Backcountry Skiing in Spain

Head deep into the Iberian backcountry to explore scenic snowy Spain

The scenic mountains of Spain contain some of the best backcountry adventures in the whole of Europe. The picturesque Pyrenees naturally forms a beautiful and rugged border between Spain and France. While the Cantabrian Mountains stretch across the northern frontiers of Spain from Cantabria, Asturias and Galicia. Visit between January and April for ideal backcountry skiing conditions.

Top backcountry skiing trips | Spain:

Most popular

Sierra Nevada 1-day Intro to Ski Touring in Spain

Join certified mountain guide, ski instructor and UIMLA mountain leader Mariano on this day course in the Spanish peaks of Sierra Nevada and step into the amazing world of ski touring!

1 day

Beginner

Occasional

FromEUR 150

5.00

(1)

Ski mountaineering 2-day course in the Cantabrian mountains

Join Miguel Angel, an AEGM certified guide, on this Off piste skiing course in the Cantabrian mountains. And improve your skills to enjoy this activity at its most.

2 days

Intermediate

Occasional

FromEUR 150

3-day Intro to ski touring in the Sierra Nevada National Park in Spain

Join Jesús, local AEGM-UIMLA Mountain Leader, on an amazing 3-day adventure in the spanish Sierra Nevada, where you'll learn all the fundamental skills of ski touring.

3 days

Beginner

Occasional

FromEUR 195

4.00

(1)

2-day Ski Touring Course in Sierra Nevada, Spain

Certified mountain guide, ski instructor and UIMLA mountain leader Mariano shows you the stunning Sierra Nevada in southern Spain and helps you to improve your ski touring skills!

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 225

4-day Ski touring in Val d’Aran in the Pyrenees

Discover the amazing Spanish Pyrenees with Hugo, AEGM certified mountain guide, on this 4-day ski touring adventure in the magical Val d'Aran!

4 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 400

5-Day Carros de Foc Skiing Trip

Join AEGM certified mountain guide Hugo on a unique skiing trip in Carros de Foc in the Aigüestortes National Park the Spanish Pyrenees!

5 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 510

Carros de Foc, 4-day hut-to-hut ski tour in the Pyrenees

Come with Ferran, AEGM-certified mountain guide, and discover the Carros de Foc Route, in the Aigüestortes National Park. Enjoy the beauty of the Pyrenees on an exciting ski touring experience!

4 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 250

Picos de Europa, Spain, Guided Ski Touring

Miguel, an AEGM certified mountain guide, wants to take you on an exciting skiing adventure through the gorgeous Picos de Europa in the Cantabrian mountains of Spain.

1 day

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 100

2-day Advanced glacier ski mountaineering course in Asturias

Let Miguel Angel, an AEGM certified guide, help you push your skiing limits with this 2-day Advanced glacier ski mountaineering course in Asturias.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 150

Off piste skiing course in the Cantabrian mountains

Get ready to improve your skiing level with this Off piste skiing course in the Cantabrian mountains, in the company of AEGM-certified guide Miguel Angel.

1 day

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 60

2-day Ski Touring Course in Sierra de Guadarrama

Join Mariano, a certified mountain guide, ski instructor and UIMLA mountain leader, on this spectacular 2-day ski touring course in the beautiful Sierra de Guadarrama, Spain.

2 days

Beginner

Occasional

FromEUR 250

1-day Intro to Ski Touring in the Community of Madrid

Do you want to try ski touring? Join Mariano, a certified mountain guide, ski instructor and UIMLA mountain leader, and have your first ski touring experience in the Community of Madrid.

1 day

Intermediate

Occasional

FromEUR 125

Sierra Nevada 1+ day alpine backcountry skiing course for all levels

Join Mariano, a certified mountain guide, ski instructor and UIMLA mountain leader on this adventure in Sierra Nevada! Over the course of 1+ days, you will enjoy the breathtaking alpine skiing to be done here!

1 day

All Levels

Open to everyone

FromEUR 150

5.00

(1)

5-Day Carros de Foc Ski Tour in the Pyrenees

Join IFMGA-certified guide Roger ski touring the Pyrenees on this epic 5-day journey through the incredible Carros de Foc in Spain.

5 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 800

6-day hut to hut skiing trip, Pyrenees

A 6-day hut to hut skiing trip to explore the beautiful Spanish Pyrenees. Enjoy amazing descents along with IFMGA certified guide Roger.

6 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 1250

5.00

(3)

Thermal ski touring in Val d’Aran, Pyrenees

Roger, IFMGA certified mountain guide, takes you on this 3-day backcountry ski touring trip in Val d'Aran to enjoy the best snow in the Pyrenees!

