Vall de Nuria

The Vall de Nuria is a ski and mountain resort located 2.000 meters above sea level, in the Girona Pyrenees, which stands out for its natural charm and the beauty of the location. The Nuria Valley is a Pyrenean valley located in the municipality of Queralbs, in the Catalan province of Gerona (Spain).

The base of the resort is 1.964 meters in a valley surrounded by peaks 3.000 meters high; the summit is set in 2.252 m. It has 7,6 km of slopes and acomplete artificial snow system.

Location of the Nuria Valley

Located at an altitude of 2.000 meters above sea level, this valley is accessible by means of a rack railway (Crechila de Nuria) or by taking one of the mountain roads that reach Nuria. In the valley is located near the Sanctuary of the Virgin of Nuria. Where the first statute of autonomy of Catalonia was drawn up in 1931, called “Statute of Nuria”.

It is located in the Eastern Pyrenees, in the municipality of Queralbs. dominating one of the highest points in the Ribes valley, surrounded by peaks of almost 3.000 meters. Is located in a place where many fountains and streams are born.

The only access road to Vall de Núria is via the rack railway that leaves Ribes de Freser and makes a 12,5 km crossing, overcoming around 1.000 m. of vertical drop.  in 40 minutes

Very close to Barcelona and Girona. Approximately an hour and a half by car on the C-17 from Barcelona and a little less from the second on the C-66. Of course, until Queralbs, after we have to take the rack railway.

Come visit Vall de Nuria

The resort has 1 cable car,  1 Ski lift, 2 regular lifters and 1 magic carpet. It has 11 trails: 2 black, 3 red, 3 blue and 3 green.

A great familiar destination and ideal for beginners, as it has a controlled environment. As it has accommodation, we have the possibility of spending the night at the resort.

Forfait prices are quite affordable; 24 euros for adults with online purchase. The price includes the rack ticket to access the base of the resort. We find there the Hotel Vall de Núria with 75 rooms and the Pic de l´Àliga Hostel.

Apart from skiing at the resort, you may also wanna try:

Mountain skiing, beginner level classes, advanced (Puigmal, Nou Creus, Finestreslles) and high mountains (Pic de l´Infern, Camí Dels Enginyers, Olla de Nuria)

Snowshoe Circuits. Archery and ice diving in the lake located at the base of the resort.

Activities in the Snow Garden, “Parc Lúdic”, where two 2 tubbys for adults and children can be found, as well as, sleds, balance games, zip lines, etc.

What does Vall de Nuria offers?

Vall de Nuria offers a total of 10 alpine ski trails (three green, three blue, two red and two black ones), as well as a special slope for sleighs; totalling all marked trails. We find seven kilometers of marked trails. At 2.000 m of altitude, surrounded by peaks that touch 3.000 m and framed with a wide amphitheater of slopes that make up a privileged landscape.

The exceptional views offered by the route are a small prove of the beauty, tranquility and harmony. At the end of the path, we will find this magnificent valley of Girona.

In its vicinity is the Sanctuary of the Virgen del Núria, known for being a place of religious pilgrimage, in which the first Statute of Autonomy of Catalonia of 1932. was drafted. This unique location, declared natural heritage, complements a spectacular tourist destination. Thanks to its ski resort, holds the ”Q” for quality delivered by the Institute for Tourism Quality. Also due to the immensity of its vegetation and its peaks, where many fountains and streams are born.

The rack railway and the sanctuary

On March 22, 1931, the rack railway of Valle del Núria was officially inaugurated. The only way of transportation accessible to travel around the surroundings of this spectacular landscape. Passengers can enjoy a different way of this climb, in which a vertical drop of 1.000 meters is travelled. With 12’5 kilometers of slopes, it connects the town of Ribas de Freser with the Valley, in Ripollés. It passes through points such as the Ribas station or the Queralbs municipality. Together with the Montserrat Rack, they are today the only rack railway lines that exist in Spain. With the Núria train line being the largest in the country.

Visitors consider it as an attraction itself. It connects in a special way with the surrounding nature and offers spectacular views. It fits perfectly with the harmony, peace, and tranquility that is breathed in the Pyrenean valley.

Núria, before being recognised as winter sports center, was and is a Sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin. According to legend, she came to the valley around the year 700. The saint, who lived four years in the valley, carved an image of the Virgin. Later, he hid in a cave when he was forced to flee when the Arabs invaded the Iberian Peninsula.

Along with the carving, he left the pot he used to make food, the Cross used over his prayers and the bell which he used to call the shepherds to come and eat.