Formigal Ski Resort Guide
Formigal, Spain
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 137km |
| Highest Lift | 2,200m |
| Resort Height | 1,510m |
| Nearest Airports | Huesca and Lourdes |
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Formigal
The ski area of Formigal is in the Spanish Pyrenees at an altitude of 1,510m, with 137km of marked runs.
Summary
Formigal is part of the Aramon ski area with access to 259km of downhill skiing, with 202 marked pistes, served by a total of 72 ski lifts. In addition to the skiing in Formigal itself (137km of pisted ski runs), the appropriate ski Lift Pass will allow you to ski or snowboard in the other Aramon ski resorts of Cerler, Javalambre, Panticosa and Valdelinares.
The ski resort itself is at 1,510m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,200m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Formigal offers some good boarding and there are a variety of Snow and Terrain Parks in Formigal.
Notable Ski Runs
The most difficult run is the 'Tubo Superior No 66'.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Formigal?
The next notable snow forecast is 5cm, expected on 22 November.
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Ski Area Stats
Formigal Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 39 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 30 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 18 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 6 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 137km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 22 | |
Aramon Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 53 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 71 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 54 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 24 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 259km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 72 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Formigal Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,200m |
|---|---|
| Resort Altitude (Formigal) | 1,510m |
| Lowest Piste | 1,500m |
| Max Vertical | 700m |
Ski Slope Aspects
N, NW
Formigal has ski slopes facing north (good for keeping the snow).
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
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| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Ski Hire in Formigal
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Ski Lessons in Formigal
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Formigal Ski Schools and Formigal Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Formigal?
This ski resort is in the Spanish Pyrenees in Sallent de Gállego, Huesca.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Formigal is Huesca, 96 minutes drive away.
Lourdes, Pau, Pamplona, Zaragoza, Biarritz and Lleida-Alguaire airports are all within three hours drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 22 ski lifts are able to uplift 36,780 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 22km of ski runs, with 381 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Formigal 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.
Formigal Webcams
The Webcams in Formigal are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
