Les Angles

Ski area: Les Angles

Resort height: 1600m

Resort top height: 2400m

Les Angles

Km piste: 55

Lifts: 22

Snow cannons: 363

Snow parks: 1

No. of slopes: 45

Green slopes 14 Blue slopes 9
Red slopes 14 Black slopes 8

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Driving distance from Calais:

710 miles (approx. 11hrs 10mins)

RESORT INFO

Why Les Angles?

 

  • Authentic mountain village with Catalan roots and a big heart
  • One of the best ski resorts in the Pyrenees with direct village access
  • Stunning Pyrenean scenery and lake views
  • The Animal park at Pla del Mir is an animal and nature lover’s dream
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The authentic mountain village of Les Angles has one of the best ski areas in the Pyrenees and a state of the art Live park. Proud of its Catalan roots, its 50 km of trails offer picturesque views of its quaint Catalan churches and its forests and lakes whilst the battalion of snow cannons and its excellent exposition mean great snow conditions.

 

The pretty village of Les Angles with its pistes sweeping down into the centre of the village, is unique in the Pyrenees. Grouped around its typically Catalonian church, the village with its natural warm springs and the 'Espace Bluneige' leisure centre is great for families. However, its very lively Catalonian nights in its selection of restaurants and bars make it ideal for those looking for a night life as well.

 

The charming old village of Les Angles has a friendly, welcoming and relaxed atmosphere and a rich history. The old town with its church as its crowning glory and it pretty central square is a pleasure to wander around and from here the road down to the lake passes through dense pine forests. The selection of bars, restaurants and general amenities are easily accessible on the main village through road and a small section above the old village.

 

Situated above the pretty village of Les Angles lies the ski resort of the same name. The resort extends from 1,600 metres to 2,400 metres with 50km of lift served runs and 36km of cross country and snow shoe trails. It offers picturesque ski trails and views of quaint Catalan churches and the forests and lakes below. This ski resort has been a favourite resort for both French and Spanish for many years.

 

The resort also features 1 snow park and has 363 strategically placed snow canons to ensure great snow coverage at all times. Les Angles has two Nordic ski areas which are located on either side of the alpine ski area and contain 36km of marked and groomed trails ideal for cross country skiing and snow shoeing.

 

The Pla del Mir sector of the ski area and the Sources de L’Aude Nordic area can be accessed by road which is on the outskirts of the village on the road to Perpignan. The Balcère Nordic ski area can be accessed via the Ave de Balcère which turns off at the Tourist Office. Shuttle buses run from the “Pelerins” cable car station to both these areas. (See Ski Info section for more details).

 

Celebrating its 50th anniversary last winter, the ski resort of Les Angles was created in 1964. This small village was once a rural mountain village living of sheep farming and forestry but after the rural exodus it found itself floundering and turned to tourism. It was therefore in 1964 that the first drag lift and chairlift were inaugurated and this was followed by a 4 person gondola painted in the Catalan colours of gold and red. The village began to grow and its first chalets and hotel “le Llaret” were opened to welcome the first ski tourists.

 

Throughout the year, the resort hosts many major international sporting events and music festivals during the month of January including:

 

Trace Catalan - French and Spanish alpine ski competition dedicated to Pyrenean competitors.

 

Depeche Pyrenees - a Pyrenean snowboarding competition tour and the signatory race of the Pyrenees.

 

Monomitik – an international meeting of the elusive mono-skiers who choose to descend the mountain on a single wide ski called a Monoski.

 

Garosnow music and skiing festival - a fun filled music festival with music styles from Reggae to hip hop.

 

Festival of Adventure – as the name implies this is the time to celebrate adventure sports in the area with many famous adventure sports personalities attending and competing

 

The end of the ski season sees the sunshine and longer warmer days – during the months of March and April events include:

 

Ultima Freestyle - a race in the Snow Park – this includes BBQs, fancy dress, music and fiesta!! Not for those of a serious nature.

 

Snow, Bike and Sun - a festive meeting of mountain bike and snow lovers – the aim is to descend on the snow from the Roc d’Aude on the mountain into the village.

 

There are also daily entertainment organised at the foot of the ski slopes for family and friends alike. Winter events include Christmas celebrations with a visit from Father Christmas; New Year’s Eve with torch lit descent into the village with mulled wine and hot chocolate; Open air dancing in front of the church to see in New Year.

 

The friendly and helpful Les Angles Tourist Office is open every day during the winter season, 09:00 – 12:00 & 14:00 – 18:00. Their comprehensive website is full of useful information, tips and suggestions.

 

Office de Tourisme Les Angles

2 avenue de l'Aude
66210 Les Angles

Tel : +33 (0)468 043276
Fax : +33 (0)468 309309
Web site : www.lesangles.com

 

 


  • Opening Dates
  • Children
  • Activities
  • Apres Ski/Eating
  • Access
  • Resort News
  • Other Amenities
Opening Dates

Les Angles ski area open: 21/11/15 – 16/04/16.

Children

Les Angles has plenty of activities for the little ones from Snake Glisse and dog sledding to Toboggan runs and merry go rounds. For contact details of activities suppliers, please see the “Activites” tab. During the winter season there are also activities on the slopes and in the village organised by the Tourist Office.

 

Dog Sledging

Dog sledging is available in a peaceful location in the heart of the forest near Lake Matemale just from a five minute drive or shuttle ride from resort. Open all year round, a professional musher will help you to enjoy the art of dog sledging.

 

Hatouk Traineau / Bureau Montagne des Angles.

 

Snake Glisse

Take part in a hair-raising snake like train down through the snowy slopes. Seated in your sledge with your legs placed in the sledge in front of you begin the descent winding down the long run. A fun filled event with whoops and laughter.

 

Booking:  Available daily upon reservation.

Bureau Montagne des Angles.

 

Laser Biathlon/Cross Country

Try this Olympic sport on the snow. Cross country ski to designated shooting stations and then take your aim and fire at the target using a laser gun. Time and precision are of the essence.

 

Booking:  Available upon reservation.

Bureau Montagne des Angles.

 

Treetop Trails

Children and adults alike will go giddy on this one – literally. Take to the heights of the treetops discovering different methods to cross from one tree to the next using swings, rope bridges and zip cords. Great fun for all the family - especially those who love being high up in the trees.

 

Booking:  Available upon reservation.

Angles Adventure.

 

Toboggan Run

The resort of Les Angles has a toboggan run located within the two Beginner’s areas. Pla del Mir on the mountain within the ski area and in the centre of the village behind the Oree des Cimes residence.  Find your inner child and just have fun with all the family. Beautiful panoramas combined with laughter and thrills and all in the wintery wonderland of Les Angles.

