arinsal is known for great aprè ski and a superb ski area. You will find a variety of restaurants and a wide selection of reasonably priced lively bars. A torchlight descent is an exhilarating way to spend your evening. Arinsal's is part of the Vallnord ski area ideal for families.
Linked ski area
Although the areas aren’t physically linked, the Arinsal Pal ski area shares a lift pass with Ordino Arcalis to create the Vallnord ski area. Beginners and intermediates are well catered for in Arinsal and Pal, while those seeking a greater challenge can take a short bus journey to Ordino Arcalis.
Skiing and snowboarding in Arinsal
Ski Information Beginners
Arinsal offers some of the friendliest English-speaking instructors we have ever come across. The gentle nursery slopes are set high enough to enjoy excellent snow conditions throughout the season, and for getting a great sun tan! For absolute beginners, our "First time" package is superb value.
Ski Information Intermediates
The Cota area at around 7,000 ft offers a variety of red and blue runs and to really test your skills, ski back down to the middle station or take the Les Fonts chairlift for a long, wide downhill run. Pal also has a great selection of long wide reds for perfecting those carving turns!
Ski Information Advanced
Adventurous skiers can try the steep, exciting runs off the Pic Negre and Pic alt de la Capa for mogul fields. The ski school offers advanced slalom racing and off-piste clinics.
Ski Information Snowboarding
Arinsal is a perfect place for beginners to get to grips with snowboarding offering great terrain for newcomers. For the advanced rider, there is powder to be found amongst the trees of Pal, the neighbouring resort and a snowboard park in Arinsal to test your skills.
First Time Ski/Snowboard Package
| Adult | Child (6-11) | |
| First time ski | £189 | £89 |
| First time board | £219 | £104 |
Improver Ski/Snowboard Package
| Adult | Child (6-11) | |
| Improver ski (low) | £239 | £119 |
| Improver ski (high) | £264 | £119 |
| Improver board (low) | £259 | £164 |
| Improver board (high) | £284 | £164 |
Snow Savers
Kids ski free: FREE lift pass for child aged 6-11 years. FREE lift pass for children aged 5 and under (available in resort). FREE helmet for children when pre-booking skis & boots.
Senior savers: FREE lift pass for seniors aged 70 years and over (available in resort).
Arinsal at a glance
Season Dates
Low season deps. 08/01-04/02 & 04/03-07/04
High season all other dates
Fly from
Gatwick; Bristol; Birmingham; Manchester
Flight time
Toulouse 3 hours
Transfer time
Toulouse 3 hrs 45 mins
Piste fact file:
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Resort Height
1,500m (4,950ft)
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Total Kms of Piste
68kms
Piste Type No. of Runs Easy 19 Intermediate 18 Difficult 5 -
Longest Run
6kms
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Number of Lifts
30 (1 Cable car, 1 Gondola, 11 Chairlifts, 13 Drag lifts, 4 Nursery Lifts)
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Snowboard Parks
1
* Terms & Conditions
Lift pass, ski hire and tuition prices shown are correct at time of publication. However, all prices quoted may be subject to change during the ski season.
