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Tuixent-la Vansa
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Tuixent-la Vansa

Alt Urgell (Catalonia)

Tuixent-la Vansa lies on the north side of the Port del Comte massif. From the trails you can see Pedraforca and the Serra del Cadí. It is the Catalan cross-country resort closest to central Catalonia and Barcelona. The trails run through pine forest between 1,830 and 2,150 m.

Cross-country skiing

Height
1,830–2,150 m
Trails
21 km
Classic
Yes
Skating
Yes
Loops
Trails of approx. 21 km (the tourist office gives 30 km) in the forests of the Muntanya de l'Arp up towards Prat Llong
Season
approx. December–early April (2025/26 planned 29 Nov–6 Apr)
Trail pass
€17 adult/day, child €9 (2025/26); the Tot Nòrdic season pass at €170 is valid at all Catalan cross-country resorts
Level
all levels
Other
11.5 km of snowshoe routes, sledging, ski school, hire, bar-restaurant

Highlights

  • Views of Pedraforca
  • Closest to Barcelona
  • Pine forest on the Muntanya de l'Arp

Getting here

Flights
Barcelona (BCN) approx. 165 km, approx. 2 h 30 min · Andorra–La Seu (LEU) approx. 45 km, approx. 50 min · Girona (GRO) approx. 190 km, approx. 2 h 45 min
Car
From La Seu d'Urgell via Adrall and the Vall de la Vansa, or from Solsona/Berga. Mountain road; chains may be needed.

Accommodation

Accommodation
Accommodation at the resort according to FGC; otherwise small villages in the valley.
Places to stay nearby
Tuixent and Josa de Cadí (approx. 10–15 min), La Seu d'Urgell (approx. 50 min)
TipsA good day trip from Barcelona. Have lunch in one of the villages in the Vall de la Vansa.
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42.2144° N, 1.5274° E

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