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Ski & Mountain Resorts in
Huesca, Aragon, Spain
- Candanchú, Astún, Formigal,
Panticosa-Los Lagos & Cerler and
Candanchú-Le Somport, Panticosa
Resort & Llanos Del Hospital Mountain Resorts; in Huesca, Aragon,
Spain
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There are eight ski & mountain resorts in
Huesca, Aragon, Spain.
Five of them are for Alpine Skiing and names of
the resorts are Candanchú, Astún, Formigal, Panticosa-Los Lagos & Cerler Mountain
Resorts.
Three of them are for
Nordic Skiing and names of
the resorts are Candanchú-Le Somport, Panticosa Resort & Llanos Del Hospital Mountain
Resorts. |
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Alpine Skiing |
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Candanchú Ski & Mountain
Resort |
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Candanchú
lies in the very heart of the Aragonese Pyrenees, not far from the Somport
mountain pass. It is Spain’s oldest resort (1928) and was the first to organize
mini-ski courses. At altitudes ranging from 1,530 m to 2,400 m, the resort
features a wide variety of ski runs suitable for all levels and a complete
network of mechanical ski lifts providing access to the slopes.
Must-See Attractions For The
Tourists In The Region
– The Road to Santiago.
– The Guisas Cave.
– San Juan de la Peña.
– Santa Cruz de la Seros.
– The Drawing Museum (Larres).
– Jaca (cathedral, citadel, museum).
– The Serrablo Route.
– Typical Pyrenean valleys (La Garcipollera, Ordesa, the Panticosa Spa).
– A range of climbs: Peña Oroel / San Adrián de Sasabe/ Ibones de Anayet.
Tourist Information
CANDANCHÚ
Carretera Francia s/n, 22889 Candanchú, Huesca
Information and bookings: +34 974 373 263 / 974 373 194
Snowphone: +34 974 373 192 ; Fax information: + 34 974 373 346
Fax snowphone: + 34 974 372 019 ; www.candanchu.com |
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Astún Ski & Mountain Resort |
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Situated
in the Aragón Valley (Aragonese Pyrenees), the resort is accessible from the
N-330 Road, on the way to Somport, on the border with France. It is 33 km from
Jaca and 115 km from Huesca. With altitudes ranging from 1,658 m to 2,300 m,
Astún features a wide variety of ski runs suitable for all skier categories. A
comprehensive range of services is available in the residential area, not far
from the terminal.
Must-See Attractions For The
Tourists In The Region
– The French Pyrenees National
Park.
– The Road to Santiago – Roncal Valley.
– The Guixas Cave (Villanúa ).
– San Juan de la Peña and Santa Cruz de la Serós.
– City of Jaca (cathedral and citadel).
– National Park: Parque Nacional de Ordesa y Monte Perdido.
– The Romanesque Route.
– The Military Miniature Museum.
– Garcipollera – Canfranc Railway Station.
Tourist Information
VALLE DE ASTÚN
Valle de Astún, 22889 Valle de Astún (Huesca)
Information and bookings: +34 974 373 088 / 974 373 034
Snowphone: +34 974 373 034 ; Fax: +34 974 373 295
www.astun.com |
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Formigal Ski & Mountain Resort |
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Four
valleys. 130 skiable km. The most comprehensive resort in the Pyrenees. Formigal
Ski Resort (Grupo Aramón), with 130 skiable km, has become a leading choice
among winter sports lovers. All this is combined with 97 main ski runs covering
four valleys, with access from any of the four resort entrances. Over 6,000
parking spaces.
Must-See Attractions For The
Tourists In The Region
– The “Lacuniacha” Pyrenees
Animal Park
– “Pirenarium”, the miniature Parque de los Pirineos
– The Serrablo Route (Romanesque churches)
– National Park: Parque Nacional de Ordesa y Monte Perdido
– Valle d´Ossau / Artouste Tourist Train (France)
– The city of Jaca
– The town of Pau (France)
– The Hecho and Ansó Valleys
– Lourdes (France)/ the Betharram Grottoes (France).
Tourist Information
FORMIGAL
Urbanización Formigal s/n, 22640 Formigal, Huesca
Information and bookings: +34 902 492 222 / 974 490 000
Snowphone: +34 974 490 049 ; Fax: +34 974 490 076
www.formigal.com |
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Panticosa-Los Lagos Ski & Mountain Resort |
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The
new ring road, running into the resort’s car parks, and the up-to- the-minute
eight-passenger cable car provide fast, easy access to the slopes. The Panticosa
Los Lagos Ski Resort, located in the village of the same name and watched over
by the Telera and Tendeñera Sierras, boasts first-rate, brand-new facilities,
coupled with a range of services worthy of any of the best European resorts.
