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Spanish Ice-skating Championship in the Val d'Aran

The Palai de geu de Vielha hosts the competition this weekend with the best Spanish skaters.

From Friday 16th and throughout the weekend will be held in the Palai de Geu Vielha (Val d’Aran) the Spanish Ice-skating Championship. The competition is organized by the Spanish Ice Sports Federation in collaboration with the Club Esportiu de Geu Val d’Aran and the Catalan Federation of Winter Sports.

Spain ice skating championship will be held in Novice Advanced, Junior 1ª and Senior 1ª for Individual Femenino, Individual Masculino, Parejas, Danza Sobre Hielo y Patinaje Sincronizado disciplines. On Sunday 18th will take place the Gala of the exhibition of Champions and Runners-up.

The best national skaters will compete in this competition. Aranese representation is made by Griselda Serrallac, from CEGVA and Tòn Consul and Alexandru Ilici, from FC Barcelona.

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Salomon Quest Challenge in the Val d’Aran

Baqueira Beret, will host the first date of the Salomon Quest Challenge, a competition to have fun with family and friends, that will collaborate with the TV3 Marathon.

The ski resort of Val d’Aran, will be in charge of opening the third edition of the Salomon Quest Challenge next weekend. The competition bets again on a formula that combines fun and competition on skis, telemark or snowboard. In addition, in Baqueira Beret, the test collaborates with the Marathó de TV3, donating 50% of the collection of the inscriptions to this solidarity project for the investigation of the medullary and traumatic brain injuries.

4 retos challenges of Salomon Quest Challenge

The teams, integrated by three participants, will be able to choose challenge category (with friends) or family and they will have to face four unique challenges and specially designed for the occasion: giant slalom, freeride, descent boardercross in team and banked slalom. They will have three hours to get the maximum possible score and have fun to the maximum in the four tests suitable for all levels and styles.

The morning will end with the awards ceremony and a drawing of multiple gifts of material Salomon and Suunto in the village. Registrations are already open on the Salomon Quest Challenge website.

The Salomon Quest Challenge will have three more stops: in Grandvalira (14/1/17), Masella (18/2/17) and Sierra Nevada (8/4/17).

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Purísima, snow, tourism and relaxation in the Val d'Aran

The week of the Purísima, the first of the winter season, is presented in the Val d’Aran full of activities and proposals for a total disconnection.

Snow sports, artisan markets, cultural visits and Christmas atmosphere in crib villages, join the usual cultural, gastronomic and commercial proposal of the valley to offer our visitors an attractive program.

38 OPEN TRACKS

The three ski areas of the Val d’Aran, Baqueira, Beret and Bonaigua stations will be partially open. This first weekend you can have 38 tracks that add 55 km of tracks and 26 lifts in operation. The thicknesses are now between 5 and 25 cm of milled snow on slopes.
Most of the restaurant and cafe services will also be active in all three areas, as well as shops and rental points and ski storage at the foot of the slopes. It is also planned to put into operation the novelty of this year, Borda Lobato, with its new offer of catering to dishes and high mountain cuisine.

EXPERIENCES IN THE SNOW

Snow is also the protagonist of many other activities in the valley. An excursion with snowshoes, a dog sled ride, or driving a motorcycle on the slippery white terrain are unforgettable experiences that are worth living.
All of them can be hired from specialized companies. You will find all the information in the snow microsite of Torisme dera Val d’Aran, where you will also be able to inform about the weather forecast and avalanches.

THE MARKETS OF THE BRIDGE OF THE PURÍSIMA

Different markets and fairs will invade the plazas of the Aranese towns with crafts, handicrafts, Christmas decorative objects and local gastronomic specialties. From Saturday and throughout the week you have a craft market in the square of the church of Vielha.
In addition, from 4 to 6 takes place the Fira del Formatge Sabor a Vielha, where you can taste a great variety of cheeses of cow, sheep, goat and buffalo, many of which are unknown to the general public but renowned among the gastronomes. On the other hand, the village of Les celebrates Wednesday its traditional Fair of the Purísima, where they also offer products typical of the area such as cheeses, jams, honey, pates and an interesting sample of the Aranese handicraft.
New this year is the Aran Christmas Market, from 8 to 10 December at the sports center of Salardú, where you will find a sample of artisan products from the Val d’Aran: clothing, shoes and accessories.

KNOWING THE VALLEY THROUGH ITS HERITAGE

And when the cold prevails, a good option is to know the valley through its historical heritage. From the cultural council and through Musèus dera Val d’Aran there are guided tours of the Romanesque churches and temporary exhibitions. In addition, on the days of the bridge the museums remain open to a schedule adapted to tourists.
Consult here the different cultural activities of the Bridge of the pure.

