High in the Sierra Nevada mountain range less than 21 miles (35Km) from Granada lies the ski resort of 'Sol y Nieve' (Sun and Snow). It is the southernmost ski venue in Europe and was the host of the 1996 World Ski Championships. There are 38 slopes to choose from ranging in difficulty from nursery and green for beginners, through to black to challenge the most advanced skier as well as cross country courses. If you fancy a break from the piste there's an open air ice rink in the village (Pradollano) as well as many restaurants, cafes and bars.
The Sierra Nevada Natural Park was awarded the 'Reserve of the Biosphere' in 1986 due to the diversity of plants and wildlife, and has also become known as 'The Botanic Jewel of Europe. The highest point in the Sierra Nevada is the Mulhacen standing at some 3478 metres above sea level.
Some of the best snow in Europe is also to be found in the Sierra Nevada backed up by modern technology in the form of snow cannons to ensure the slopes stay open for the long 5 month ski season enjoyed there.
There's no need to worry if you don't have the essential gear as all equipment for skiing, snowboarding and adaptive skiing as well as clothing can be hired from a multitude of shops in the village.
Sierra Nevada's slopes are open from 9:00am through to 5:00pm and night skiing from 7:00pm until 9:30pm on weekends and bank holidays was introduced in 1994 with lighting fitted along the El Rio slope.
There are several ski instructors in the Sierra Nevada who specialise in teaching adaptive skiiers and wheelchair friendly toilets can be found in Bocadilleria Campanario, on the left when leaving the telecabina (Gondola) Al-Andalus in Borreguiles, and in the underground car park levels (-2 to -4) and Hotel Telecabina in Pradollano
Sierra Nevada Snow Forecast
Snow Forecast Sierra Nevada