 

Carousel

Avenue de Mont Louis, 66210 Les Angles village, Tel +33 (0)620 770455. www.station-manege.com

Open 10:30 – 12:30 and 16:30 – 17:00 from December to March this children’s merry- go- round is located in the town centre.

 

Bowling

Espace Bleu Neige, Avenue de Mont Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: 0033 (0)468 309863.

The ten pin bowling alley has 4 lanes at your disposal as well as a games room. It is a great way to relax and have fun with friends and family.

Open from 16:00 – 00:00 daily.  Large groups wanting to bowl are advised to contact the bowling alley directly.

 

Visits to the Local Farms

Some of the local farmers in the area open up their farms to show you the joys of farming in the Pyrenees. This free evening out is great fun for all the family.

 

La Ferme Du Railet: Located in the small village of Llagonne which is a 15 minute drive from Les Angles. This is a full working farm with cows, sheep, goats, pigs, donkeys, work horses, geese, ducks, turkeys, chickens, rabbitsand even carrier pidgeons. There is a dairy which produces, cheese, yogurts, fresh milk and butter. Small children can be lead around the farm on a pony.

Opening dates and times: Daily during school holidays, otherwise Fri – Sunday. 16:00 – 19:00.

 

La Ferme Du Cambre d'Aze: Located in Saint Pierre dels Forcats which is a 25 minute drive from Les Angles. This mountain farm allows you to take part in the running of a mountain farm – so you can feed the animals.

Opening dates and times: Daily during February school holidays, 15:30 – 18:30.

 

Snow Kindergarten

Snow based child care for children 3 years old up with the E.S.F.

 

Sleigh Ride

Enjoy a romantic sleigh ride through the beautiful mountain scenery.

 

Ice Hockey 

At some dates in the season ice hockey games take place. Tickets can be bought locally.

 

Cinema

Enjoy a film in French or with French subtitles in the original version.

 

Ice Rink

The ice rink is located just a 5 minute walk from the centre of town and is open all season.

 

Activities

You could head out into nature and try snow shoeing around the beautiful Lac Balcere? The more adventurous will not be bored here with outlandish activities such as ice diving to paragliding. Children will love the “Snake Glisse” sledging down the slope in a conga style chain sled to sled or a memorable trip to the amazing Animal Park.  There is even an Adventure Park with monkey bridges and zip cords for those who want a day away from the snow.  Culture vultures with enjoy the wealth of local heritage sites in the nearby Capcir and Cerdangne areas and the Tet Valley. The UNESCO world heritage site of Mont Louis is a must whilst a trip on the famous “Yellow Train” which explores the Catalan area from the coast to the mountains is a ride of a lifetime. 

 

The Thermal Baths

There are three thermal spas located within 30 mins of Les Angles in Dorres, Llo and Saint Thomas. The thermal water baths rich in sulphur and sodium in this area is heated to a temperature of 36 degrees and is said to be excellent for muscle fatigue – so great after a long day on the slopes.

 

Les Bains de Llo

Route des Gorges, 66800 Llo. Tel: +33 (0)468 047455. www.bains-de-llo.com

Located 30 minutes from Les Angles, this natural spa offers relaxation and treatments with 100% natural products. The waters of Llo are rich in sodium and sulphur and are therefore renowned for their healing powers. These properties are great for hair and skin and for the easing of rheumatic and muscular pains.

 

The thermal baths comprises outdoor baths with hydro jets and thermal water heated to 35 degrees.

The Relaxing spa has water music aquatic and bubble underwater benches.

The Tonique Spa has geysers, bubble baths and underwater jets.

The large swimming pool has massaging hydro jets, bubble benches, water cannons and foot massage jets.

The Covered bath is heated to 37 degrees, with water falls, water curtains, massage benches and underwater music.

The indoor area has a Jacuzzi, hammam, sauna and relaxation area as well as beauty and massage treatments.

 

Opening dates and times:  Daily: 10:00 – 19:30; Christmas, New Year and February school holidays: 10:00 – 20:00.
Prices: Entrance to baths, sauna, hammam and relaxation area.
Adult/12€; Child 3-11yrs/9€; Family (2 adults and 2 under 14 year olds)/37€
Note: Baths are closed on some dates in between winter and summer seasons – please see website.

 

Saint Thomas les Bains

66360 Fontpedrouse, Tel: +33 (0)468 970313. www.bains-saint-thomas.fr

Located 22 km from Les Angles, Saint Thomas’ baths date back to the 1900’s. They are hidden away in a mythical valley and take their source from the waters of the Pyrenees. There are three external pools set in a Roman amphitheatre and heated to around 37 degrees. One of the pools has a Jacuzzi and massage jets. The internal area with a relaxation area which serves up herbal teas and 3 hammams (one with sulphurous steam) and two Jacuzzis and solarium. Massages and beauty treatments can be ordered ad hoc or as part of a package.

 

Opening dates and times:  Daily: 10:00 – 19:40; Christmas, New Year and February school holidays: 10:00 – 20:40.
Prices:
Simple package – exterior baths only: Adult/ 6.50€, Child 4-11yrs/5€;
Complete package – exterior baths & internal area: Adult/ 13€
Note: Baths are closed on some dates in between winter and summer seasons – please see website.

 

Dorres Roman Baths

D618 on the way to Toulouse, Tel: +33 (0)468 046687.

Located 31 km from Les Angles, Dorres Roman baths date are located outside in an idyllic setting amongst trees and with a stunning view of the summits of Puigmal.

 

Opening dates and times:  Daily: 08:45 – 19:40.
Prices:
Adult/4.80€; Child 2-4yrs/2€

 

Matemale Thermal Pools

1, Place du Village, 66210 Matemale. Tel: +33 (0)468 044102. http://matemale-tv-sports.pagesperso-orange.fr/matemale2/
Located 3km from the centre of Les Angles is the Matemale complex with its thermal pool, hammam and sauna. In the heart of the Capcir plateau, the complex uses the renewable thermal energy made by the dam to heat the local spring water in its pools and outdoor Jacuzzi. There is also a sports centre and massage area on site.

 

Heliodyssée Solar Centre

7, Rue de Four solaire, 66120 Font Romeu. Tel: +33 (0)468 307786. www.foursolaire-fontromeu.fr

In the valley at Odeillo, just 25 minutes away from Les Angles there is a massive solar centre. The building itself can be likened to a piece of art - a huge concave 40-metre high mirror glimmering in the sunshine. It is made up of panels that concentrate the sunlight 40,000 times. The museum underneath has guided tours (in French), which demonstrate on a smaller scale some of how the sun’s power can be concentrated and harnessed. The visit lasts ca. 1 hour.