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

During these days in the valley sure you will also find moments to walk around the commercial areas of the main towns. The Val d’Aran offers an attractive and special offer of shops where you can choose some of your Christmas gifts and browse among an assortment of unique details to take you as a souvenir of your stay.
The Christmas atmosphere is already breathed in the streets and squares of the villages, charmingly decorated. Some, like Arties, organize a popular party to celebrate the start of the season and the lighting of Christmas lighting.

GASTRONOMY

And, one last recommendation: to live an authentic Aranian gastronomic experience. Temptations are many and for all palates. Recipes of traditional cuisine and more sophisticated dishes collect all the flavor of this place of the Pyrenees. You can enjoy delicious specialties based on hunting and fishing, high quality pates, aromatic crêpes, traditional soups, etc. And, above all, content your stomachs with a traditional Aranese Eye, the best restorative after a day in the snow.

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Cultural activities in the Purísima week

When the cold prevails, a good option is to know the Val d’Aran through its historical heritage. From the cultural council and through Musèus dera Val d’Aran there are guided tours of the Romanesque churches and temporary exhibitions. Also on this days the museums remain open to a schedule adapted to tourists.

Consult the different activities here:

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Opening season 16-17 in Baqueira Beret

The Val d’Aran ski resort, Baqueira Beret, opens today the snow season 2016-2017.

The abundant snowfall in high altitudes and the low temperatures of recent days have allowed the opening of the ski slopes on schedule. At the moment, Baqueira Beret will open a total of 5 tracks of the North Face, with thicknesses of between 5 and 25cm, that will be accessible through the chair Jorge Jordana.
According to the station, the tracks open this weekend are Luis Arias, Pales der Arias 1, Cara Nord, Isards and Tamarro. The entrance by the station must be done exclusively by Orri. As for the open catering services will be those of the Moët Winter Lounge and the parr of Orri.

Microsite on the snow in the Val d’Aran

Coinciding with the opening of the season 2016-2017, from Torisme dera Val d’Aran has started a microsite dedicated to the snow. In this online space you can find information about Baqueira Beret, activities, services, news, events, meteorology, avalanche bulletin and state of the terrain.
In the Val d’Aran, a large number of snow activities are carried out, which can be hired from specialized companies. From rafting to sleigh rides, it is possible to choose from a wide range.
In addition, there is an excellent offer of après-ski and the best offer of shops specializing in articles for snow. Likewise, the picturesque villages of the Valley dyed white are an attractive tourist heritage a must visit for the visitor.

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TransGarona, cycling trail between the Val d’Aran and France

The TransGarona will be a 28 km itinerary besides the Garona

The common European project for the cyclable track “TransGarona” is already a reality after the agreement between the Consèlh Generau d’Aran and the départamental council of the Haute-Garonne last Friday. This itinerary of 28 km will connect the territories of the Val d’Aran and Fronsac, linking with the circuit to Toulouse.

According to the provisional plan, the project will begin in 2018 and is expected to be completed by 2021. In the words of the councilor of Aran Territory, Jose A. Boya: “What we are looking for from the Aran Govèrn is a natural cycle route through River easy and familiar. In addition, we have contacts to extend the cyclable track to Catalonia in the long term. “

The estimated cost of this itinerary is 3.5 million euros, to be financed jointly within the Operational Program for Territorial Cooperation Spain France Andorra 2014-2020 (INTERREG-POCTEFA).

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Cavall Pirinenc Català: IX Concurso Nacional

The IX National Morphological Competition of the Cavall Pirinenc Català will be held on 18 and 19 November in Bossòst.

The event includes several activities such as a popular breakfast, horse auction, horse show and rides by the French Marichal Ferrant school. You will also be able to visit in Bossòst an exhibition of future stallions of cavall pirinenc català, and enjoy children’s games and Arian dances.

THE CAVALL PIRINENC CATALÀ

The Cavall Pirinenc Català (CPC) is an equine breed native to the regions of the Pyrenees and pre-Pyrenees of Catalonia. It is characterized by its rusticity, high sexual precocity, great fertility, ease of delivery and maternal aptitudes.

Program of the Contest of the Cavall Pirinenc Català

Friday, November 18

17-21: Arrival of participants and animals to the fair grounds.

22h: Pintxo Pote Night n Bossòst

Saturday, November 19

8-9 am: Breakfast

9: 30h: Start of the National Morphological Competition

13: 30h: Prix

14: 30h: Lunch

17h: Horse auction

21:30 Closing dinner with the attendance of the participants and authorities.