3 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 800

2-day Sierra Nevada ski touring adventure and Mulhacén ascent

Join UIMLA certified mountain leader Martín on this 2-day program and enjoy ski touring in the beautiful mountains of the Sierra Nevada, such as Mulhacén.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

Mount Aneto ski mountaineering ascent, Spain

Climb the famous Mount Aneto (3,404m), the highest peak in the Pyrenees, in a 2-day ski mountaineering trip led by IFMGA-certified mountain guide Javier.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 100

Peyreget 1-day ski touring route, Spanish Pyrenees

UIMLA certified mountain leader Raul takes you from Portalet to the Peyreget peak. Enjoy a fabulous ski touring adventure in the Pyrenees!

1 day

Advanced

Fit

FromEUR 90

Ski touring in Castro Valnera, Cantabrian Mountains

Join Raul, UIMLA certified mountain leader, for this ski touring day trip in Castro Valnera. Discover the amazing powder snow of the Cantabrian Mountains!

1 day

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 90

1+ day ski touring in the Val d’Aran, Pyrenees, Spain

Enjoy ski touring around Val d'Aran on this one or more days program in the Pyrenees led by IFMGA certified mountain guide Lluc.

1 day

Beginner

Fit

FromEUR 70

1+ day freeride skiing in Baqueira-Beret in the Pyrenees

Follow IFMGA certified mountain guide Lluc on this one or more days program in the Pyrenees and enjoy freeride skiing in the Baqueira-Beret ski resort.

1 day

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 70

Ski off-piste in breathtaking Baqueira, Spanish Pyrenees

Explore the great off-piste terrain of Baqueira Beret, in the Spanish Pyrenees, with an off-piste skiing tour along experienced AEGM-certified local guide Roger.

1 day

Any

Hut to hut Ski touring in Val d’Aran near Barcelona

Join IFMGA certified mountain guide, Roger, for this unforgettable 6-day ski touring adventure in the spectacular Pyrenees mountains near Barcelona!

7 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 1050

Val d’Aran 5-day heliboarding trip, Pyrenees

Join Roger, an IFMGA certified guide, on this 5-day heliboarding trip in Val d’Aran, Pyrenees. With incomparable descents and amazing views from the helicopter ride, this is a 5 day exceptional snowboarding and skiing adventure.

1 day

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 1290

Aneto and Pico de Alba 3-day ski touring ascent

A 3-day ski touring ascent to Aneto (3404 m), the highest peak in the Pyrenees, and to Pico de Alba (3107 m), along with IFMGA certified mountain guide Roger.

3 days

Any

FromEUR 650

Aneto 2-day guided ski touring ascent

Climb Aneto, the highest mountain in the Pyrenees, with this guided ski touring ascent along with Roger, an IFMGA certified mountain guide. Enjoy an amazing descent from the roof of the Pyrenees!

2 days

Any

FromEUR 250

Aragon Pyrenees 5-day ski touring trip

Discover the beautiful Aragon Pyrenees in Spain and enjoy amazing descents. A 5-day ski touring trip, along with IFMGA certified mountain guide Roger, skiing down Aneto and Posets in the Benasque Valley.

5 days

Any

FromEUR 970

6-day ski touring trip in Val d’Aran, Pyrenees

Roger, IFMGA certified mountain guide, takes you on a 6-day ski touring trip in the Pyrenees, exploring different areas in Val d'Aran.

6 days

Beginner

Occasional

FromEUR 1000

Heli-ski touring in Val d’Aran, Pyrenees

Join Roger, IFMGA certified mountain guide, on this amazing 5-day heli-ski touring trip. Four days of heliski drops and the best ski touring in Val d'Aran.

4 days

Intermediate

Occasional

FromEUR 1450

Improve Your Ski Touring Skills, 2-day Workshop in the Pyrenees (Port Aine, Pallars)

Join Patrick, an AGAMA certified guide, on an exciting 2 day ski touring skills workshop in the beautiful Pyrenees of Andorra.

2 days

Intermediate

Fit

FromEUR 170

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There are many reasons for choosing Backcountry Skiing in Spain

Reach the wildest spots in Spain when winter arrives for unforgettable skiing adventures. The Pyrenees is a range of picturesque peaks and varying slopes that runs along the border between Spain and France. As such it has played a significant part in their history. While the Cantabrian Mountains are home to high peaks and ridges, and offer scenic landscapes of dense forested slopes.

Good to know:

Country code

+34

Currency

Euro

Language

Spanish

Best time to visit

Visit between January and April for ideal backcountry skiing conditions

Weather

The rugged regions of Spain are characterised by a cool and cold climate while receiving heavy snowfalls

More info about Backcountry Skiing in Spain:

Located in the Iberian Peninsula in the southwest of Europe, Spain is home to almost 47 million people. It is bordered to the south and east by the Mediterranean Sea, to the west by Portugal, to the northeast by France and Andorra, and northwest by the Bay of Biscay. The Pyrenees Mountain range extends the northern borders from the Mediterranean Sea to the Bay of Biscay. In the south, the main mountain ranges are the Sierra Morena and the Baetic System

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