Award winning ski holidays
Welcome to El Tarter
If you’re looking for a resort that’s got access to a huge ski area, is family-friendly and has a relaxed atmosphere, El Tarter is the perfect choice for you.
It’s name doesn’t carry the same weight of some of the resorts in French Alps, or even its neighbour Pas de la Casa, but this resort punches well above its weight. With 210km of pistes on the doorstep, there's more than enough to keep everyone busy. The value is hard to beat too. Prices make the Alps look expensive, and free lift passes for under-12s make it a great pick for families. Then there's the village itself: quiet, compact and perfectly formed.
No fuss, no hype. Just brilliant skiing that does the talking.
On The Mountain
El Tarter is a beautiful ski resort located in Andorra, which is part of the Grandvalira ski area. The ski area consists of 7 sectors, and El Tarter is one of them. There are 138 ski runs to choose from, and the area is known for its tree-lined runs and picturesque views, especially during sunset.
The Grandvalira ski area is still largely undiscovered, making it an excellent destination for intermediate skiers who want to improve their skills. It's also an ideal spot for beginners, as the slopes are wide, fun, and safe, making it perfect for their first turns on the snow.
There is also a lift that connects the Peretol area and its advanced level Sunset freestyle park to the main Grandvalira area. Previously, this area was only accessible by car or bus, but now skiers and boarders can reach it by skiing. This is great news for anyone looking to get some serious air!
Being able to ski from 1710m right up to 2590m provides some pretty reliable snow conditions and Andorra often has snow when other resorts around Europe are struggling.
The village is laid-back and friendly with great access to the slopes.
Resort Stats
- Resort altitude: 1800m
- Skiing altitude: 1710m to 2590m
- Ski area size: 210km in the Grandvalira area
- Number of runs: 138
- Range of runs: 9% green, 41% blue, 36% red, 14% black
- Lifts: 4 magic carpets, 6 rope tows, 27 drags, 26 chairlifts, 3 gondolas, 2 cable cars
- Night skiing: No
- Cross country trails: 30km
- Snowmaking: 66% runs covered
- Resort bus: Yes
Try a husky sleigh ride
If you fancy a different type of adventure, try taking a husky sleigh ride through the rolling Grandvalira mountains. See parts of the resort you'd never normally get to see whilst being pulled along by these enchanting animals.
Swap your skis for a tube
Try swapping your skis or board for a tractor inner tube, and throw yourself down the slopes by night.
Andorra La Vella
Take it easy and head to the 2,000+ virtually tax-free shops in Andorra La Vella (which also boasts the luxury Caldea spa - the largest in Southern Europe).
Ski holidays for everyone
Ski together stay together
Couples' holidays
If you’re looking for a romantic ski holiday, you’ve stumbled upon the perfect place. With glorious mountain views and roaring log fires, couples will love the intimate feel of El Tarter. With a great selection of cosy bars, cafés and restaurants, it doesn’t matter whether you’re looking to swap ski stories over dinner or dance the night away - every option is covered.
There's a great selection of activities for couples to try. Explore as a couple, snowshoeing your way around the mountains, or take in the mountain air with an al fresco lunch. When you simply want to kick off your ski boots, there are plenty of places to relax - just make your way to one of the cosy cafés, luxury spas or fine dining options.
If you’re looking for a romantic ski holiday, you’ve stumbled upon the perfect place. With glorious mountain views and roaring log fires, couples will love the intimate feel of El Tarter. With a great selection of cosy bars, cafés and restaurants, it doesn’t matter whether you’re looking to swap ski stories over dinner or dance the night away - every option is covered.
There's a great selection of activities for couples to try. Explore as a couple, snowshoeing your way around the mountains, or take in the mountain air with an al fresco lunch. When you simply want to kick off your ski boots, there are plenty of places to relax - just make your way to one of the cosy cafés, luxury spas or fine dining options.
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Families & Kids
Your children will be well taken care of both on and off the slopes. Choose from ski and non-ski kindergarten for those under 5, or ski school for kids up to 11 years old.
Don't forget that any guest staying in a Mountain Collection hotel or chalet hotel in El Tarter can book our excellent Neilson-run kids' clubs based at Neilson Hotel del Clos.
We take babies from 4 months old right up to your pre-teens in 3 separate clubs. We even offer an evening club with a sleep créche for younger ones, while the fun and games carries on until 10pm for children over 5.
Your children will be well taken care of both on and off the slopes. Choose from ski and non-ski kindergarten for those under 5, or ski school for kids up to 11 years old.
Don't forget that any guest staying in a Mountain Collection hotel or chalet hotel in El Tarter can book our excellent Neilson-run kids' clubs based at Neilson Hotel del Clos.
We take babies from 4 months old right up to your pre-teens in 3 separate clubs. We even offer an evening club with a sleep créche for younger ones, while the fun and games carries on until 10pm for children over 5.
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Help And Support
Frequently Asked Questions
The village sits at around 1,700m, with most of Grandvalira's slopes climbing well above 2,000m, and with snow canons that cover 65% of the Grandvalira ski area the snow is pretty reliable.
Absolutely. Wide, sunny slopes make it a brilliant place to find your ski legs, and nursery areas with magic carpets take the stress out of day one. Little ones get their own kids' circuit and the Bababoom Circus, a slope built just for them. And when you're ready to explore, 210km of pistes will be waiting.
El Tarter's après scene centres on a handful of bars, with L'Abarset leading the most well-known and one of Grandvalira's most popular. If the après scene in El Tarter is too laid-back then there’s the option of Soldeu next door or Pas de la Casa which is just a short taxi away.
Plenty. Andorra la Vella is around 30 minutes away by bus, with tax-free shopping and Caldea, a huge thermal spa with pools and wellness zones. It's the perfect way to rest those ski legs, or a fun day out for the whole family.