Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig Ski Resort Guide
Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig, Andorra
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Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
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Total Piste Length | 62 miles |
Highest Lift | 8,661ft |
Resort Height | 6,726ft |
Nearest Airports | Perpignan and Carcassonne |
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Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig
Reputed to be the highest and sunniest ski resort in the Pyrenees, Pas de la Casa - linked to Grau Roig - also claims the best snow record. North-facing slopes help snow quality and quantity to be reliable from December through to mid-May, with snow-making also available.
On the French border it is a lively resort with duty-free shopping.
Summary
The ski area of Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig is in the Andorran Pyrenees at an altitude of 6,726ft, with 62 miles of marked runs.
Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig is part of the Grandvalira ski area with access to 134 miles of downhill skiing, with 286 marked pistes, served by a total of 66 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig itself (62 miles of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Grandvalira ski resorts of Canillo, Encamp, Ordino-Arcalís and Soldeu / El Tarter.
The ski resort itself is at 6,726ft, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 8,661ft, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig is 2 miles long and the most difficult run is the 'Avet No Fifteen', which is 1 miles in length.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig?
The next notable snow forecast is 1in, expected on 23 December.
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Ski Area Stats
Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 23 | |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 37 | |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 32 | |
Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 18 | |
Downhill Total Length | 62 miles | |
Cross Country Total Length | 9 miles | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 31 |
Grandvalira Ski Area
Black Pistes Expert Trails | 25 | |
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Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 30 | |
Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 42 | |
Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 21 | |
Downhill Total Length | 134 miles | |
Cross Country Total Length | 8 miles | |
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 66 |
Altitudes & Slopes
Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig Ski Area Heights
Highest Lift | 8,661ft |
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Lowest Trail | 6,726ft |
Resort Altitude (Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig) | 6,726ft |
Max Vertical | 1,936ft |
Ski Slope Aspects
NE, E, NW
Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig has ski slopes facing north-east and north-west (good for keeping the snow), as well as east.
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Pas de la Casa's lift system covers nearly half of the country and - thanks to their geography - Pas de la Casa and Grau Roig have an excellent snow record.
A number of well-regarded English-speaking ski schools are located in Pas de la Casa and Grau Roig, with lessons available for skiing, snowboarding, cross-country, telemark and snow blades.
For Beginners
The Piso beginner's area, at the Funicamp mid-station, and Pessons at Grau Roig are ideal places for the first few days on skis. Green runs make up 25% of the overall skiing area.
For Intermediates
There is a wide variety of blue runs, ideal for intermediates, as well as many reds for progression.
For Experts
There are more than a dozen black runs, including the challenging Fis Taupes and the tree-lined Granota on the Grau side.
There are 2 slalom stadiums at the Costa Rodona.
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Ski Lessons in Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig Ski Schools and Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
The snow park and half-pipe in Pas de la Casa/Grau Roig is where most snowboarders hear, and many board and boarder-cross competitions are held here.
Location and Map
Where is Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig?
This ski resort is in the Andorran Pyrenees in Carretera de Grau Roig, Encamp.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig is Perpignan, 128 minutes drive away.
Carcassonne, Barcelona and Toulouse airports are all within three hours drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 31 ski lifts are able to uplift 47,435 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 48 miles of ski runs, with 1008 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is late November, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig Webcams
The Webcams in Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
Aprés Ski
There is a good choice of bars in Pas de la Casa with all tastes catered for, and most bars having Happy Hours starting when the lifts close.