Enjoying a mild climate and set in heavenly scenery, the resort, complete with
spa, is an ideal choice for an unforgettable holiday. Panticosa Los Lagos
features slopes for all levels: four green, 14 blue, 16 red and four black. Snow
is guaranteed throughout the season by about 100 snow guns. The slopes are
tended and prepared with great care by the Ski Patrol and four piste-bashers,
ensuring a firm tread at all times. The management undertakes not to sell more
than 3,500 vouchers a day as a way of guaranteeing tip-top service all over the
resort.
Must-See Attractions For The
Tourists In The Region
– Same attractions with the
Formigal Resort.
Tourist Information
PANTICOSA
Edificio el telecabina s/n, 22661 Panticosa, Huesca
Information and bookings and snowphone: +34 974 487 248
Fax: +34 974 487 455 ; www.panticosa-loslagos.com |
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Cerler Ski & Mountain Resort |
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Part
of the Aramón Group, the Cerler Ski Resort is located in the Benasque Valley.
Overlooked by more than 60 peaks towering to an altitude of 3,000 m, the resort
is noted for the beauty of its surroundings and scenery. Boasting some of
Spain’s highest ski slopes, such as Pico Gallinero (2,630 m), the resort is
covered by top-quality, deep, natural snow throughout the skiing season. The
landscape and alpine relief combine to form an ideal spot for both experienced
and proficient skiers wishing to improve their skills even further. Beginners
are also catered for in a special area at an altitude of over 2,000 m, where the
quantity and the quality of the snow are just right for learning. Surrounded by
hospitable towns where traditional architecture is carefully preserved, the
Benasque Valley affords the visitor the opportunity to enjoy sport and nature in
its purest state, far away from the hustle and bustle of the big city.
Must-See Attractions For The
Tourists In The Region
Batisielles chair lift at the
Cerler Ski Resort, you will enjoy one of the best views not only of the
Pyrenees’ highest peaks but also of the Posets-Maladeta Nature Park. You will
rise from an altitude of 1,950 m to 2,320 m, where you may reach out and almost
touch the legendary mountains of Aneto, Maladeta, Posets and Perdiguero. If
you’re a nature-lover, the place to go is the Ampriu Valley, a completely
natural milieu which is ideal for walking and spending some quality time with
your family. Depending on the time of summer you choose to visit us, you may
have the chance to admire a dazzling array of flowers. Animal-lovers will be
delighted to come across a marmot basking in the sun on a rock above its den.
Tourist Information
CERLER
Telesilla B-1, 22449 Cerler, Huesca
Bookings: +34 974 552 929 ; Information: +34 974 551 012
Snowphone: +34 974 551 111 ; Fax: +34 974 551 617
www.cerler.com |
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Nordic Skiing |
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Candanchú-Le Somport Ski & Mountain
Resort |
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Long-distance
skiing enthusiasts will be delighted by the splendid Candanchú-Le Somport
Circuit. Looking due north, ski runs measuring a total 35 km are distributed
over four marked, firm itineraries located in impressive scenery enhanced by a
beech forest. In a completely natural setting, you may practice both classical
and free-style long-distance skiing. Ski run tickets are valid for the Candanchú-Le
Somport circuits, which are accessible from both the Spanish and the French
sides, joining the Aspe and Aragón Valleys.
Tourist Information
CANDANCHÚ-LE SOMPORT
Carretera Francia s/n, 22889 Candanchú, Huesca
Information and bookings: +34 974 373 263 / 974 373 194
Snowphone +34 974 373 192 ; Fax information +34 974 373 346
Fax bookings: 974 372 019; www.candanchu.com |
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Panticosa Resort Ski & Mountain
Resort |
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Situated
in the Huesca Pyrenees at an altitude of 1,636 m, this skiers’ favorite, part of
Panticosa Resort, stands in a cirque watched over by peaks reaching altitudes of
over 3,000 m. The resort spreads over a meadow by a natural lake.
Tourist Information
PANTICOSA RESORT
Carretera Balneario, Km. 10, 22650 Panticosa, Huesca
Information and bookings: +34 902 252 522 / 974 487 161
Snowphone: +34 974 487 161 ; Fax: +34 974 487 137
www.panticosa.com |
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Llanos Del Hospital Ski & Mountain
Resort |
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Situated
at the heart of the Posets- Maladeta Nature Park, the resort is set in a
striking landscape of glaciers and forests of pitch pine forming their own
habitat. As it is located on the northern face of the Aneto-Maladeta Massif, the
resort enjoys the privileges of a microclimate which guarantees plenty of snow
throughout the winter season.
Tourist Information
ESTACIÓN DE ESQUÍ NÓRDICO LLANOS DEL HOSPITAL
Camino Real de Francia, s/n, 22440 Benasque, Huesca
Information, bookings and snowphone: +34 974 552 012
Fax: +34 974 306 866 ; www.llanosdelhospital.com |
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