What To Do in Sierra Nevada - Things to Do, Attractions and Activities

The 2011-2012 ski season began in Sierra Nevada earlier than in any other ski resort in Spain.

This year Sierra Nevada ski resort was opened on November 26th, earlier and with more snow than it usually has at the start of the season. About 40 kilometres of skiable area and 20cm snow thickness was waiting for the skiers.

But skiing is not the only thing you can do in Sierra Nevada. If you want to get the most out of the snow and winter, come to Sierra Nevada, and enjoy the many activities taking place at the station during the season.

Some of the activities are for the snow and some not, some are especially suited for children and families, and others not.

Sierra Nevada for Children

To enjoy the snow with the children are children you can go on snowmobile rides or snow rackets walks (10 euros for 10 minutes, 5 to 12 years), toboggans (10 euros an hour, from 5 years) and the Russian sled (4 euros per person, children from 4 to 7 years have to be accompanied by an adult). Visit the Mirlo Blanco playground has offers many activities.

Sierra Nevada for Adults

Skiers can enjoy the special activities that take place a few days of the week (32 euros per person): professional slalom or parallel slalom with someone else if they want to practice skicross, the price is included in the fortfait. You can also go cross-country skiing or to take any of skis guided tours through the Natural Park.

Sierra Nevada for Groups

There are special events for groups, competitions for all levels, excursions with snowshoeing (can also be done at night) and night routes in piste grooming machines. And you can enjoy a unique experience: a dinner under the stars in the highest restaurant in Europe.

Sierra Nevada for Families

Other leisure activities are horse riding lessons for the whole family at Ecuestre Fuente Alta School (15 euros per hour) or a horseback ride through this beautiful natural area (25 euros per hour), if you know if you are en experienced horse rider.

If you want to try ice skating, Sierra Nevada has an synthetic ice rink (5 euros per hour) that is adjacent to the Mirlo Blanco recreation ground, Ice surface of the rink is not cold.

In this recreation ground there are activities for children starting from 5 years, but the most of them are designed for the adults. The activities such as slalom on bicycles or archery are only suitable from children starting 8 old or above. For more information on any of these activities call 902 708 090.

Night Routes in Sierra Nevada

Walking at night to climb Veleta, the second highest mountains in Sierra Nevada and enjoy the breathtaking views of Granada and the stars. Departures: Friday and Saturday, departure time depends on sunset. The price is 50 euros per person. You have do book at least 24 hours in advance by calling 902 708 090.

Where to Rent Ski in Sierra Nevada

People who want to rent equipment for snowboarding or skiing in Sierra Nevada should call 902 708 090.

You can rent ski equipment in Soleranet. The price of equipment, that includes skis or snowboards, ski boots, and ski poles, is between 19 and 25 euros, tel. 951 705 554. Or you can rent it at Costasur: the price of complete set of skiing or snowboarding is 16,50 euros, and 22,75 euros for a high-end equipment, tel. 900 649 072.

walking route to the top of Veleta mountain

Beginners can rent their material from Borreguiles, located at the top of Sierra Nevada, next to the beginner area.

Sierra Nevada never rests. At night, the atmosphere is impressive, both in tapas bars as in pubs and clubs.

There are activities throughout the year even when there is no snow! Do not miss it!