 

Opening dates and times:  Daily: 10:00 – 11:30 & 14:00 – 17:00

 

Yellow Train

Telephone: +33 (0)800 886091. www.ter-sncf.com/languedoc-roussillon

A more leisurely way to see the Natural Park is by taking a ride on the Yellow Train of Cerdanya (Train Jaune), affectionately called the "Canary". Constructed between 1903 and 1911, it is a symbol of Catalan country and runs from Villefranche-de-Conflent (427m) to the station of La Tour de Carol and Bolquère - the highest station in France. Covering a distance of 63km and an altitude gain of 1200m, the line passes through 19 tunnels and over 2 impressive bridges (Pont Gisclard, Pont Segourne).  The station at Bolquère is just a 20 min’s drive from Les Angles.

 

Wildlife Park

Les Angles Animal park. 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)468 041720. www.faune-pyrenneene.fr

Located at the Pla Del Mir ski base, this site is not to be missed. Learn all about the wild and wonderful animals that inhabit (or once did) the Pyrenees. The brown bears are the most photogenic ever – whilst the wolves run in packs on the mountain slopes in full view. All animals have their own large roaming area and dangerous animals are set below the natural managed walkways through the enclosure. The odd red deer may wander pompously across your path and stare questioningly at you whilst pretty chamois deer smile pleasantly and prance gaily. The park is amazing and if you want to make a half day of it, you can bring a picnic to eat.

 

Lac De Balcère and Sources de l’Aude Nordic Ski Areas

Les Angles has two distinct areas for Nordic skiing (cross country skiing and snow shoeing) which are located on either side of the alpine ski area.

 

Nordic Area Sources de l’Aude is located at the base of the Pla Del Mir sector of the ski area. It is just a 5 minute drive from the centre of town by car or on the free local shuttle bus which leaves from the cable car (circuit 1). Here you will find four looped circuits that start and finish at the Pla Del Mir.

 

Nordic Area Lac De Balcère is located to the right of the ski area in a tranquil wooded area above the Belvédère area of town with its chalet lined streets. It is just a 10 minute drive from the centre of town by car or on the free local shuttle bus which leaves from the cable car (circuit 4). Here you will find two looped circuits that start and finish at the Belvédère de Balcère.

 

Nordic Skiing Lessons

Try your legs at cross country skiing – an aerobic activity not for the weak kneed.

ESF Les Angles, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)468 044782. www.esf-les-angles.com.

 

Booking:  Available upon reservation.

 

Ski Touring

Cross country ski or use touring skis to discover the hidden away natural areas of the Catalan Pyrenees. Whilst touring skis with the use of skins can take you u hill and downhill, cross country skis are a thinner ski which means sticking to more even ground. Whichever you choose, the views will be stunning and the tranquillity of the back country will be breath taking.

 

Booking:  Available daily upon reservation – see supplier contact details at bottom of page.

Franck Masfarné / Guide de Haute Montagne.

 

Cross Country Skiing Lessons

Cross country ski through pristine natural areas in peaceful surroundings– an aerobic activity not for the weak kneed but well worth the contact with nature.

 

Booking:  Available daily upon reservation – see supplier contact details at bottom of page.

ESF Les Angles/ Ecole Ski’N Co.

 

Snow Shoeing

Discover the mountains in this great snow activity with a professional guide to show you all of the wonders of the Catalan Pyrenees.

 

Booking:  Available daily upon reservation – see supplier contact details at bottom of page.

Bureau Montagne des Angles / Aventure Rando / Pyrenean Trails / ESF Les Angles/ Ecole Ski’N Co.

 

Dog Sledging

Dog sledging is available in a peaceful location in the heart of the forest near Lake Matemale just from a five minute drive or shuttle ride from resort. Open all year round, a professional musher will help you to enjoy the art of dog sledging.

 

Booking:  Available daily upon reservation – see supplier contact details at bottom of page.

Hatouk Traineau / Bureau Montagne des Angles.

 

Snake Glisse

Take part in a hair-raising snake like train down through the snowy slopes. Seated in your sledge with your legs placed in the sledge in front of you begin the descent winding down the long run. A fun filled event with whoops and laughter.

 

Booking:  Available daily upon reservation – see supplier contact details at bottom of page.

Bureau Montagne des Angles.

 

Ice Diving

Discovering the beautiful underwater world of ice diving. The light and clarity of these frozen lakes make the visual experience a memorable one whilst the thrill of discovering the underwater world is a buzz.

 

Booking:  Available upon reservation – see supplier contact details at bottom of page.

Plongée Cap Cerbère/ Rédéris Club de Banyuls.

 

Paragliding

See the snowy peaks and the ski area from above with a tandem discovery flights with a trained instructor. (Weather permitting).

 

Booking:  Available daily upon reservation – see supplier contact details at bottom of page.

Bureau Montagne des Angles/ Vol’aime/Rétana.

 

Laser Biathlon/Cross Country

Try this Olympic sport on the snow. Cross country ski to designated shooting stations and then take your aim and fire at the target using a laser gun. Time and precision are of the essence.

 

Booking:  Available daily upon reservation – see supplier contact details at bottom of page.

Bureau Montagne des Angles.

 

Treetop Trails

Children and adults alike will go giddy on this one – literally. Take to the heights of the treetops discovering different methods to cross from one tree to the next using swings, rope bridges and zip cords. Great fun for all the family - especially those who love being high up in the trees.

 

Booking:  Available daily upon reservation – see supplier contact details at bottom of page.

Angles Adventure.

 

Matemale Sports Centre

1, Place du Village, 66210 Matemale. Tel: +33 (0)468 044102. http://matemale-tv-sports.pagesperso-orange.fr/matemale2/
Located 3km from the centre of Les Angles is the Matemale complex sports centre and  thermal pools, hammam and sauna. In the heart of the Capcir plateau, the complex uses the renewable thermal energy made by the dam to heat the local spring water in its pools and outdoor Jacuzzi. There is also a massage area on site.

 

Toboggan Run

The resort of Les Angles has a toboggan run located within the two Beginner’s areas. Pla del Mir on the mountain within the ski area and in the centre of the village behind the Oree des Cimes residence.  Find your inner child and just have fun with all the family. Beautiful panoramas combined with laughter and thrills and all in the wintery wonderland of Les Angles.

 

Carousel

Avenue de Mont Louis, 66210 Les Angles village, Tel +33 (0)620 770455. www.station-manege.com

Open 10:30 – 12:30 and 16:30 – 17:00 from December to March this children’s merry- go- round is located in the town centre.

