How big is Vallnord?
Vallnord has 93 trails served by 30 lifts — 2nd for trails of the 3 resorts we track in Andorra.
Vallnord resort guide
La Massana, Andorra
Extensive terrain with excellent snow conditions
Vallnord at a glance
93
Trails
30
Lifts
8,399ft
Top
5,085ft
Base
3,314ft
Vertical
LEU
Nearest airport, 16 mi
25% beginner50% intermediate25% advanced
Vallnord offers excellent skiing across multiple valleys with modern lifts and reliable snow conditions.
Your questions about Vallnord, answered
How high is Vallnord?
The lifts run from 5,085ft at the base to 8,399ft at the top, a vertical of 3,314ft. Of the 3 resorts we track in Andorra, that is the 3rd highest, with the biggest vertical.
Is Vallnord good for beginners or experts?
The trails at Vallnord split 25% beginner, 50% intermediate and 25% advanced, against an average of 23% beginner and 27% advanced across the resorts we track in Andorra.
On those numbers it suits intermediates.
When is the ski season at Vallnord?
Over the last ten winters Vallnord has typically held skiable snow at mid-mountain from around December 22 to April 11, about 112 days.
February is the best all-round month on the record, with an average base of 28in, 17in of new snow and 2.4 bluebird days.
Month-by-month snow history →What is the nearest airport to Vallnord?
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 61 mi, Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) (PGF), France is 70 mi, Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS), France 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 Vallnord?
A 6-day adult Pal Arinsal / Ordino Arcalís costs €265 for 2025/26, or €44 a day. For value it ranks 2nd of the 3 resorts we price in Andorra.
Full lift ticket prices and history →Airports near Vallnord
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 SalvazaCCF61 mi
- Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère)PGF70 mi
- Toulouse-BlagnacTLS75 mi · major airport
Travel time to Vallnord
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 · 21 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 · 82 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 20m · 95 mi
- Total
- ≈ 13h 5m
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.
Vallnord lift ticket 2025/26
€2656-day adult Pal Arinsal / Ordino Arcalís · ≈$304
€44 per day · 2.1 km of trails per € · #2 of 3 for value in Andorra
69value scoreGood value
Vallnord 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 Vallnord. Most resorts release the new season's map between October and December, so this page will fill in as winter approaches. In the meantime, Vallnord has 93 trails and 30 lifts, running from 5,085ft to 8,399ft.
Why go to Vallnord
- 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 Vallnord by ability level
Beginners
Vallnord is excellent for beginners! The resort has dedicated beginner areas with gentle slopes, excellent ski schools, and modern lifts.
Intermediates
Perfect for intermediate skiers! Vallnord offers a great variety of intermediate terrain with well-groomed pistes and modern lifts.
Advanced
Advanced skiers will find some challenging terrain at Vallnord, but the resort is primarily known for its beginner and intermediate skiing.
Our take on Vallnord
Food & dining
Après-ski
Price level
Mid-range
Facilities
Official resort website: vallnord.com
More on Vallnord
- Vallnord snow reportLive conditions, snow depth and the 7-day forecast by elevation
- Vallnord snow historyTen seasons of snowfall, snow depth, powder days and when the season ends
- Vallnord 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 Vallnord
- Ordino Arcalís2 mi
- Grandvalira4 mi
- La Molina, Spain25 mi
- Masella, Spain27 mi
- Baqueira Beret, Spain32 mi
- Cerler, Spain51 mi
Distances are straight-line, not by road.