Hotel del Tarter

Ctra. N-II El Tarter AD100 Canillo Principado de Andorra.
Tel. +376 80 20 80 Fax +376 80 20 81 reserves@hoteldeltarter.com

The best snow plans to enjoy the beginning of the ski season

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Just a month to go until the start of the season. Here we tell you the best plans to enjoy in december. A skier’s dream paradise The time has come to dust off the boards, wax them and get them ready to leave everything ready, because in less than 30 days we are going skiing. Get your ski pass or, better still, book our ski hotel offer and come to El Tarter. We are at the foot of the slopes of Grandvalira, a resort that has everything for you to spend a sensational weekend and a better après-ski very close to the hotel. Ski all day in Grandvalira and be sure to try Ordino-Arcalís and Pal Arinsal, the new resorts of Grandvalira Resorts, from the second day of your ski pass. Have you considered taking skiing or snowboarding lessons? Even if you already know how to ski, they will be a great way to improve your technique. You can take group lessons, where you are with a group of people of the same level as you. Or more personalised private lessons for a maximum of 6 people. For children there are circuits and snow schools for them to have fun while they learn. Are you coming? If you don’t ski, you can also make the most of the snow Enjoy some unforgettable days in the snow, trying out new activities for all the family. The resorts offer a wide range of snow activities for all tastes and also during the weekend.If you haven’t tried it yet, we recommend an excursion on snowshoes in any of the resorts: Grandvalira or Vallnord or Naturlandia, the adventure park. In any of them you’ll discover incredible mountain spots and many more activities. Try paragliding in El Tarter or, if you’re a fan of cycling, try the Snow Trike in Vallnord-Pal Arinsal.In Andorra you’ll find endless options for having a great time if you don’t ski. Each resort has its own package of activities for adults and children, and you’re sure to find your own! The best après-ski And it’s not just about snow! Once the slopes close, you can continue to enjoy yourself with these plans that we suggest. In Caldea, the thermal waters and the contrast of temperatures will help you recover after a day of activities. Take the opportunity to do your Christmas shopping and have a glass of mulled wine at the Christmas market in the capital. Or challenge your children to a go-kart race at the skating rink in Canillo. In the El Tarter area, where the hotel is located, you’ll find Andorra’s most famous après-ski centre: l’Abarset. Renovated in 2023, it has expanded its facilities. It is now a two-storey space with an outdoor terrace offering gastronomy throughout the day and where après-ski starts with music sessions once the ski slopes close.And we could go on much longer! But we prefer you to come this December  and discover all these plans in person. December at the Hotel del Tarter We are ready and looking forward to start a new ski season again. The countdown has already started and we are already looking forward to our first skiing guests for the first weekend of the season. But this is only the starting signal.This December you have the opportunity to enjoy the mountain, the snow, skiing and good food with the Hotel El Tarter. If you feel like skiing in December and relaxing surrounded by nature, nothing better than paying us a visit.Check out our ski offers for December.

Do you like freestyle? Discover the snowparks of Grandvalira

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Here’s where you’ll find the adrenaline rush you’re looking for. Freestyle fans have an appointment at Grandvalira’s 3 snowparks, where you’ll have a great time thanks to their innovative design and features.In them you’ll find different modules and jumps so that, whether you’re just starting out or you’re an experienced rider, you’ll have a great time. Read on to discover more about the different snowparks: from the emblematic Snowpark El Tarter to Henrik Harlaut (the only one at night) or Grau Roig, with the most breathtaking views. SnowPark El Tarter This is the most famous snowpark in Grandvalira and the one that has hosted several international snowboard and freeski competitions such as the Total Fight Masters of Freestyle. This area is undoubtedly the centre of freestyle in the resort, offering a great experience for riders of all levels. With an extension of 1.3 km and several areas adapted to different abilities, its proximity to the hotel makes it a convenient and accessible option for those looking for action and adrenaline in every session. Sunrise Park Xavi: the snowpark of Grau Roig Here you will have the opportunity to both get started in freestyle and perfect your technique while having fun. This snowpark offers a variety of jumps and snow modules, such as kickers and top tables, as well as rails and boxes of medium and low difficulty. An authentic space, ideal for riders who want to get into the exciting world of freestyle. It is open from 10:00 to 16:00, offering a full day of action and fun. It is located in the Grau Roig sector, from where you can get there by car or by skiing from the different sectors. Peretol snowpark the only one at night The Sunset Park Henrik Harlaut, located in the Peretol sector, has the particularity of remaining open after the slopes close, opening from 15h00 to 21h00. It is the only snowpark in the area that offers night sessions, which makes it the perfect place to practice freestyle under the stars. We recommend you check the opening times as it is not open every day of the week. It is easily accessible by car from the main road and has a car park right at the foot of the snowpark. Freestyle lessons in Grandvalira If you’re taking your first steps in freestyle, Grandvalira has personalised lessons for snowboarders and skiers, designed to improve your technique quickly. Highly qualified instructors will guide you to improve your technique effectively and safely to make rapid progress on your jumps. These courses can be tailored to your needs, whether you’re looking to master basic tricks or perfect more advanced moves.You’ll also find shops to buy or hire your equipment, from state-of-the-art boards and skis, to protection and technical clothing. This will ensure you’re fully equipped to make the most of Grandvalira’s freestyle. Grandvalira’s snowparks Here you will enjoy one of the best freestyle experiences in southern Europe, where both the quality of the facilities and the natural surroundings of the Pyrenees stand out. Grandvalira’s snowparks are designed to offer intense emotions to riders of all levels, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that enhance every jump and trick. After a day full of adrenaline, we’ll be waiting for you at the Hotel del Tarter, located at the foot of the Grandvalira sector. Here you can enjoy the perfect rest in comfortable rooms with views of the slopes, in a familiar and relaxing atmosphere to recharge your batteries and get ready for a new day of adventures.