 

Winter Walks

There are some winter walks in the area – especially around Lake Balcère . Pop into the tourist office for more info and maps.

 

Library

Place de Coq d’Or, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: 0033 (0)468 302484. Email: bibliangles@yahoo.fr

There is a state library in Les Angles open Mondays and Thursdays, 14:30 – 17:30 and Tuesdays and Fridays, 09:00 – 12:00.

 

Cinema

Cinema le castell, Place du Castell (old village) Tel: +33 (0)684 835603. Email: lesamisducastell@hotmail.fr

Enjoy a film in French or with French subtitles in the original version in this atypical cinema with its cave-like façade and roof - it has a dimension that goes beyond cinema -the experience is unforgettable!

 

Bowling

Espace Bleu Neige, Avenue de Mont Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: 0033 (0)468 309863.

The ten pin bowling alley has 4 lanes at your disposal as well as a games room. It is a great way to relax and have fun with friends and family.

Open from 16:00 – 00:00 daily.  Large groups wanting to bowl are advised to contact the bowling alley directly.

 

The Fortifications of Vauban at Mont Louis

Mont Louis Tourist Office, 3, rue Lieutenant Pruneta, 66210 Mont Louis. Tel: +33 (0)468 042197.www.mont-louis.net.

This amazing site is located just 15 minutes from les Angles in the town of Mont Louis. The fortifications of Vauban was proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008. The highest fortified town in France, it lies at a height of 1600m and is located within the Catalan Pyrenees National Park.  The city was built by Vauban in 1681, and consists of 12 groups of fortified buildings and sites along the western, northern and eastern borders of France. They represent the finest examples of the work of Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban (1633-1707), a military engineer of King Louis XIV. The serial property includes towns built from scratch by Vauban, citadels, urban bastion walls and bastion towers. There are also mountain forts, sea forts, a mountain battery and two mountain communication structures. This property is inscribed as bearing witness to the peak of classic fortifications, typical of western military architecture. Vauban also played a major role in the history of fortification in Europe and on other continents until the mid-19th century.

 

Opening dates and times: During winter Monday to Saturday 09:30 – 12:30 & 14:00 – 17:00

Closed during the Christmas/New Year holidays.
Prices: Adults/5€; Children (11 -18 yrs/2.50€ Children (7-10 yrs)/2€; under 7s/Free of charge

 

Visits to the Local Farms

Some of the local farmers in the area open up their farms to show you the joys of farming in the Pyrenees. This free evening out is great fun for all the family.


La Ferme Du Railet: Located in the small village of Llagonne which is a 15 minute drive from Les Angles. This is a full working farm with cows, sheep, goats, pigs, donkeys, work horses, geese, ducks, turkeys, chickens, rabbitsand even carrier pidgeons. There is a dairy which produces, cheese, yogurts, fresh milk and butter. Small children can be lead around the farm on a pony.

Opening dates and times: Daily during school holidays, otherwise Fri – Sunday. 16:00 – 19:00.

 

La Ferme Du Cambre d'Aze: Located in Saint Pierre dels Forcats which is a 25 minute drive from Les Angles. This mountain farm allows you to take part in the running of a mountain farm – so you can feed the animals.

Opening dates and times: Daily during February school holidays, 15:30 – 18:30.

 

Museum- Farm Cal Mateu

Musée de Cerdagne - 66800 Sainte Léocadie. Tel: +33 (0)678 176419. Email: www.ferme-calmateu.fr.

Located just 30 minutes from les Angles in the small village of Sainte Léocadie in the Cerdagne area is this pretty farm cum museum. It is situated in a Cerdanya farmhouse with characteristic architecture and organized around exterior and interior spaces, the Cerdanya museum is a memorial to the daily life of local farmers as well as to the history of this area and its local border. It also hosts exhibitions.

 

Fontrabiouse Cave

La Creu, 66210 Fontrabiouse, Tel: +33 (0)468 309555. Email: cabrespine11@orange.fr. www.grottes-de-france.com

Located 15 minutes from Les Angles in the village of Fontrabiouse is Fontrabiouse Cave. It was discovered in 1958 during the mining of marble -a quarry rock blast revealed an enormous hole set on two levels and displayed an extremely rich underground landscape.

 

For 25 years, the cave was only a speleologists' territory before the town council finally decided to make this mysterious underground world accessible to the general public. Thanks to the comfortable equipment – set on two levels – of the cave, visitors can discover a fascinating and perfectly preserved underground world at their own pace.

 

Several chambers follow one another during this underground circuit which stretches for approximately 1km. There is an underground lake with jelly fish as well as columns and aragonite. The hundreds of fistulous stalactites hanging from the roof look like remarkable draperies or fine silver hair whilst the array colours brighten up this spectacular circuit.

 

Opening dates and times: The cave is open all year round as the temperature remains constant and cool. Closed 5,24,25,31 December and New Year’s Day.

Price of guided visit: Adult/9.90€; Child/6.20€. Visits operate at 10:30 / 11:30/ 14:30 / 15:30 / 16:30 from December to March.

 

The Village of Dorres

This quaint Pyrenean village is located just 40 minutes from Les Angles. The village with its granite quarry has conserved all of its original charm and features over the years. The authentic Cerdane farms and houses are very much still as they were hundreds of years ago.

 

The Granite Museum in Dorres

66760 Dorres, Tel: +33 (0)468 046069

The quaint Pyrenean village of Dorres with its granite quarry is located just 40 minutes from Les Angles. It is here that you will also find a museum about granite and the mines which shows the life and work of the granite workers over the last two centuries.

 

Contact details of all activity suppliers:

Guide de Haute Montagne, Les Angles Tourist office, Tel: +33 (0)681 411630. www.angles-aventures.fr

Bureau Montagne des Angles, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)681 411630. www.terranordica.fr.

Aventure Rando, Résidence La Matte, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)614 317972. www.aventurine-rando.com

Pyrenean Trails, 10 rue des Astres, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)679 987527. www.pyrenean-trails.com

Ecole Ski’N Co, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)468 300779. www.skinco.fr

ESF Les Angles, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)468 044782. www.esf-les-angles.com.

Franck Masfarné, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)681 662521.http://moniteur.ski.angles.fre.fr.

Plongée Cap Cerbère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)611 585228. www.capcerbere.com

Rédéris Club de Banyuls, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)614 452630. www.rederis.com

Vol’aime, 66210 Les Angles.   Tel: +33 (0)468 301010. www.volaime.com

Rétana, 66210 Les Angles.   Tel: +33 (0)670 047753

Hatouk Traineau, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: 0033 (0)687 760266. www.hatouk.com

Angles Adventure, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33 (0)681 411630. www.angles.aventures.com

 

 

Apres Ski/Eating

The Food in Les Angles


Mountain Restaurants

The ski area of Les Angles has two mountain restaurants for you to choose from. 

