Huge ski area and a brilliant place to learn to ski
Beginners and Intermediates are both well catered for
Not So Good For...
Experts & Advanced skiers probably will get bored easily
There is a lot of traffic in the village
There's not a lot of resort charm.
Getting There
Soldeu Travel
By Air Toulouse - 190km with a 3.5 hour transfer Barcelona - 200km with a 3.5 hour transfer For Barcelona frequent buses for around 25 Euros (11:30, 13:00, 17:00; 18:00 & 21:00) when we last checked From Toulous - daily minibus services for 25 Euros at 10:30am and 18:30pm
By Train more info to come
By Car To get driving directions to the resort go to either the AA Website or the Michelin Route Planner website www.viamichelin.com or www.theaa.com
Bus There is a bus running from the Capital - Andorra la Vella to Soldeu. Running hourly from 08:30 until 20:30 The bus stop in Soldeu is next to the Pic Negre sport shop in the car park, an in El Tarter opposite the slopes. In Andorra La Vella catch the bus outisde Escales - the department store
About The Resort..
Ski Soldeu
Soldeu Resort
Fun friendly and cheap are words that spirng to mind when describing Soldeau.There are 6 resorts in the Grand Valira area Pas de la Casa, Gran Roug, Soldeau, El Tarter, Canillo and Encamp . All the mountains are linked making it one of the largest ski areas in Europe. Low prices, good ski schools an exceptional nightlife make it a place the Brits love.
Soldeu Free Ski Bus
around the resort the Gel-Ski bus is free on showing your lift pass. From Canillo to Peretol (five mins up the road from Soldeu). It leaves El Tarter (direction Soldeu) at 5 past every hour starting at 09:05 and goes back from Soldeu at half past every hour, starting a 09:30. It stops for lunch from 13:00-15:00. Last bus from Soldeu to El Tarter is 23:30
Resort Restaurants
SoldeuRestaurants
Not noted as a gastronomique town but Slim Jims does a decent breakfast. Fat Alberts - good for steak, fish and a la carte dining The Roc Restaurant - good value, international cuisine
For the non skiers in your party head for the terrace on the Hotel Bruxelles. Indian lovers - L'Esquirol (852 655) Chinese Lovers - head to the Red Dragon
Nightlife..
Bars in Soldeu
Avalanche Bar - 878515 - has live music Fat Alberts - 851 765 - good food and music, apres ski Aspen Bar - 851 974 - like a British pub with extras, pool tables, dance floor, theme nights and large screen tv downstairs for sport T Bar - to take your shots whilst hanging upside down Pussycats - gets going around 9pm with live music, DJ's and pole dancing etc. The Roc Bar in the hotel of the same name - wine, cocktails, beer and live sports on a large TV The Stone Bar - 70's & 80's music
Other Activities
Activities in Soldeu
Adventure activity Centre in Gran Rois has over 100 activities.
Hotel Piolets Park & Spa Soldeu has 120 bedrooms, 30 suites. All rooms have a bathroom, satellite TV and views of the ski slopes. Easy access to Soldeu Granvalira Ski Slopes. There's an indoor swimming pool, fitness area and ski locker
Sporthotel Soldeu
Opened in 2006/07 winter season, Soldeu finally got its first 5* Hotel. Definitely the best hotel in town - the Sport Hotel Village - 0037 687 0500 it has a sauna, gym and a great location in the centre of town
Piolets is worth a call if you like the sun which drapes it all day.
If you are looking for a child friendly private appartment that sleeps 6, Apartment Soldeu may be what you are looking for. Have a look here at Chalet Ski Rentals Direct.
Looking for somewhere to stay near the lift? Hotel El Xalet is only 3 minutes from the El Tarter chairlift. All bedrooms have private bath or shower and they also have 6 superior rooms available. For prices and availability have a look at Catered Chalet Holidays website here.
The hotel includes a Fitness Centre including 2 x jacuzzis, gym, sauna, turkish bath and massage room, cafe-bar, fireplace and internet corner.
Chalets Soldeu
Crystal Ski Holidays the UK major mainstream operator book ski and snowboarding holidays in Soldeu For more information on go to www.crystalski.co.uk Directski.com offer ski and snowboard holidays to Soldeu in Andorra. First Choice also includes Soldeu.
Please check the internet for late deals and remember to book your ski hire and snowboard hire online with us at Snowbrainer
About The Mountain
Ski Soldeu
The local slopes are on the open mountains above the woods and there is a brand new gondola and six-pack from the resort so far less queues than previous years. Most of the time you can ski back down to the village at the end of the day. There are lots of areas for beginners and the mountain links into the other resorts of the Gran Valira. Much investment has been made to link these fields. Maybe limited excitement for advanced skiers but intermediates will enjoy a varied day. There is some great terrain for beginners to start and then develop thier skiing and kids will love the disney run at the top of the El Tarter Gondola.
Soldeu Snowboarding
The Terrain Park and Halpipe is located under the Tosa Chairlift - El Tarter area.
The mountains are a Mecca for for beginners & intermediates with plenty of runs to stretch your legs on. Access is usually queue free. Snowboarders, check out the great terrain park at El Tarter, it's simply brilliant - sponsored by Nike AGC and should keep all boarders happy. It consists of 3 great kickers with smaller side kicks. Perfectly shaped to boot! There is a 120m half pipe, a selection of rails and a big wall ride. A 1/4 pipe and gigantic spine ad to the pleasures. Look out for Jamie Phillips and Tyler Chorlton the British Pro Snowboarder who is often seen in the park. ps - they are both quite useful!
