Check out the Pyrenees tourist information website for further information on Formigal.
Good For...
Good for those who are experts with 28 different runs aimed at this level.
Not So Good For...
It's a resort that you really need a car in and also it can be very windy. No ski in ski out.
Getting There
Formigal Travel
By Air Zaragoza - 2 hour transfer - Ryan Air Barcelona & Madrid - aprox 4 1/2 hours Pay (in France) - 1 & 1/2 hour transfer (Ryan Air) Closest airports: Zaragoza (165 Km.) Pau (66 Km.) Huesca-Pirineos (102 Km.) Pamplona (160 Km.) Barcelona (370 Km.) T Madrid (493 Km.)
By Car Take the boat to Bilbao and then you have a drive of aprox 4
About The Resort..
Formigal Ski
Located in the heart of the Pyrenees it is probably the most well know resort in the Pyrenees. The village itself is a purpose built. There are a number of hotels and restaurants. The resort occupies 4 different high mountain vallleys, each is accessible by car and chairlifts with no queues.
Other Activities
Formigal Winter Activities
Dog sledding, Skidoo, Spa facilities and Pools
About The Mountain
Formigal Ski
Situated in the Tena Valley the same valley as Panticosa, Formigal is part of the Araman ski group. They have recently spen 33 M Euros upgrading the lifts and snowmaking equipment. The pistes are groomed well and nightskiing is offered.
Snowboarders
A new boardercross area is for all with its banked turns and for snowboarders there is an exclusive park that's all yours to ride.
Weather
Formigal Snow
What is the weather like in the ski resort of Formigal?
We recommend ski hire and snowboard rental from Boutique Nepal located at EDF Monteski Bajo, URB in Formigal. If you pre-hire online here at Snowbrainer you will save both time and money. The equipment will be waiting for you in the shop on your arrival in resort.
Ski Books, Snowboard Books and Ski Holiday Information Books
Looking for some information before you go on holiday or looking for a book to read when you are there. Here's some books we recommend. They're worth a read before you head off on your winter holiday or they can make great presents for skiers and snowboarders.
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