 

Le Chalet
Located at the top of the cable car, 66210 Les Angles.

This mountain restaurant is a small mountain chalet straight out of a farytale. It offers guests a warm and cosy hideaway and a generous kitchen perfect for comfortable break whilst skiing. The self-service restaurant offers colourful homemade French and Catalan cuisine made using fresh and local ingredients, herbs and spices. The fare includes fresh pasta, grilled meats (over a wood fire) and of course, for those eating on the hoof, fresh sandwiches. This restaurant has a terrace and is connected to the cable car by a walkway meaning the joys of the mountain are well within reach for skiers and non-skiers alike.

 

Les Jassettes
Located at the top of the Jassette Express lift, 66210 Les Angles.

Ideally located at the top of the Jassettes Express chairlift (departs from the village) and at the base of the Roc D'Aude, the restaurant offers stunning views of the Capcir Plateau. Enjoy a break between runs at Jassettes Restaurant and relax over lunch in the dining room or enjoy the panoramic terrace overlooking Lake Matemale. You can pick up a light snack here as well as a gourmet break with traditional dishes concocted daily.


Restaurants
The town has a great selection of restaurants showcasing many different cuisines – rom Catalan cuisine to traditional French mountain dishes. There is also a large selection of fish and seafood due to the resort’s vicinity to the Mediterranean. Here are our top three - tried and tested restaurants.

 

Chez Antoine Martin

Ave de Mont Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 300921

Located next door to the Orre des Cimes residence, this traditional Catalan restaurant with its great authentic Catalan food and excellent service has earned the ”Qualite Sud de France” label accorded by the Languedoc-Roussillon region. The Sangria is a great aperitif whilst the selection of Catalan seafood and vegetable starters such as gratin mussels and grilled vegetable platter are amazing. Those with a huge appetite may be able to manage the grilled meat cuts!! There are also set menus and plates of the day as well as the house’s home-made pâtés. The outdoor terrace overlooks the green beginner’s slope and area – so whilst the kids enjoy learning to ski you can enjoy a great meal in the sunshine. In the evening the restaurant also has a cosy bar area for after dinner drinks. 

 

La Fondue

Ave de Balcère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 044060

Located in the Llaret Hotel in the elegant dining room and enclosed terrace with beautiful views of Lake Matale, this family restaurant offers great food and service. The cuisine is French traditional and there a selections of set menus as well as a la carte meals. The hotel has a great selection of mountain specialities and the fondues are a favourite.

 

La Grange

Place du Coq d’Or, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 309398

This quaint little stone chalet with its flower boxes outside and located in the heart of the old town is picture perfect.  Inside the traditional chalet style continues throughout with revealed brick walls and large wooden beams. As well as traditional local cuisine and a variety cheese fondues it prides itself on its great pancakes. There is a selection of set menus as well as dishes of the day and specialities include fois gras, charcuterie platters, salad niçoise and scallop gratin.

 

Le Bowling Restaurant

Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 309863

 

Restaurant Du Lac

Club Nautique L'Ourson, Lac de Matemale, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 043616

 

X'trem Pizza

Résidence La Matte, (opposite Tourist Office), 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)682 689856

 

Chalet Snack De Balcere

Lac de Balcère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)684 370945
Unique natural setting on the stunning Lake Balcere. Wood grill for grilled specialities, salads, pancakes, menus, drinks and hot drinks.

 

Eden Roc

Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 043366

 

La Kasa De l'Ours

Résidence La Matte, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 042765

 

Restaurant/Hotel Le Bel Angle

Chemin de Planes, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 044060. www.chalet-hotel-bel-angle.com/restaurant.asp

Discover mountain specialties such as tartiflette reblochon, raclette and fondue and taste the wines of Roussillon. Meals are served in the cosy lounge-bar with its open fireplace and the hotel’s restaurant is open from 18:30-22:30.

 

Surf Burger

Résidence La Matte, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 041136

Self-service restaurant with snacks. Open every day of the ski season.

 

Pizza Concept

Avenue de Balcère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 300956

Chef trained in French schools Pizzaiolo cookery school. Fresh produce and pizza dough is flipped by hand. Homemade pizzas, Panini, salads, rolls, beverages, ice cream.

 

La Marmotte

10, Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 043018

Bar - Restaurant - Creperie – mountain Specialties

 

Le Pain d'Aqui

Résidence L'Orée des Cimes. 10, Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)652 911930

Hot food - sandwiches - drinks – ice-cream

 

Creperie Plein Soleil

Résidence Plein Soleil. 2, Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 043066

 

Au Marche

Résidence Plein Soleil. 2, Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 044951

Traditional cuisine, pizzeria, wood burning oven for pizzas.

 

La Ramballade

1, Rue de la Ramballade, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 044348

Traditional restaurant, meat grilled over a wood fire, fresh produce

 

Bars

Les Angles has quite a lively evening scene ranging from intimate bars and cafes in small squares and many of them organise concerts throughout the season.

 

Le Mixx

Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)681 824722

Music bar with theme evenings

 

Le Bowling

Espace Bleu Neige, Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 309863

Bar and bowling

 

In 8 Pub

Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles.

Bar

 

La Kasa de l’Ours

Avenue de Mont-Louis, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 042765

Bar

 

La Tartane Disco

Rue de la Tartane, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 044625

Disco

 

Access

Road 

Driving distance from Calais: 1143km / 710miles, 11hrs 10mins
Driving distance from Le Harve: 1008km / 626miles, 10hrs 10mins
Driving distance from Caen: 954km / 593miles, 9hrs 50mins
Driving distance from Cherbourg: 954km / 667miles, 9hrs 55mins
Driving distance from Saint Malo: 951km / 591miles, 9hrs 25mins
Driving distance from Bilbao: 564km / 351miles, 6hrs 20mins
Driving distance from Santander: 660km / 410miles, 7hrs 20mins
 
Air

International Airport Tarbes – Lourdes
Tel: +33(0)562 329222. Website: http://www.tlp.aeroport.fr/
Distance to Les Angles: 282km / 175 miles, approx. 3hrs 50mins
Air France operates flights from Paris-Orly. 3 flights daily from Monday to Friday, 2 flights on weekends.
Ryanair operate 2 weekly flights from London Stansted on Monday and Friday.
 
International Airport Pau – Pyrenees
Tel: +33(0)559 333300. Website: http://www.pau.aeroport.fr/
Distance to Les Angles: 323km / 201 miles, approx. 4hrs 10mins
Air France operates flights from Paris-Orly. 10 daily flights from Sunday – Friday, 2 flights on Saturday.
Air France operates flights from Paris-Charles de Gaulle.  10 daily flights from Sunday – Friday, 3 flights on Saturday.
 
