A Steep Paved Road to Arinsal Ski Resort in the Pyrenees

Arinsal is a ski resort at an elevation of 1,922 m (6,305 ft) above sea level, located in the parish of La Massana, in the Principality of Andorra.

Arinsal

Is the road to Arinsal Ski Resort paved?

Set high in the Pyrenees mountain range, in the northwestern part of the country, the road to the summit is totally paved but narrow in parts. It’s called CS-413 (Carretera de Comallempla). The drive is very scenic, with some fantastic views surrounded by mountains.

How long is the road to Arinsal Ski Resort?

The road is very steep, hitting a 19.2% maximum gradient through some of the ramps. Starting at the CG-5 road, the ascent is 4.5 km (2.79 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 375 meters. The average gradient is 8.33%.

 

 

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