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Final stretch of the the presentation tour of the snow season

We’ll wait for you together with Baqueira Beret in the igloo iglú settled in Margaret Thatcher square

Val d’Aran and Baqueira Beret are in the final stretch. of the presentation the new features of the snow season in Madrid, from Thursday 17th to Saturday 19th. We invite you to approach the igloo installed in front of Margaret Thatcher square, where you can know the proposals, surprises and experiences, unique and exclusive for this winter.

Val d’Aran, more than snow

The campaign has been carried out next to the station of Baqueira Beret, being this the biggest attraction of the winter season. However, according to the Consèlhera of Tourism and Economic Development, “the Val d’Aran is more than snow, and this campaign is the best way to publicize the activity of the valley during the winter”

In this sense, in the Val d’Aran, you can carry out a large number of snow activities, which can be hired from specialized companies. From rafting to sleigh rides, you can choose from a wide range. You can also enjoy an excellent après-ski offer.

News from the Baqueira Beret snow season

Up to 156 km skiing
Review of the tracks (work in the field during the summer)
4 new snow-step machines
More quantity and better quality of production of snow
Improvements in gastronomy: New Lobato Borda and Deli Baqueira gourmet shop to 1500 with gastronomic specialties of the Val d’Aran.
Improvements at commercial level: New website and online booking center
More information: What’s new in Baqueira Beret 2016-2017

Tasting of Aranese specialities

In the igloo visitors can participate in the raffle of complete stays, ski passes, ski and snowboard courses, 360 ° glasses, products of the guarantee brand Val d’Aran, Salomon ski equipment and in competitions with Important prizes. We also invite you to live a unique experience with the Virtual Experience and enjoy the first descent of the season by the slopes of the Aranese station.

Timetable

Présentation to the press and authorities

Thursday 17 13h.

Open to public

Thursday 18 from 16 to 20h.

Friday 19 and Saturday 12 from 12 to 20h

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Gastropirineus, a tribute to the cuisine of the Pyrenean regions

The cuisine of the Val d’Aran will be present in the days Gastropirineus from 13 to 15 November in the Seu d’Urgell.

Gastropirineus is an organized action with the aim of giving prominence and value in the cuisine, products and professionals of the sector of the restoration of all the Pyrenean regions of Catalonia. From La Vall d’Aràn to La Garrotxa, the initiative has been conceived transversally, to bring together the culinary legacy of these territories.
The conference aims to stimulate innovation, promote the food culture, collect and disseminate the knowledge of producers, processors and cooks. The objective is to improve the competitiveness of professionals and companies in the wine and gastronomic sector of our Pyrenees.
At the same time, in Gastropirineus there will be sample and tasting of products, demonstration of the elaboration of dishes of the cuisine of the Pyrenees, presentation of new dishes and products, iinterchange of ideas, debate and reflection and live cooking sessions.
The Aranese gastronomy will have a prominent role in the conference, with the demonstration of live cooking of the winter dishes of the Casa Irene Restaurant, by chef Andreu Vidal. Also, Cristina Madruga, Conselh Generau d’Aran, will present on Tuesday the Guarantee Mark Productes dera Val d’Aran.
Framed in the events of celebration of the year of Catalonia as European Region of Gastronomy 2016, Gastropirineus is a meeting point for professionals in the tourist and gastronomic sectors. Tourism and its associated services are essential to set the settlement of the population and guarantee and improve the quality of life of mountain dwellers.

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The Val d'Aran snow season presented in Barcelona

We will wait for you together with Baqueira Beret in the igloo installed in front of Illa Diagonal

From Thursday and throughout the weekend Val d’Aran and Baqueira Beret are presenting the new features of the snow season in Barcelona. We invite you to approach the igloo installed in front of Illa Diagonal, where you can know the proposals, surprises and experiences, unique and exclusive for this winter.

Visitors can participate in the raffle of complete stays, ski passes, ski and snowboard courses, 360 ° glasses, products of the guarantee brand Val d’Aran, Salomon ski equipment and in competitions with Important prizes. We also invite you to live a unique experience with the Virtual Experience and enjoy the first descent of the season by the slopes of the Aranese station.

Schedule

Thursday 10: from 16 to 20h

Friday 11 and Saturday 12: from 12 to 20h

Baqueira and Val d’Aran in Let’s Snow BCN

The presentation in Barcelona coincides with the celebration of Let’s Snow BCN festival, to be held on 11, 12 and 13 November at the Poble Espanyol. Val d’Aran and Baqueira Beret will also be present in this event that recovers the city annual meeting with the snow.

The visitors will be able to know the different snow proposals of the Val d’Aran, as well as the offer of lodgings, restoration and après-ski. Between the complete and interesting program of activities related to skiing and mountain sport, will be the presentation of the documentary about Aymar Navarro “South Lines” on Sunday at 12h.

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