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Vallnord Pal Arinsal Bike Park: trails, lifts and levels
In short: Vallnord Pal Arinsal Bike Park, in La Massana (Andorra), has 30 trails and more than 60 km, with over 1,000 m of vertical drop between the Pic del Cubil and La Massana. There are trails for every level, from green to black, for downhill, enduro, cross-country and e-bike, plus beginner areas and a downhill school. In 2026 it opened every day from 20 June to 13 September and then only at weekends until 12 October. The 2027 dates have not been published yet.
Pal Arinsal is one of the best-known bike parks in the Pyrenees and a common destination for anyone travelling to Andorra for the first time. This guide sums up what you will find: what the terrain is like, which levels there are, how you get uphill and what your options are if you have no experience.
Bike park key facts
| Fact | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | La Massana, Andorra |
| Trails | 30, in different MTB disciplines and levels |
| Length | More than 60 km |
| Vertical drop | More than 1,000 m, between the Pic del Cubil and La Massana |
| Lifts | 4: 1 gondola and 3 chairlifts |
| Disciplines | Downhill, enduro, cross-country and e-bike |
| 2026 season | Every day from 20 June to 13 September; weekends from 19 September to 12 October |
The data comes from the official Pal Arinsal website (checked on 05/11/2026) and from the 2026 season maps. If you are planning for 2027, check the dates once the resort publishes them.
The levels: from green to black
According to the official map for the 2026 season, the trails are split as follows, not counting the beginner areas or the e-bike trails:
| Level | Trails |
|---|---|
| Green | 5 |
| Blue | 10 |
| Red | 11 |
| Black | 6 |
It is a balanced split: there are more red and blue trails than green or black ones, so anyone who already controls the bike on descents has plenty to choose from. As in any bike park, the scale is the resort's own, so a blue at Pal Arinsal may not feel the same as a blue somewhere else. The usual practical rule: start one level below the one you think you have and move up as you get to know the terrain.
The trails range from downhill tracks, some of them homologated for the World Cup, to natural enduro paths and trails. This is one of the attractions of the area: you can combine built trails with sections of natural singletrack.
Lifts: how you get uphill
The bike park has 3 lifts: one gondola and 2 chairlifts. The official website presents the lifts as adapted to move around the resort easily. For your trip, what matters is this:
- You ride up with your bike on the lift and save your effort for the descent. The lift staff help you with the bike the first time.
- The Bike Park Bike Pass gives access to the open lifts of the sector. Which lifts and trails are open each day depends on the weather and the state of the terrain, and the resort publishes the summer report on its website.
- The La Massana gondola is the access from the village, which matters if you stay in La Massana.
Beginner areas and school
Pal Arinsal is not only for experienced riders. For those starting out there are:
- Bike World, the beginner zone, with areas such as First Wheel, Bike Rules, Ride Challenge, Trail Boost, Green Gravity Descent and Pump Track.
- Bike School, with qualified instructors and private lessons from one hour to a full day, and equipment rental.
- Furious by Pal Arinsal, for children aged 3 to 10, with specialised instructors.
If it is your first time, a lesson with an instructor teaches position, braking and vision, and reduces the scares of the first day. To know what to bring, go through the bike park equipment checklist.
Downhill, enduro, cross-country and e-bike
The area is designed for several disciplines:
- Downhill (DH): descent trails, some of them homologated for the World Cup.
- Enduro: according to the official page, almost 80% of the terrain is natural paths and trails.
- Cross-country (XC): cross-country trails in the area.
- E-bike: new trails for electric bikes.
If you are interested in e-bikes in Andorra, also read the article about the best e-bike park in Europe with Grandvalira and Vallnord.
Safety and assistance
The bike patrol builds and maintains the trails, looks after safety and gives first aid in coordination with the resort's medical teams. In an emergency, the European number is 112. Wear a full-face helmet and protective gear and always ride at a level you can control.
When there is a World Cup
In 2026, Pal Arinsal hosted a round of the downhill World Cup from 9 to 12 July. During those days only the lower trails stayed open (Commencal Inferior, Old School, Best World DHI 2019, Wet Tube and Maxi Avalanche Inferior). If your visit coincides with a race, check which areas are open before buying your trip.
How to plan your trip
- Accommodation: La Massana is the village next to the access gondola to Pal Arinsal. You can see the available hotels on the Vallnord Pal Arinsal Bike Park page.
- Bike Pass and dates: check the accommodation and Bike Pass offers to choose days and hotel.
- Other bike parks in Andorra: if you want to compare with Grandvalira, use the bike park map.
- Previous season: to see what was new in Vallnord for the 2026 season, read the article about the Vallnord Bike Park 2026 season.
Frequently asked questions
How many trails does the Pal Arinsal bike park have?
30 trails and more than 60 km, in different MTB disciplines and levels, with more than 1,000 m of vertical drop between the Pic del Cubil and La Massana.
Which levels are there at Vallnord Pal Arinsal Bike Park?
According to the 2026 map, 5 green, 10 blue, 11 red and 6 black trails, plus beginner areas and e-bike trails.
When does the bike park open?
In 2026 it opened every day from 20 June to 13 September and then only at weekends from 19 September to 12 October. The 2027 dates have not been published yet.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. There are green trails, the Bike World beginner zone, a school with qualified instructors and a programme for children aged 3 to 10.
How many lifts does it have?
4: one gondola and three chairlifts, according to the 2026 season data we have.
Can I ride an e-bike?
Yes: the bike park has trails for electric bikes, in addition to the downhill, enduro and cross-country ones.
