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S4. E54 Can you Ski in Spain? We Showcase Baqueira Beret


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We explore the magnificent region of Baqueira Beret located in the heart of the Pyrenees, in the Val d'Aran

171 km of slopes and 123 runs and the resort sits at an altitude of 1,500 meters, with the highest peak reaching 2,610 meters

For the 2024-2025 ski season they plan to open  this week on November 30, 2024, and the season is expected to run through April 21, 2025, (depending on weather conditions)

NEWS
Three brand-new slopes
The Bosc de Peülla 2 a black run in the Bonaigua area - 514 meters long, with a 200-meter altitude drop and a steep average slope of 40%. It starts at 2,239 meters.

Barqueta 2 - a whole new extension, so you can ski all the way from Baqueira to Argulls. It’s a red run that’s about 430 meters long with a 35% average slope, perfect for intermediate skiers 

And, the final new addition is the 2200 slope, which is a shorter, but super sweet run, located right at the 2,200-meter level of Baqueira. This one’s 220 meters long and has a 27% average slope—it ends right at the 2200 Restaurant

Also improving a bunch of existing runs, like the expansion of Ta Cabanes in the Dossau area and Pla de Beret 2, to make things smoother and easier to link different areas of the resort. 

And in Baciver, they’ve revamped the access to slopes like Orqueta 1 and 2, which is perfect for freeride enthusiasts.

Baqueira’s added 31 new snow makers, which means more consistent coverage across the mountain, especially in busy areas like Bonaigua and Beret. 

The addition of some new snow groomers with the SnowSAT system that will make sure the slopes are in the best condition possible.

SKIING
Runs like Ticolet and Pasarell offer smooth gradients and scenic views through the forest, making them ideal for first-timers.
For more advanced skiers, head over to Beret or Bonaigua (said BONAYGWA).Some great tree skiing around Beret, and Bonaigua has a few MORE TECHNICAL RUNS TOO and steeper terrain for the more expert skiers
Baciver also has several marked freeride areas

EVENTS
4th edition of the Freeride World Tour in Baciver from January 18th to 23rd.
Men’s FIS Alpine Ski Europa Cup on February 6th and 7th

EATING OUT
5 Jotas for the best Iberian ham and grilled meats in Spain
2,200 Restaurant. This place is known for its fondue and chuleton, which is basically a steak lover’s dream
The Moët Winter Lounge FOR perfect après-ski vibe

HOTELS
Luxury - Hotel Val de Neu
Family or group - Hotel Montarto
Rustic charm - Hotel Tuc Blanc

MORE INFO
for more info take a look at https://www.baqueira.es/

and as usual loads of info on https://www.inthesnow.com/baqueira-beret/


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