When thinking of Spain, especially southern Spain, snow skiing doesn't often pop into mind as a viable holiday option for school ski trips! But, in fact, the Sierra Nevada range in Spain is translated in Spanish as 'Snowy Mountain', and it is one of the southernmost ski resorts in Europe.
With the highest mountain in Spain, Mulhacén (which is also the highest mountain in Europe outside of the Caucuses and Alps), Sierra Nevada provides excellent skiing opportunities for school ski trips throughout the winter and spring months, from December to May.
Sierra Nevada provides a superb blend of Mediterranean sunshine (where you can even get a tan on the slopes) and a good snow record that belies its close location to the water and warmer cities at lower elevations.
Skiing in the Sierra Nevada The Sierra Nevada area has just over 100 kilometres of pistes that offer students a range of difficulties, some technical trails and a good selection of advanced skiing.
The middle of the resort is located at 2,600 metres above sea level, and it is here students can don skis and get started - at whatever level of difficulty they choose.
For those on school ski trips who are just starting out, there are 16 green runs to get to grips with the feel of skis and their balance.
They can then head up to the 40 blue runs or the 50 red ones, which are slightly tougher physically and mentally, and offer a good range to test their skills as they progress.
For experienced skiers, there are nine black runs to conquer.
The longest run is 6.
18 kilometres and there are 29 lifts to get you to the starting points.
With six skiing areas that are catered to by 350 snow cannons, the Sierra Nevada provides some of the best spring-time skiing in all of Europe, even if it may seem to be a surprising destination of choice! Off the slopes in Sierra Nevada The itinerary of school ski trips should not be solely dedicated to the slopes and there will be plenty of time allowed to explore the area of Sierra Nevada off skis, too.
Nearby, visitors can take advantage of the outdoor ice rink at Mirlo Blanco, along with ski-bikes, ski-chairs and bob sleigh rides.
For those who want to pamper themselves, there is a spa in Pragellano.
Sierra Nevada is also within easy reach of the Spanish city of Grenada.
Grenada has a history that reaches back to at least the 8th century B.
C.
and is one of the most important cities in the country.
A trip to the Alhambra, or Moorish palace, in Grenada is a must when staying in nearby Sierra Nevada.
The Alhambra was developed as a walled town in the 11th century, and has played a vital role in the history of southern Spain.
In 1984 it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most visited attractions in all of Spain.
Be sure to plan an extra day and night for exploring this well-known city before returning home.
With the highest mountain in Spain, Mulhacén (which is also the highest mountain in Europe outside of the Caucuses and Alps), Sierra Nevada provides excellent skiing opportunities for school ski trips throughout the winter and spring months, from December to May.
Sierra Nevada provides a superb blend of Mediterranean sunshine (where you can even get a tan on the slopes) and a good snow record that belies its close location to the water and warmer cities at lower elevations.
Skiing in the Sierra Nevada The Sierra Nevada area has just over 100 kilometres of pistes that offer students a range of difficulties, some technical trails and a good selection of advanced skiing.
The middle of the resort is located at 2,600 metres above sea level, and it is here students can don skis and get started - at whatever level of difficulty they choose.
For those on school ski trips who are just starting out, there are 16 green runs to get to grips with the feel of skis and their balance.
They can then head up to the 40 blue runs or the 50 red ones, which are slightly tougher physically and mentally, and offer a good range to test their skills as they progress.
For experienced skiers, there are nine black runs to conquer.
The longest run is 6.
18 kilometres and there are 29 lifts to get you to the starting points.
With six skiing areas that are catered to by 350 snow cannons, the Sierra Nevada provides some of the best spring-time skiing in all of Europe, even if it may seem to be a surprising destination of choice! Off the slopes in Sierra Nevada The itinerary of school ski trips should not be solely dedicated to the slopes and there will be plenty of time allowed to explore the area of Sierra Nevada off skis, too.
Nearby, visitors can take advantage of the outdoor ice rink at Mirlo Blanco, along with ski-bikes, ski-chairs and bob sleigh rides.
For those who want to pamper themselves, there is a spa in Pragellano.
Sierra Nevada is also within easy reach of the Spanish city of Grenada.
Grenada has a history that reaches back to at least the 8th century B.
C.
and is one of the most important cities in the country.
A trip to the Alhambra, or Moorish palace, in Grenada is a must when staying in nearby Sierra Nevada.
The Alhambra was developed as a walled town in the 11th century, and has played a vital role in the history of southern Spain.
In 1984 it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most visited attractions in all of Spain.
Be sure to plan an extra day and night for exploring this well-known city before returning home.
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