Advanced - it has limited scope for the better skiers amongst us espcially on piste. Our Snowbrainer crew enjoyed a day off piste even though it was a couple of days since the snow had fallen, conditions were good. Maybe this is because Andorra just doesn't attract a lot of advanced skiiers, so there weren't a lot of tracks churning things up.
Intermediates - we recommend heading to the Grand Valira area.
Beginners - this is your paradise no wonder one in ten British skiiers have been to Soldeau or is that just marketing? No really it's good, very good place to learn.
Mountain Restuarants
Soldeu Mountain Restaurants
Take your sandwiches!!! Ok so you have to eat and lets start with the good point. You notice I didn't say points - well prices are cheap. At the top of the gondolas we tend to meet food of various standards with queues to match. Last time we at Snowbrainer went we liked the Llac des Pessons (759015) which as table service, great views and decent food. Try the meat specialities. Roc de les Bruixes (890696) - up there at 2000m this is a hut that also offers a Friday and Saturday dinner seating. You need to access it by the Canillo gondola and then 100m walk along a torchlit track.
XiriPizza La Solana located at the end of the Astoret ski run. sunny terrace, serving only pizza and drinks Express'oh Espiolets Terrace overlooking the Pla d'Espiolets
Express'oh Gall de Bosc Large cafeteria with access to the Gall de Bosc Restaurant Terrace
Fun Food Gall de Bosc 2100m, expect to see the staff dancing on the tables. Food is a mixture of burgers, sandwiches, salads etc
Ski Schools
Ski School Soldeu
Ski School Soldeu
00376 89 05 91 or 00376 89 06 15 - comes highly recommended, and run by Yorkshireman Gordon Standeven.
El Tarter 00376 890 641
Webcam
Soldeu Webcam
Check out the latest Grandvalira webcams at Grandvalira webcam
Weather
Soldeu Snow Report
What is the weather like in the ski resort of Soldeu in Andorra?
If you are looking for a private transfer, a shared transfer or a group transfer from an Airport to Soldeu then go to Shuttle Direct for Soldeu Transfers
There are a number of ski and snowboard related shops in Soldeu Esports Calbo (located within the main gondola building) is one of the larger sports shops in Soldeu with a good selection of clothing, equipment and gift ideas.
Supermarket Post Pirineu Supermarket
Duty Free Shopping Andorra
If you are looking to do some serious duty free shopping then head to the capital of Andorra - Andorra la Vella. It's 30 minutes drive from Soldeu and there are busses that run there. You'll find department stores, clothing, electronics, jewellers and liquor stores.
Top 5 Family Activities
Soldeu for Families
If you have older teenagers they will definitely enjoy the relaxed nightlife available.
Avalanche Soldeu A bar with DJs and live music open until 1am Parapent Flights head to the take-off Ice Skating Dog Sledding Scenic Helicopter Rides
Top 5 Runs
Best Runs in Soldeu
Off Piste - skiing and snowboarding fanatics head to the Pic d'Encampadana area.
Off Piste - head to the Pedrus summit and take the east side down. The Grandvalira Ski & Snowboard School offer a programme where the Instructor organises a snowcat back up and then you can head down the North face.
Aliga - is the best run for tree line skiing. The run takes you down to El Tarter.
Gall de Bosc Piste and catch the Tosa Espiolets Chairlift. take the wide Fura run - good groomed intermediate runs
OS Trail - a good wide piste for beginners to practise on
Ski & Snowboard Hire Shop
Ski Hire Soldeu & Snowboard Rental
We recommend you get your ski hire and snowboards at Ski Calbo located in the Route Principale in Soldeu
If you book online here at snowbrainer.com you'll make big savings on the resort RRP. It's so easy and convenient, you book online then collect in resort and it saves you time and money.
It's what we call a No Brainer, so Book now!
Top 5 Books To Read
Ski Books, Snowboard Books and Ski Holiday Information Books
Looking for some information before you go on holiday or looking for a book to read when you are there. Here's some books we recommend. They're worth a read before you head off on your winter holiday or they can make great presents for skiers and snowboarders.
Top 5 Things To Take
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Reviews
Soldeau is a decent resort especially when you think how cheap it can be. We picked up a last minute deal for no money at the Soldeau Maestre and booked our ski hire with you. Thank you for the little extra discount, much appreciated. Top tip: get away from the beginners slopes as quick as possible because I have never seen so many beginners over Xmas
By Mark T. on 28/12/2009 09:11:19
Very good value skiing although not quite as cheap as last year. It is always good to save some pounds with your ski service in Soldeu. Ski schools are top notch although the beginner slopes can get crowded.
By Mary Hollis on 01/02/2010 09:37:41
We have recently got back from a great ski holiday in Soldeu where the children had great ski lessons in the ski school. We would recommend Soldaeu as great place to learn.
By Thomas G. on 14/02/2010 14:22:25
Great resort, good English speaking instructors, we stayed at the Sport Hotel next to the gondola in March 2009. Tax free shopping- don’t get too excited! Just go for the skiing and drinking!
Ski Soldeu
There are a number of ski and snowboard related shops in Soldeu
If you have older teenagers they will definitely enjoy the relaxed nightlife available.
Off Piste - skiing and snowboarding fanatics head to the 
