Guide to Skiing in Sierra Nevada

July 24, 2025

Where is the Sierra Nevada Ski Resort Located?

The Sierra Nevada ski resort is located in the province of Granada and is well known for its good climate and excellent facilities.

Sierra Nevada has the third highest peak in the Spanish Peninsula, Mulhacén, and is also the southernmost ski resort in Europe. Here you will find a perfect balance between snow and sun.

Reasons to Choose Sierra Nevada for your Next Ski Trip.

Choosing the best place to ski is a difficult task, so here are four reasons to visit Sierra Nevada:

Snow, snow, and more snow

Finding a ski resort that combines a good snow depth and a pleasant climate can be complicated. Sierra Nevada offers 110 km of skiable area distributed over 131 slopes with the largest skiable vertical drop in Spain (1,200 meters).

The best variety of slopes

If you have never set foot on a ski slope, if you are an enthusiast of this sport, or simply traveling with a group with different levels, Sierra Nevada is the perfect destination.

The range of slopes is very wide and varied:

19 green slopes – very easy

45 blue slopes – easy

53 red slopes – difficult

7 black slopes – very difficult

7 snow parks

Choose your slope, you will not be disappointed.

Perfect for experienced skiers and for those who have never skied.

Why would you go on vacation to a ski resort if you are not a skier? The truth is that destinations such as Sierra Nevada offer much more than just skiing, because in addition to the slopes, there are many activities that you can do if you do not want to venture onto the ski slopes.

At El Lodge, we have created different experiences so that you can discover Sierra Nevada like never before. From hiking trails to dog sledding to explore the beauty of the mountains; or simply enjoy a spa session or the best gastronomy in our restaurants and bar.

Extensive ski season

Until when can I ski in Sierra Nevada? Counting on one of the longest ski seasons – from December to April – the question would be: When can’t I ski?

Thanks to an exceptional climate, the Sierra Nevada ski resort enjoys a longer ski season than is usually the case in other resorts, extending from the end of November to April. So if you are looking for a time when there is not so much influx of skiers, Sierra Nevada is always a great option.

Where to Stay in Sierra Nevada?

Location is essential when choosing accommodation in Sierra Nevada and ensuring that you make the most of your stay at the resort. How to choose?

There are numerous accommodations in the Sierra Nevada resort, from small hotels to cabins, but what is essential is that they fit your personal tastes.

Are you looking for a varied range of restaurants? Direct access to the slopes and highly experienced instructors? In that case, you will love El Lodge. Our carefully selected gastronomic offer, leisure activities, direct access to the Maribel slope, and luxurious rooms and suites have made El Lodge the place to be when visiting Sierra Nevada.

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If you dream of a special getaway to the snow, do not hesitate, El Lodge is a great option.