International Airport Toulouse - Blagnac
Tel: +33(0)561 424441. Website: http://www.toulouse.aeroport.fr/
Distance to Les Angles: 193km / 120 miles, approx. 2hrs 50mins
Easyjet operates flights from London Gatwick. 2 flights (Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday) 1 flight (Wednesday, Tuesday, Saturday)
Easyjet operates 3 weekly flights from Bristol on Sunday, Monday & Friday and daily flights during holiday periods.
British Airways operates flights from London Heathrow. 2 flights (Wednesday – Friday), 3 flights (Sunday – Tuesday), 1 flight (Saturdays).
 
International Airport Biarritz
Tel: +33(0)559 438383. Website: http://www.biarritz.aeroport.fr/
Distance to Les Angles: 426km / 265 miles, approx. 5hrs
Ryanair operates 3 weekly flights from London Stansted on Wednesday, Friday & Sunday.
 
International Airport Carcassonne
Tel: +33(0)468 719646. Website: www.aeroport-carcassonne.com.
Distance to Les Angles: 111km / 69 miles, approx. 2hrs
Ryanair operates 3 weekly flights from London Stansted on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday.
Ryanair operates 2 weekly flights from Liverpool John Lennon airport on Tuesday & Saturday.

 

International Airport Perpignan
Tel: +33(0)468 526070. Website: http://www.aeroport-perpignan.com/
Distance to Les Angles: 94km / 58 miles, approx. 1hr 30mins
Ryanair operates daily flights from London Stansted on Tuesday, Friday & Saturday
Air France operates 3 -5 flights daily from Paris-Orly.

 

Perpignan Airport shuttle bus transfer

Shuttle buses (with boards marked “Navette Station”) will be available to take ski guests on the 1.5 – 2 hour transfer from Perpignan International Airport via Perpignan Railway station to Les Angles Espace Bleu Neige (in the centre of town). If you are travelling from Stansted airport on the Ryanair flight to Perpignan International Airport on Saturday from 20 December to 14 March you can reserve your ticket single or return journey online.

 

Reservations online: http://pyrenees-prestataire-transport.for-system.com/f23300_uk-.aspx

Pick up /Drop off point: Perpignan International airport/ Les Angles Espace Bleu Neige

Price each way: Adult /20€; Child (5 – 12 yrs.)/10€; - 5yrs/FOC

 

Departures days: Saturdays

Departure Perpignan International Airport: 10:45/ 12:30/14:45. Arrival Les Angles Espace Bleu Neige: 12:45/ 14:30/16:45.
Depart Les Angles Espace Bleu Neige: Saturday: 07:45/12:00/14:30. Arrival Airport: 09:15/13:30/16:00. 

 

Perpignan Railway station shuttle bus transfer

Shuttle buses (with boards marked “Navette Station”) will be available to take ski guests on the 1.5 – 2 hour transfer from Perpignan Railway station to Les Angles Espace Bleu Neige. The shuttles are available on Saturdays from 20 December to 14 March and you can reserve your ticket single or return journey online.

 

Reservations online: http://pyrenees-prestataire-transport.for-system.com/f23300_uk-.aspx

Pick up /Drop off point: Perpignan railway station/Les Angles Espace Bleu Neige

Price each way: Adult /20€; Child (5 – 12 yrs.)/10€; - 5yrs/FOC

 

Departures days: Saturdays

Depart Perpignan Railway station: 12:45. Arrival Les Angles Espace Bleu Neige: 14:30
Depart Les Angles Espace Bleu Neige: Saturday: 07:45/12:00/14:30. Arrival Railway station: 09:30/13:45/16:15.

 

Rail

Voyages SNCF Reservation number: 0844 848 5848
Opening Times: Monday to Friday 09:00-19:00 and Saturday 09:00-18:00

 

Carcassone – Via Perpignan – Villefranche Vern - Mont-Louis/La Cabanasse: 5hrs 40mins
Toulouse Matabiau – Via Latour de Carol - Mont-Louis/La Cabanasse:  6hrs 6mins
Paris Austerlitz – Via Toulouse Matabiau - Latour de Carol – Mont-Louis/La Cabanasse: 11hrs 48mins
Perpignan – Via  Villefranche Vern - Mont-Louis/La Cabanasse: 2hrs 54mins

 

From the train station of Mont-Louis/La Cabanasse take the shuttle to the Les Angles resort (13 km).

 

Car Hire

Pyrenees Collection can arrange very competitive car hire at all airports, train stations and other town locations. Any hire duration is possible at competitive prices. Contact our reservations team or see our car hire pages for more information.

Resort News

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Other Amenities

Les Angles is great for families, and has crèche and day nurseries, along with a choice of ski schools. Les Angles also offers a library and other amenities such as a post office, pharmacy, tobacconist, bakery and bank.

 

Picnic Room

150m from the cable car arrival point.

This spacious and comfortable heated picnic room has a permanent grill area for grilling meat and two grill supervisors to keep an eye on your meat as it grills. The décor is warm and welcoming and there is even a sun terrace.

 

Food Stores

Spar Supermarket

Residence Le Grand Tétras, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 301577

Supermarket serving food and drinks.

 

Spar Supermarket

Résidence Le Panoramic, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 044881

Supermarket serving food and drinks.

 

Proxi Supermarket

Residence La Matte, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 044520

Supermarket serving food and drinks.

 

Speciality Food Stores

These small local stores specialise in local produce from the region such as cheeses, foie gras, cold pork meats, wine selection.

 

Sauveurs Catalans

1, Rue du Cantou, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 046658. Email: saveurs-catalanes@outlook.fr. www.saveurs-catalanes.fr

Local Catalan produce - wine cellar- gourmet food – chocolates - fine teas - gifts.

 

Le Cellier de Franciose

Résidence La Matte, Avenue de Balcère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 043912. http://lecellierdefrancoise-lesangles.com

Local Catalan produce - wine cellar- Farm cheeses - gifts.

 

Butchers

Boucherie- Charcuterie Sibra

Residence La Matte, Avenue de Balcère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 044475

 

Boucherie- Charcuterie Chez Nanou

Residence Le Grand Tétras, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 044285

 

Bakers and Confectioners

Chez Roger

Residence La Matte, Avenue de Balcère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 044027

Baker- patisserie – delicatessen- local produce.

 

Boulangerie Traditionelle du Capcir

10, Ave de Balcère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 044120

Baker.

