Unearth your ski boots because it's time to enjoy some freshly laid snow in the Spanish Pyrenees, an easy drive from the Costa Brava!

Owning a home on the Costa Brava isn't just about enjoying the sunshine and lazy days on the beach. The Spanish Pyrenees have five ski resorts, offering both Alpine and Nordic ski resorts. Well-known amongst the Spanish, the Spanish Pyrenees are still not quite on the map for ski fans in Europe, so they're the perfect getaway without the hustle and bustle of the Swiss and French Alps.

Alpine resorts

La Molina, Masella, Vall de Núria and Vallter 2000 are the Alpine ski resorts of the Spanish Pyrenees. The Alp 2500 area links La Molina and Masella to one another. All of these ski resorts have ski schools, so there's an opportunity to learn to ski for even the most novice of snow-lovers.

Nordic resorts

Guils-Fontanera is the Spanish Pyrenees' Nordic ski resort. It has 45km of pistes and for those who want to relax with a view and a hot drink (chocolate and mulled wine are always a good choice!), there are beautiful views over the peaks and the Cerdanya valley.

Mountain trails and ice climbing

For the more adventurous, there are some fantastic trails that can take you off the beaten track. A mountain guide is available at two of the ski resorts in the Alpine resorts (Alta Cerdanya Ski School and 360skiers - Turisme Actiu a la Cerdanya) to help you enjoy the wilder side of the snow-topped Pyrenees. Activities available include high mountain walking, ice climbing and ski mountaineering.


You can choose to ski in the Spanish Pyrenees near your home on the Costa Brava for anything from one day to a longer stay. A weekend break for a spot of exercise with friends and family on sunny slopes is the perfect escape from the dreary clouds of northern Europe. With flights from many local airports with low cost airlines, you can even take your own skis and ski equipment. What are you waiting for? Head to the Costa Brava for a break on some of Europe's best kept snow secrets!

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