Port Ainé Ski Resort Guide
Port Ainé, Spain
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| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners, Snowboarders and Snowfall! |
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| Total Piste Length | 15km |
| Highest Lift | 2,440m |
| Resort Height | 1,600m |
| Nearest Airports | Lleida-Alguaire and Lourdes |
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Port Ainé
Port Ainé, part of Ski Pallars in the region of Pallars Sobirá is a lesser known option of Catalan’s skiing areas. The resort is in a privileged position, facing north and just below the peak of Orri (2,440m) which means it enjoys brilliant snow – some even claim the snow quality is the best in the whole of the Pyrenees. The pistes are all within the High Pyrenees Natural Park, and the resort is known for the spectacular views over the mountains. The centrepiece of these runs is a huge 3km long meandering green run, the Pic de l’Orri Bellavista, that means even beginners can begin their excursions from the very highest point of the resort. Port Ainé can also boast a first class snowpark, cementing the resort’s place at the forefront of freestyle performance. Hotel Port Ainé sits at an altitiude of 2000m and is the highest hotel in the Pyrenees. Skiing for all standards including off-piste and a dedicated children's slope, apres ski in original villages of Rialp and Sort nearby.
Summary
The Spanish ski resort of Port Ainé is in the Spanish Pyrenees at an altitude of 1,600m, with 15km of marked runs.
Port Ainé has direct access to 15km of downhill skiing, with 28 marked pistes, served by a total of 9 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,600m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,440m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Port Ainé?
The next notable snow forecast is 5cm, expected on 20 January, with around 37cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Ski Area Stats
Port Ainé Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 7 | 15km |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 13 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 4 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 7 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 15km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 15km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 9 | |
Altitudes
Port Ainé Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,440m |
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| Lowest Piste | 1,650m |
| Resort Altitude (Port Ainé) | 1,600m |
| Max Vertical | 840m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Port Ainé Overview
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Port Ainé is 5km long.
Snowboarding
Skiercross and boardercross opened in 2006-7.
Location and Map
Where is Port Ainé?
This ski resort is in the Spanish Pyrenees in El Pallars Sobirà, Lleida.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Port Ainé is Lleida-Alguaire, 148 minutes drive away.
Lourdes and Huesca airports are all within three hours drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The nine ski lifts are able to uplift 10,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 10km of ski runs, with 70 snow cannons.
Season Dates
When is Port Ainé open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
COVID-19 / Coronavirus
We don't yet have specific details of the COVID-19 precautions being taken in Port Ainé, but they are likely to include most of the following :-
- Face masks required on lifts, and in shops.
- Social distancing in public areas.
- Reduced lift capacity.
- Extensive disinfection / sanitization.
French Ski Resort COVID-19 Measures describes further measures that may also be applied.
Visit the Port Ainé Tourist Office for the latest.