 

Boulangerie Pom de Pain

Residence Plein Soleil, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)634 550051

Baker.

 

Banks

The following banks have an ATM machine available 24/7.

 

Banque Populaire

Résidence Plein Soleil, 66210 Les Angles.

 

Crédit Agricole

Résidence La Matte, 66210 Les Angles.

 

Taxis

Les Angles Taxi

66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 043030

 

Pharmacies

Pharmacie Marty

Résidence Plein Soleil, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)468 044074

 

Medical Centres & Hospitals

Les Angles Ambulances

CSA Cerdagne Capcir. Tel. +33 (0)468 043030

 

Medical Centre des Pérics

Rue du Mouraillou, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 044232

General practitioners.

 

Nurses Station Les Angles

Rue du Mouraillou, 66210 Les Angles. Tel: +33(0)681 608568/ Tel: +33(0)682 107662

 

Physiotherapists and Osteopaths

Dr Christine Faure

Résidence La Matte, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 043348

Physiotherapist.

 

Dr Elke Snykers

8, Ave de Balcère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)677 742128

Physiotherapist.

 

Dr Quentin Dalet

10, Ave de Balcère, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)68 484332

Osteopath.

 

Dr Olivier Raphard

Rue du Mouraillou, 66210 Les Angles. Tel. +33 (0)468 301128

Osteopath.


SKI INFO

 

Situated above the pretty village of Les Angles lies the ski resort of the same name. The resort extends from 1,600 metres to 2,400 metres with 50km of lift served runs and 36km of cross country and snow shoe trails.


The ski resort of Les Angles is situated in the Pyrénées-Orientales department, in the Languedoc-Roussillon region. The ski resort, which begins at a height of 1,600 – 2,400 meters, opened in 1964.

 

Les Angles is mostly visited by intermediate skiers and beginners, with access to 56km of runs most of which are pretty tree lined runs. There are 44 ski pistes in total including 13 green, 9 blue, 14 red and 8 black runs. The resort has 363 strategically placed snow canons to ensure great snow coverage at all times. There is a busy snow park for the avid boarder, complete with half-pipe and quarter pipes. Not far from the Les Angles village cross country skiers and snow shoe fans can enjoy the two Nordic ski areas with 36km of relaxing, peaceful trails (marked and groomed) through the neighbouring forests.

 

Resort Shuttle bus in Les Angles

A free resort shuttle bus service runs throughout the winter season and comprises of five loops around the village and ski area. All shuttles leave from the main cable car and run nonstop daily from 08:30 – 18:00 during the February French school holidays. Outside of this period the shuttles run every hour daily from 08:30 – 17:30.

 

Circuit 1:  Cable car – Pla del Mir - Cable car

Circuit 2:  Cable car – Rue des Lupins - Cable car

Circuit 3:  Cable car – Jonquilles/Angélique - Cable car

Circuit 4:  Cable car – Balcère/Sorbiers - Cable car

Circuit 5:  Cable car – Fontaneilles - Cable car

 

Secure store ski lockers
Tel: 00 33 (0)468 044218

 

Leave your bags and ski equipment at the secure store in “hall de la Regie” the building next door to the cable car station. The lockers are heated and secure and cost €5 per day. Reservations are not possible.


  • Ski Area
  • The Skiing
  • Ski Hire
  • Ski Passes
  • Ski School
Ski Area

KM: 55

SKI LIFTS: 22

SLOPES: 44 (Green Runs: 13, Blue Runs: 9, Red Runs: 14, Black Runs: 8)

SNOW CANNONS: 363

SNOW PARKS: 1

 

The Pla del Mir sector of the ski area and the Sources de L’Aude Nordic area can be accessed by road which is on the outskirts of the village on the road to Perpignan. The Balcère Nordic ski area can be accessed via the Ave de Balcère which turns off at the Tourist Office. Shuttle buses run from the “Pelerins” cable gondola station to both these areas. (See Ski Info section for more details).

 

Les Angles has plenty to offer mixed-ability skiers and families who appreciate a relaxed experience in stunning location with breath taking views. In addition to its relaxed, friendly environment and village and slope side safe areas for beginners and children, Les Angles also offers enjoyable and scenic cruising blue and red runs with a good and varied selection of blacks and some great off-piste possibilities.

 

The snow record at Les Angles is excellent due to the fact that 60% of the ski area is situated above 2,000m at high altitude.

 

Furthermore, the ski areas north facing aspect means excellent snow conditions whilst the 363 snow canons covering 70% of the ski area ensure season long snow coverage. The well-groomed pistes are served by a modern and efficient lift system with three access points from the village itself. The resort has a real big-mountain feel with its three distinct and well linked sectors as well as the outlying Nordic ski areas which are easily accessed.

 

The Skiing

Beginners

Les Angles has two dedicated beginner’s areas. The first is situated in the centre of the village behind the Oree des Cimes residence and comprises a green beginner’s slope served by “Bamby” drag lift and a magic carpet. It is here that you will also find the ESF ski school, a kindergarten and a toboggan run here. The space is fully accessible to pedestrians and families and friends are invited to come and cheer on their loved ones.

 

The second Beginner’s area is located at the base of Pla del Mir on the warm south facing gentle slopes amidst the beautiful wooded scenery. It comprises Collade and Faon green slopes served by “Faon” drag lift and a magic carpet. You will also find a toboggan run and the Les Angles Animal Park here.

 

Once you’ve got to grips with your technique and mastered the beginner’s area and you feel ready to take on your first green piste, the best option is to take the Pelerins cable car to the Bigorre sector and then the Plateau drag lift to practise the green Plateau and Llaret runs.

 

The Chevreuil green from the top of the Pla del Mir chair lift is a lovely long green which wnds its way back to the Beginner’s area at the bottom. The Collage drag lift is a good end of day run and takes you right back to the village.

 

When you are ready to face the next challenge of your first blue run, the best place to head is the Bigorre sector which has the best selection of blues.

 

The high speed San Pere chair lift will ensure that you get the maximum amount of time to practice your technique on the long and lazy blue pistes of Collets, Rigals and Soucarade.

 

The Panoramic blue not to be missed is the Collects accessible from the top of Roc d’Aure. It affords stunning views over to the Bouillouses Lake and the ski area of Font Romeu. This easy blue is above the tree lining meaning open piste all the way down.

 

Intermediate

The Bigorre sector is well suited to intermediate skiers with a good selection of blue and red runs.

 

Easy red runs in the Bigorre sector include the Sorbiers red from the top of the Cabanes lift, the Bruyeres Basses through the forest from the top of the Bruyeres lift.

 

From the top of the Roc de l’Aude the longer Fountanals and Pallissous runs are the easier reds in to start on.

