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Ski & Mountain Resorts in
Lleida, Spain
- Boí Taüll-Resort, Baqueira Beret,
Port-Ainé, Port Del Comte, Espot
Esqui & Tavascán and
Lles Mountain Resorts; in
Lleida,
Spain
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There are seven ski & mountain resorts in
Lleida, Spain.
Six of them are for Alpine Skiing and names of
the resorts are Boí Taüll-Resort, Baqueira Beret, Port-Ainé, Port Del Comte,
Espot Esqui & Tavascán Mountain
Resorts.
One of them are for
Nordic Skiing and names of
the resorts are Lles Mountain
Resort. |
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Alpine Skiing |
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Boí Taüll Ski & Mountain
Resort |
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Located
in Vall de Boí, in the Lleida Pyrenees, this ski resort boasts the highest
altitudes in the Pyrenean range (from 2,020 to 2,751 at the highest point),
where the skier may enjoy top-quality snow all day long in an exceptional
natural milieu, free from the inconvenience of queuing and crowds.
Must-See Attractions For The
Tourists In The Region
– The Vall de Boí Romanesque
Route: nine churches declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in November 2000.
– Romanesque Guidance Centre in Erill La Vall.
– Vall de Boí is one of the natural gateways to the National Park of
Aigüestortes.
– Otter Recovery Centre at Pont de Suert.
Tourist Information
BOÍ TAÜLL RESORT
Information and bookings: +34 902 406 640; Snowphone: +34 902 304 430
Fax: +34 932 094 610; www.boitaullresort.com |
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Baqueira Beret Ski & Mountain Resort |
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Situated
in Val d’Aran, in the Lleida Pyrenees. The resort covers three major areas,
Baqueira, Beret and Bonaigua, making for a total skiable area of 1,922 ha.
Slopes are suitable for all levels, starting at an altitude of 1,500 m to reach
2,510 m at Tuc del Dossau (Beret) and Tuc de la Llança (in the area of Bonaigua).
Must-See Attractions For The
Tourists In The Region
– The Arán Romanesque Route.
– The Vielha Ethnology Museum.
– The Joanchiquet Eco-museum at Vilamós.
– The wool mill at Vielha.
– The Salardú Mill.
– The Victoria Zinc Mine at Bassa d’Arres.
– Lakes.
Tourist Information
BAQUEIRA BERET
Information and bookings: +34 973 639 000 / 973 639 010
Snowphone: +34 973 639 025; Fax: +34 973 644 488; www.baqueira.es |
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Port-Ainé Ski & Mountain Resort |
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Since
it was first opened in 1986, the Port-Ainé Ski Resort has undergone a continuous
expansion process resulting in 33 slopes, nine ski lifts and 44 km of skiable
terrain. The latest development is “the highest hotel in the Pyrenees”, Hotel
Port-Ainé 2000***, so named because it stands at an altitude of 2,000 m. It is
“the only hotel in Spain that you can leave on your skis”. Moreover, the resort
features countless activities for mountain-lovers: in winter, skiing, dog
sleighs, snowmobiles and quads, snowshoeing and so on; and in spring and summer,
a full range of outdoor pursuits such as rafting, abseiling in the gullies,
horse riding, quads, hydro speeding, etc., all of which may be practiced on or
around the Noguera Pallaresa, one of Europe’s main torrential rivers.
Must-See Attractions For The
Tourists In The Region
– National Park of Aigües
Tortes.
– Romanesque in el Pallars.
– Highly-varied cuisine.
– The Noguera Pallaresa is Spain’s major torrential river.
Tourist Information
PORT AINÉ
Av. Flora Cadena, 6, 25594 Rialp, (Pallars Sobirà) Lleida
Information and bookings: +34 902 190 192 / 973 620 325
Snowphone: +34 973 627 607 ; Fax: +34 973 620 716; www.port-aine.com |
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Port Del Comte Ski & Mountain Resort |
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Surrounded
by a huge pitch pine forest stretching over the entire mountain, Port del Comte,
situated in the region of Solsonés (Lleida), is one of the most beautiful areas
in Catalonia’s Pyrenean foothills. Ideal for family holidays, its broad slopes
have gradients suited to all levels so that each skier may choose the one that
best matches his skills. A special area has been designed for beginners wishing
to make easy, rapid progress in the art of skiing. The resort is divided into
two clearly-defined areas: Hotel-Sucre and Estivella. Very much in the classical
tradition, the Estivella area is the perfect choice to enjoy some incredible
weekend skiing. Designed for all the family, the resort holds a special appeal
for skiers wishing to get away from mass tourism and those with a keen interest
in sport and nature. Port del Comte has the added advantage of being near
Catalonia’s large towns and cities, meaning that access is free of queues and
tollgates; in a word, it is the ideal place for a day’s skiing.
Tourist Information
PORT DEL COMTE
Information and bookings: +34 973 492 301
Snowphone: +34 973 492 139; Fax: +34 973 492 240; www.portdelcomte.net |
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Espot Esqui Ski & Mountain Resort |
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Espot
Esquí (Pallars Sobirà) is one of the most extraordinary places in the Catalonian
Pyrenees. Lying by the gateway to the Aigüestortes y Estany de Sant Maurici
National Park, the resort is a favorite choice among skiers wishing to get away
from it all. Because of its warm, friendly atmosphere, it is also an ideal
choice for families with small children keen to practice skiing. Looking towards
the northeast, the slopes are surrounded by woodland, giving the resort a
special charm.
Tourist Information
ESPOT ESQUÍ
Ctra. Sant Maurici s/n, 25597 Espot, Lleida
Information and bookings and snowphone: +34 973 624 058
Fax: +34 973 624 063; www.espotesqui.net |
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Tavascán Ski & Mountain Resort |
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Situated
in a beauty spot amid towering mountains, the resort is in an ideal area for
practicing the full spectrum of snow sports. The management’s philosophy
revolves round three ideas: no to huge facilities, no to mass tourism and yes to
the search for total integration in a natural milieu. Tavascán caters, amongst
others, for long-distance skiers (17 km of circuits), alpine skiers (two ski
lifts, five ski runs, five skiable km) and cross-country skiers. The
resort is in a privileged location suitable for all types of skiing: alpine,
Nordic, cross-country, snow surfing, telemark and so on. Other options include
snow-shoeing excursions, group activities for adults and schoolchildren and
skiing courses (Nordic, alpine, snowboarding).
Tourist Information
TAVASCÁN
Ctra. Pleta del Prat, km 10, 25577 Tavascán, Lleida
Information and bookings: +34 973 623 079 ; Snowphone: +34 934 160 194
Fax: +34 973 623 089 ; www.tavascan.net |
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Nordic Skiing |
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Lles Ski & Mountain
Resort |
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A
range of slopes for all levels, with breathtaking views of the Pyrenees.
Tourist Information
LLES
Cap del Rec, 25726 Lles de Cerdanya, Lleida
Information and bookings: +34 639 380 233 / 973 293 049
Snowphone: +34 973 293 049; Fax: +34 973 515 223; www.lles.net |
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