Ski touring in Andorra, 5 days in the Pyrenees

Join UIMLA certified mountain guide Patrick for this exciting 5 days of ski touring in the gorgeous alpine landscapes of the Pyrenees mountains in Andorra!

Private

Pyrenees

5 Days

Jan - Apr, Dec

Intermediate

Highlights

Discover the lesser known wild and beautiful Pyrenees of Andorra
Explore the best terrain, enjoy deep powder snow and breathtaking views
Adapt the itinerary depending of your technical and physical ski touring level
Join an experienced and certified guide who is passionate about this landscape

Description

I have the wonderful privilege of introducing the spectacular Andorran Pyrenees mountains. This often overlooked region provides some of the best ski touring conditions anywhere!

I am offering you 5 days of flexible ski touring in deep powder snow and wild terrain that is just begging for exploration.

This country is full of hooked pines, expansive fields, frozen lakes and endless peaks to access. This Pyrenees adventure will not disappoint!

I am happy to tailor the trip to your ski touring skills, experience and preferences. I know the region intimately and can also adapt the route to the local weather conditions as they arise.

Our rough itinerary will look like this; Day 1 we’ll meet, go over safety and avalanche awarness and then summit Cap dels Isards at 2469m.

The next two days we will ascend Mount Forn at 2701m and Serrera peak at 2914m, which is one of the highest in Andorra. Both days will provide wonderful skiing and stunning views over the expansive landscape.

Day 4 will see us climb to the peak of the majestic Font Blanca at 2908m, whilst on day 5 we will have the pleasure of summiting the Coume de Varilhes peak at 2758m. There are stunning views from here that overlook the seperation of two valleys.

It’s best that you have some ski touring experience to join this trip, however I can adapt the trip to your physical and technical level.

If these 5 days of ski touring in the breathtaking beauty of the Andorran Pyrenees in virgin powder snows has you excited, then sign up now and I’ll be waiting to share this natural wonder with you!

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Dinner
Transport during the trip

Itinerary

Day 1: Cap dels Isards 2469m

Today we will meet up, do all the equipment checks and go to the trailhead.

We will be sure to cover the saftey protocols including avalanche awareness and equipment.

We will aim to summit Cap dels Isards at 2469m.

Day 2: Forn Summit 2701m

Our second day will see us move into the Ordino valley and picturesque Sorteny Natural Park.

Here we will summit the peak of Forn at 2701m on the border between France and Andorra.

The slopes are very pleasant to ski and we have beautiful views of the surrounding peaks over 2900m.

Day 3: Serrera Peak 2914m

A big day, today we will summit the Serrera peak at 2914m by the Ransol valley.

A classic Andorran ski touring route, the terrain is varied including a 1000m vertical drop.

Day 4: Font Blanca 2908m

Today we will ascend the amazing peak of Font Blanca at 2908m, making it one of the highest peaks in Andorra.

The route takes us on a loop from Castellar to near the Arcalis ski resort.

Also a classic route it contains a treat with its west slope ski descent

Day 5: Coume de Varilhes 2758m

On our last day we will summit the peak of Coume de Varilhes at 2758m.

It’s a super beautiful view that overlooks the seperation of the Incles and Ransol valleys.

A really beautiful route and a perfect way to end the trip before we decend down into the Ransol valley.

Details

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Insurance: we can offer you our insurance at a rate of 5 € / person / day Personal Equipment: We offer the rental of ski equipment as well as security equipment

Meeting point

We'll meet on day 1 in Cap dels Isards to attempt our first summit

About the guide

Patrick

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Alpine Guide

UIAGM, High Mountain Sports technician (certification from La Pobla de Segur IES) and member of AGAMA (Andorra Mountain Guides Association).

I have been a mountain guide since 2004. I started out as a mountain leader and now I am a mountain guide.
I love the mountain in general, but what I prefer is climbing. I have traveled to many countries around the world to climb: Morocco, Jordan, United States and Greece.
With customers, I really like mountain skiing, climbing peaks and skiing in good snow!
I hope to share the mountain with you, convey my passion and have fun with your company!

Languages

French | English | Catalan

Certificates

UIAGM

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What people are saying about Patrick

Takacs

We are enjoying the ski tour with Patrick! This was our first time, that we could ski touring in our life. Patrick was very helpful and kind, he told all necessary information about touring. We made a very nice route from El Peretol to Serrat Pinos. I recommend this program for other ski tourist in this area.