Soldeu & El Tarter are two villages just over a kilometre apart, both part of the Grand Valira ski area.
The resort are famous for their excellent ski and board schools, tree lined runs, and great snow record making it a number one choice for beginners, improvers and intermediates,
Soldeu is an enchanting village that captures many visitors seeing them returning year after year on holiday, to work and some cases set up home. Soldeu is a perfect example of a village that has developed tourism whilst keeping strong the farming roots of the community and the mountain village atmosphere. Several families share the village and you will see the evidence of this still today.
The Calbo, Font, Bonell, Naudi,Peretol and Maistre Familes have all contributed greatly to the development of the village and its Ski Area. Soldeu was the second resort in the Principality of Andorra was also born of an initiative by skiing enthusiasts. Miquel Baró, Josep Torrallardona i Martí Salvans opened the first chairlift at the foot of the village of Soldeu in the area called Espiolets. It was February 1964 and the ski euphoria was spreading fast in all sectors. And so in the winter of 1981 the resort was extended to include the area called El Tarter and took the name Soldeu-El Tarter. Artificial snow cannons reach the resort in the winter of 1987 this was just shortly behind Pas de La Casa who introduced the 1st snow cannons to the country in 1986.
Soldeu El Tarter did lead Andorra and the entire Pyrenees in lift technology. In 2000 the regions first 8 seater high speed gondola lift was opened to transport skiers to the top of the mountain in greater comfort and speed. Soldeu comes alive in the winter months as a skiing town. The skiing is part of the 193km GRANDVALIRA ski area, the largest area in the Pyrenees. The village is at 1710 metres and the top of the ski area is at 2580 metres. The gondola from the village rises to 2250 meters where the ski and board schools as well as restaurants are located.
Ski & Snow Board School Soldeu / El Tarter ☼☼☼☼☼
The Soldeu El Tarter Ski/Board School is one of the largest English speaking schools in Europe. Over 450 instructors, many of which are native English speakers offer the highest and most proficient level of teaching from absolute beginner to advanced and freestyle. They are the winners of several top European awards for their high standards and excellent reputation. Whatever your level of skiing or boarding, their will be a course or class to suit you. In the village of Soldeu there is something to suit all types and tastes. The Sport Complex at the top end of Soldeu now offers you 4 Star quality in the Port and Sport Village and the new addition of the 5* Hermitage Hotel which really is a touch of class. The Wellness Centre (open 2006/07) is a real must for any visitor to the village to soak away the aches and pains of their week. Soldeu also offers all levels of hotel and self cateri
Ski & Snow Board School Soldeu / El Tarter ☼☼☼☼☼
The Soldeu El Tarter Ski/Board School is one of the largest English speaking schools in Europe. Over 450 instructors, many of which are native English speakers offer the highest and most proficient level of teaching from absolute beginner to advanced and freestyle. They are the winners of several top European awards for their high standards and excellent reputation. Whatever your level of skiing or boarding, their will be a course or class to suit you. In the village of Soldeu there is something to suit all types and tastes. The Sport Complex at the top end of Soldeu now offers you 4 Star quality in the Port and Sport Village and the new addition of the 5* Hermitage Hotel which really is a touch of class. The Wellness Centre (open 2006/07) is a real must for any visitor to the village to soak away the aches and pains of their week. Soldeu also offers all levels of hotel and self cateri
Eating Out ☼☼☼☼
Eating out in Soldeu area is also a great experience. Lunch in the village cafes and bars is cheaper than the mountain restaurants and worth the trip down in the cable car. Slim Jims Cafe is a central landmark and famous for its breakfasts, lunches and evening meals. For an evening out, you will find good food to suit all tastes in the area.
Merlot: Fine Dining, unique dish creations and exquisite gastronomic and wine tasting menu. Experience
Cort de Popaire: Traditional Catalan Restaurant with great meal on the grill
Fat Alberts Bistro: Good Pub Grub and specialty Pizzas
Equirol: Your local Indian – Great selection of Indian Specials