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Pal Arinsal Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 5
Projected to open December 5, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, January · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 5
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Last Snowfall
Oct 20
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7-Day Forecast
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Resort Guide
Vallnord is a ski resort located in the Andorran Pyrenees, encompassing the Pal and Arinsal sectors with direct access from the town of La Massana. The resort offers over 60 kilometers of skiable terrain, catering to all levels with a variety of slopes, snowparks, and family-friendly areas. Vallnord is known for its welcoming atmosphere, modern lift system, and panoramic mountain views, as well as amenities such as ski schools, equipment rentals, and a selection of restaurants and après-ski options. Its combination of accessible slopes and diverse activities makes it a popular choice for both beginners and experienced skiers.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Pal Arinsal
Lifts
25
Longest run
6 km
Share of terrain by difficulty
- Beginner15% of terrain
- Intermediate40% of terrain
- Advanced36% of terrain
- Expert9% of terrain
Lift fleet
- Gondola2
- Aerial tram1
- Surface lift7
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Igloo Bar – Perched at 2,350 meters in the Pal Arinsal sector, Igloo Bar is renowned for its panoramic mountain views, lively après-ski parties, and signature cocktails, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers looking to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:06 PM UTC
4cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-32%
vs 5-Year Avg
6cm avg by now
-49%
vs 30-Year Avg
8cm avg by now
6cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 4.1 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~4.1 cm. That's 32% below the 5-year average (6 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 49% below the 30-year average (8 cm).
Pal Arinsal Season Snowfall
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Pal Arinsal Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 316cm with an average of 63 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 35% above this average (426cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 40cm | 8 days | 14cm | 33cm | 11cm |
| December | 47cm | 9 days | 41cm | 58cm | 12cm |
| January | 57cm | 10 days | 64cm | 91cm | 15cm |
| February | 45cm | 10 days | 88cm | 106cm | 11cm |
| March | 49cm | 10 days | 86cm | 107cm | 11cm |
| April | 43cm | 8 days | 58cm | 87cm | 13cm |
| May | 19cm | 5 days | 14cm | 41cm | 7cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 5, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Pal Arinsal
- Where is Pal Arinsal?
- Pal Arinsal is a ski resort in Andorra.
- How high is Pal Arinsal?
- Pal Arinsal runs from a base elevation of 1,550 m (5,085 ft) to a summit of 2,456 m (8,058 ft), giving a vertical drop of 906 m (2,972 ft).
- How big is Pal Arinsal?
- Pal Arinsal has 47 marked runs and 25 lifts.
- How much snow does Pal Arinsal get in a typical season?
- Pal Arinsal averages 149 inches / 378 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
