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Andorra March too late??

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Tootsie1996 · 27/01/2020 12:04

Hi!
Booking holiday for family of first time skiing (2adults and 2 children)- driving myself mad with all the options. Is March 08th for one week in Soldeu, Andorra too late in the season for good snow conditions? Would I be better choosing a different location or maybe going a little earlier - can go 01st March but make life a little more difficult??

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SkiYetiMagic · 27/01/2020 15:00

Hi.
I dont think that date would be too late at all as the resort is quite high up. Generally anything above 1, 500M is a safe bet.
Resorts normally stay open until mid of April then some of the really high ones are still open until end of April. I have been skiing in May before!

Tootsie1996 · 27/01/2020 22:05

Thanks for taking the time to reply, think I'll chance it!

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SkiYetiMagic · 28/01/2020 09:29

No probs. Enjoy!

NCTDN · 31/01/2020 18:02

Where are you staying op?

AndyMurraysCat · 31/01/2020 22:28

I’ve skied there before in March. It was fine, a bit slushy from lunchtime onwards though as the sun was quite strong. 😎

Tootsie1996 · 01/02/2020 08:21

Booked Arinsal for week 23rd February after, getting worried though as forecast is warm and sunny with very little snow!

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Trunchy · 01/02/2020 08:30

I've been to Arinsal before in mid March and the first week of April. Conditions were best in April as there was a late dump of snow. We went again this year, got back 2 weeks ago, and though there wasn't much fresh snow, the snow cannons had done a good job and the pistes were well maintained and in good condition.

If you're in Soldeu, your Grandvalira lift pass will give you access to Arcalis which is well worth a visit. It's higher and north facing and has the best snow in Andorra.

I'm trying to persuade DP that we need another week out there this season! Have a fab time!

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