The Sierra Nevada Ski and Mountain Resort is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Andalusia. The station is located in the Sierra Nevada National Park. Within the limits of the province of Granada. Located 27 kilometres from the city of Granada.
During the snow season, many sportsmen and lovers of the cold visit the surroundings of Sierra Nevada. From anywhere on the Costa del Sol. In particular, trips from the town of Nerja are very frequent. Located 121 kilometres from the ski resort facilities. The road trip is really comfortable. Generally, the duration of the journey is around 90 minutes.
The Sierra Nevada Ski Resort is located in the lower part of the National Park. Thanks to its position, it is considered the highest altitude ski resort in Spain. In addition, its facilities are located in the southernmost position in Europe. These characteristics make the Sierra Nevada Ski Resort a popular territory due to the stability of its temperatures (generally mild) and its abundant hours of sunshine. So much so that it was previously known as the SOLYNIEVE Station. Sun and snow in English. Nowadays, that name is no longer used.
As for the ski facilities, we can highlight the wide range of activities that it hosts among the various areas that make it up. It offers its visitors a total of 131 skiable slopes . The skiable section reaches 110 kilometres of snow territory. Among the services offered by the facilities, you will find: accommodation areas, bar and restaurant areas, equipment rental shops, daycare centres, numerous cable car areas, etc. As an additional service, the station also offers the possibility of night skiing.
On the other hand, within the Sierra Nevada National and Natural Park we also find other places of interest. The Sierra Nevada Observatory is one of them. It should be noted that the landscape and biological values of the Sierra Nevada territory make it one of the main reserves of animal and plant life in Andalusia. Also you will be able to enjoy the highest peak of the peninsula: El Mulhacén. This makes the Ski Resort even more valued by its visitors. In addition, enjoying skiing or snowboarding you will get to know an environment with a unique charm. In fact, it is worth knowing the surroundings of Granada. Specifically the coast of Malaga.
In short, you can combine hot and cold plans. Knowing the coast of Granada and the Costa del Sol.