Sierra Nevada – skiing within a 2 hour drive from Marbella!

It is time to start thinking of the ski season in the Sierra Nevada. Just a 2 hour drive from the Marbella area (close to Granada). You will find about 40 km of skiable area and 20 cm snow depth!

But skiing is not the only thing you can do in the Sierra Nevada. There are many activities to enjoy during the season. By the way the lift ski passes are priced from 33 – 40 Euros with special rates for children, the retired and disabled.

Some of the activities are designed for the snow and some are not, and some of them are especially suitable for the kids and families.

Kids

For the kids are next to skiing thinks like; snowmobile rides, snowracket, walks, toboggans, the Russian sled or visit the Mirlo Blanco playground which offers many activities.

Adults

Skiers can enjoy the special activities that will take place during the week like professional slalom or parallel slalom or practice skicross. There are also guided ski tours through the natural Park.

Families

Other leisure activities are horse-riding lessons or a horseback ride through this beautiful natural area. Even if you want to try ice skating, Sierra Nevada has an ice rink that is adjacent to the Mirlo Blanco recreation ground. Even at night you can take a night walk to climb the Veleta, the second-highest mountain and enjoy the breathtaking views of Granada under the stars.

Off-piste

Sierra Nevada offers many hotels, bars, restaurants, pubs, clubs and shops for a good apres–ski atmosphere with a good nightlife and gastronomy. Most of the hotels offer spa packages as well.

Lots of snow fun!