Ordino-Arcalís

Ordino-Arcalís is a world-renowned ski resort in Andorra, distinguished by its exceptional snow quality and high alpine mountain landscape. Located in the north of the country, its north-facing orientation earns it the title of the Pyrenees' 'snow hole,' where the season often extends into May. The area is part of the Grandvalira Resorts alliance but has maintained its independent, wild character as there is no direct lift connection to other resorts. Arcalís is particularly prized by freeriders, serving as a venue for the Freeride World Tour and offering vast, ungroomed slopes. In the summer months, the area transforms into a paradise for cyclists and hikers, with the ascent to the Arcalís pass being a classic stage of the Tour de France. State-of-the-art infrastructure, including the new Tristaina gondola, provides access to spectacular viewpoints like the Mirador Solar de Tristaina, a circular structure at 2,700 meters elevation. Sustainable management and the protection of the surrounding natural spaces are central focuses for the operating company.

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Sorteny Valley

A protected natural park with exceptional botanical diversity and hiking trails.

Casa Molines

A historic manor house that is part of a small hamlet near Ordino.

Pla d'Ordino

A flat, open area near the village of Ordino, used for walks and recreation.

Segudet

A picturesque, quiet village with traditional houses, very close to the center of Ordino.

Riu de Tristaina

The river that descends from the famous Tristaina Lakes, flowing through the upper Ordino valley.

Els Plans

A high plateau near El Serrat, serving as a starting point for mountain excursions.

Arans

A small village on the way to El Serrat, known for its traditional 'bordas'.

Llorts

A village famous for its iron mine and the 'Iron Route', which honors the region's iron industry past.

Pont d'Arcalís

A bridge and area that marks the start of the final climb to the Arcalís ski resort.

El Serrat

A small village at the end of the Ordino valley, near the Ordino-Arcalís ski resort and the Sorteny Nature Park.

La Cortinada

Known for its Romanesque church Sant Martí with beautiful 12th-century frescoes, and a nature center.

Les Salines

An area in Ordino known for its recreational facilities, such as an outdoor swimming pool.

Sornàs

A small village in the Ordino valley with a charming little church and rural atmosphere.

Ancodina

A small grouping of houses between Ordino and La Cortinada.

More places

Pyrenean Newt Streams

The cold, clear mountain streams of Ordino are home to the endemic Pyrenean brook newt.

Butterfly Meadows Ordino

The flower-rich meadows in the Sorteny Valley are a paradise for numerous butterfly species in summer.

Pyrenean Chamois Area Ordino

The rocky slopes around Ordino are a prime habitat for the agile Pyrenean chamois.

Capercaillie Forests Ordino

The old-growth forests in the Ordino valley are one of the few places in Andorra to find the elusive capercaillie.

Sheep and Goat Farms Ordino

In Ordino, there are several small farms that raise sheep and goats for the production of cheese and meat.

Wild Berry Harvesting in Ordino

In late summer, wild raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries can be foraged in the forests and slopes of Ordino.

Tawny Owl in Old Forests

The characteristic call of the tawny owl can be heard at night in the old forests of Ordino.

Ibex Reintroduction Zone

Ibex have been successfully reintroduced in the Sorteny Natural Park and can now be seen roaming the high slopes.