How big is Grandvalira?
Grandvalira has 210 trails served by 67 lifts — the most trails of the 3 resorts we track in Andorra.
Grandvalira resort guide
Encamp, Andorra
Pyrenees' largest ski area with 210km of pistes
Grandvalira at a glance
210
Trails
67
Lifts
8,661ft
Top
5,610ft
Base
3,051ft
Vertical
LEU
Nearest airport, 16 mi
15% beginner50% intermediate35% advanced
Grandvalira is the largest ski area in the Pyrenees, offering extensive terrain, excellent snow conditions, and modern facilities.
Your questions about Grandvalira, answered
How high is Grandvalira?
The lifts run from 5,610ft at the base to 8,661ft at the top, a vertical of 3,051ft. Of the 3 resorts we track in Andorra, that is the highest, with the 2nd biggest vertical.
Is Grandvalira good for beginners or experts?
The trails at Grandvalira split 15% beginner, 50% intermediate and 35% advanced, against an average of 23% beginner and 27% advanced across the resorts we track in Andorra.
On those numbers it suits intermediates and confident skiers and riders looking for steep terrain.
When is the ski season at Grandvalira?
Over the last ten winters Grandvalira has typically held skiable snow at mid-mountain from around January 10 to March 17, about 67 days.
February is the best all-round month on the record, with an average base of 20in, 17in of new snow and 2.4 bluebird days.
Month-by-month snow history →What is the nearest airport to Grandvalira?
The nearest airport with scheduled flights is Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel (LEU), Spain, 16 mi away in a straight line. Carcassonne Salvaza (CCF), France is 60 mi, Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) (PGF), France is 67 mi, Girona-Costa Brava (GRO), Spain is 75 mi. Road distances are longer, often much longer in the mountains, and the nearest airport is not always the one with the most flights.
How much is a lift ticket at Grandvalira?
A 6-day adult Grandvalira costs €345 for 2025/26, or €58 a day. For value it ranks 1st of the 3 resorts we price in Andorra.
Full lift ticket prices and history →Airports near Grandvalira
Airports with scheduled flights, nearest first. Distances are straight-line; by road they are longer, and in the mountains often much longer.
- Pirineus - la Seu d'UrgelLEU16 mi
- Carcassonne SalvazaCCF60 mi
- Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère)PGF67 mi
- Girona-Costa BravaGRO75 mi · major airport
Travel time to Grandvalira
Pick the airport you fly from for an estimate of the journey to the resort.
- Fly to Pirineus - la Seu d'Urgel (LEU)Quickest
- Flight
- 8h 10m · 3,759 mi
- Ground transfer
- 30m · 22 mi
- Total
- ≈ 11h 10m
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
- Fly to Carcassonne Salvaza (CCF)
- Flight
- 8h 10m · 3,774 mi
- Ground transfer
- 2h · 81 mi
- Total
- ≈ 12h 40m
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
- Fly to Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) (PGF)
- Flight
- 8h 15m · 3,814 mi
- Ground transfer
- 2h 15m · 91 mi
- Total
- ≈ 13h
Likely needs a connection: 2h 30m added
Estimates from straight-line distances, not timetables: flights at typical cruising speed plus taxi and climb, ground transfers at an average 40 mph. They leave out check-in and baggage time, and mountain roads in snow can take much longer. Check with airlines and transfer companies before booking.
Grandvalira lift ticket 2025/26
€3456-day adult Grandvalira · ≈$395
€58 per day · 3.7 km of trails per € · #1 of 3 for value in Andorra
Dynamic pricing — book early for lower prices
81value scoreGreat value
Grandvalira trail map
We publish a trail map only once we have checked it against the resort's own file, and we do not yet have a verified map for Grandvalira. Most resorts release the new season's map between October and December, so this page will fill in as winter approaches. In the meantime, Grandvalira has 210 trails and 67 lifts, running from 5,610ft to 8,661ft.
Why go to Grandvalira
- Stunning Pyrenean scenery
- Excellent for all skill levels
- Great for families
- Beautiful mountain views
- Modern lift infrastructure
- Good value for money
Things to know
- Can get crowded during peak season
- Limited nightlife
- Weather dependent
- Limited tree skiing
- Can be windy
- Limited challenging terrain
Skiing and snowboarding Grandvalira by ability level
Beginners
Grandvalira is excellent for beginners! The resort has dedicated beginner areas with gentle slopes, excellent ski schools, and modern lifts.
Intermediates
Perfect for intermediate skiers! Grandvalira offers a great variety of intermediate terrain with well-groomed pistes and modern lifts.
Advanced
Advanced skiers will find some challenging terrain at Grandvalira, but the resort is primarily known for its beginner and intermediate skiing.
Our take on Grandvalira
Food & dining
Après-ski
Price level
Mid-range
Facilities
Official resort website: grandvalira.com
More on Grandvalira
- Grandvalira snow reportLive conditions, snow depth and the 7-day forecast by elevation
- Grandvalira snow historyTen seasons of snowfall, snow depth, powder days and when the season ends
- Grandvalira lift ticket pricesDay and multi-day ticket prices, how they have changed, and value for money
- Ski resorts in AndorraLive snow reports and a map of resorts, cities and airports in Andorra
Ski resorts near Grandvalira
- Vallnord4 mi
- Ordino Arcalís5 mi
- La Molina, Spain22 mi
- Masella, Spain23 mi
- Baqueira Beret, Spain35 mi
- Cerler, Spain55 mi
Distances are straight-line, not by road.