Peak Elevation
1,890 m
6,201 ft
Vertical Drop
440 m
1,444 ft
Skiable Area
150 ha
370.65 ac
Avg Snowfall
305 cm
120 in
Lifts
7
Valgrande-Pajares Weather Forecast
About
Valgrande-Pajares is a ski area in the Cantabrian Mountains of Asturias, Spain, run by the regional government. It offers about 22.6 km of pistes between roughly 1,455 and 1,840 metres, split across green, blue, and red runs, with a snowmaking system backing the natural cover. It is the main snowsports resort in Asturias, reached from the Pajares pass on the León border.
Terrain
Difficulty Breakdown
Local symbols shown first, North American second
Lifts & Conditions
Amenities
Operated by Gobierno del Principado de Asturias
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Valgrande-Pajares have?
Valgrande-Pajares has 7 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 10,200 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Valgrande-Pajares?
Valgrande-Pajares has a vertical drop of 1,444 feet (440 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Valgrande-Pajares?
The summit of Valgrande-Pajares sits at 6,201 feet (1,890 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Valgrande-Pajares have?
Valgrande-Pajares has 38 marked trails, totaling roughly 14.02 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Valgrande-Pajares?
Valgrande-Pajares covers 370.65 acres (150 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Valgrande-Pajares offer night skiing?
No, Valgrande-Pajares does not offer night skiing.
Does Valgrande-Pajares have snowmaking?
Yes, Valgrande-Pajares has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Valgrande-Pajares get each year?
Valgrande-Pajares averages around 120 inches (305 cm) of snowfall per season.