 

There is a connecting blue run from the top of Roc d’Aude over to the Jassettes and Balcère sectors where you can find more challenging red runs.

 

There are a good proportion of red-graded runs in the Jassettes and Balcère sector providing an attainable, confidence-building upgrade path for those who are ready to graduate from the long blue cruisers. Try the long, winding red descents with their stunning vistas from summits like Mont Llaret (2,376m) and Roc d’Aude (2,325m). The reds runs in these sectors are above the tree line meaning some good off piste between the runs after a snow dump. The bottom of these runs entre into the tree line and are gladed meaning cover and good visibility during bad weather and protection from high winds.

 

More advanced intermediate skiers can really enjoy the scenic red runs and take advantage of the safe areas between them to perfect their powder technique.

 

Experts

Les Angles offers some great runs for experts from the top of the Roc d’Aude and Mont Llaret. The Roc de Peborny black follows the outer limits of the ski area starting out on the open ridge with some great views and then heading down into the tree line becoming a steep black.

 

The Mur Mermet as its name implies is a wall run with some very steep sections underneath the Jassettes chair lift. The smaller Sourcade noir is a black that runs peels off from the Sourcade pla del Mir blue run and runs parallel to the Sourcade village green run. However the black takes in a steep upper section.

 

There are also numerous off-piste opportunities for the more adventurous in the Espace Costa Verde.

 

Off-piste

For those that like to experiment with the off piste, the Espace Costa Verde free ride area is actually quite interesting for lift served off piste within the ski area limits. When the snow and conditions are good you can pop over the back of the Roc d’Aude into this free ride area with its three black off piste runs. Named after the local birds of prey, Épervier, Aigle Royal and Gypaète (hawk, golden eagle and vulture) are great on a powder day.

 

Snowboarders

Snow Park

Located in the Bigorre sector of the ski area is the Snow Park with its exceptional panoramic setting. Les Angles was a pioneer in the Pyrenees when it first created its Snow Park Angles in 1991. Over the years, many champions in freestyle skiing and snowboarding have trained in the park.


The snow park composed of 4 different zones and the Lake Park. The zones require different levels of snowboarding.

 

Slope style: Advanced and expert snowboarders

  

Handrail: Advanced and expert snowboarders

 

Free style airbag: All levels. Long used by professional stuntmen, this inflatable mattress has been specially designed for skiing and snowboarding. It absorbs all the jumps and is perfectly safe. This is an activity for all age groups that opens up jumping and freestyle in a fun and safe environment

 

Half-pipe: All levels

 

Lake Park
Completely soundproofed and with a permanent webcam, Lake Park has three play areas equipped for all levels:  Whoops, Jumps, Big Air, wall ride and wooden modules (Rails and Tables) await the budding boarder.

 

Cross-country skiing

Not far from the Les Angles village cross country skiers and snow shoe fans can enjoy the two Nordic ski areas with 36km of relaxing, peaceful trails (marked and groomed) through the neighbouring forests.

Lac De Balcère and Sources de l’Aude Nordic ski areas.


Les Angles has two distinct areas for Nordic skiing (cross country skiing and snow shoeing) which are located on either side of the alpine ski area.

 

Nordic Area Sources de l’Aude is located at the base of the Pla Del Mir sector of the ski area. It is just a 5 minute drive from the centre of town by car or on the free local shuttle bus which leaves from the cable car (circuit 1). Here you will find four looped circuits that start and finish at the Pla Del Mir.

 

Nordic Area Lac De Balcère is located to the right of the ski area in a tranquil wooded area above the Belvédère area of town with its chalet lined streets. It is just a 10 minute drive from the centre of town by car or on the free local shuttle bus which leaves from the cable car (circuit 4). Here you will find two looped circuits that start and finish at the Belvédère de Balcère.

 

Ski Hire

We have a conveniently located hire shop in Les Angles for all your ski and snowboard equipment needs. We offer competitive prices and special offers are also available. Pre-booking your equipment hire will allow you to save precious skiing time once in the resort and means you can budget for your ski holiday, knowing that it is already book and paid for.
 
We ensure only the highest standard of equipment and service will be provided for all levels of skiers: regularly waxed and edged skis, boots disinfection between each rental and bindings adjusted by a qualified technician in the resort. We are confident that most adequate equipment will be provided and adjusted when you arrive at the shop. However, the shop technicians will be happy to re-adjust the bindings, swap your boots or skis if you require after a few hours or days skiing. If you wish to exchange skis against snowboard mid-week, this will be possible, at a supplement, payable locally. Please note that during peak periods, it may be difficult to exchange equipment, but the staff on site will be happy to assist you the best they can, so please do not hesitate to ask.
 
We provide skis, boots & poles, skis & poles only, snowboard & boots, snowboard only, boots only snowblades, cross-country skis & helmets for first time & recreational skiers (blue); good to intermediate skiers & boarders (red); excellent skiers, boarders & free-riders (black); expert skiers & special techniques (prestige) for adults & children aged 0-6 years & 7-12 years for a minimum duration of 3 days. Please note that we do not offer the basic ‘Green’ category as we feel these are generally inadequate skis even for beginners.

 

EQUIPMENT HIRE

Price is for 6/7 days

Pyrenees Collection Price

7 days = 6

Resort

6 days 

Ski Types

Pyrenees Collection Price

7 days = 6

Resort

6 days 

A-Blue SKIS (first time & recreational skiers)

BSB   Skis, poles & Boots

BSO   Skis & poles only


£56

£41

 

74 euros

58 euros

B-Red SNOWBOARD

RBB   Snowboard & Boots

RBO   Snowboard only


£75

£54

 

99 euros

79 euros

B-Red SKIS (intermediate to good skiers)

RSB   Skis, poles & Boots

RSO   Skis & poles only

 

 

£75

£54



99 euros
79 euros

C-Black SNOWBOARD

NBB   Snowboard & Boots

NBO   Snowboard only


£88

£66

 

129 euros

109 euros

C-Black SKIS (expert skiers & free-riders)

NSB   Skis, poles & Boots

NSO   Skis & poles only


 

£88

£66



129 euros

109 euros

Child Beginner - SKIS (2-6yrs)

CBSB   Skis, poles & Boots

CBSO   Skis & poles only


£37

£27

 

46 euros

34 euros

D-Diamant SKIS (expert skiers & special techniques)

PSB   Skis, poles & Boots

PSO   Skis & poles only


£109

£82

 

159 euros

129 euros

Child Beginner - SKIS (7-13yrs)

CBSB   Skis, poles & Boots

CBSO   Skis & poles only


£46

£33

 

53 euros

41 euros

Helmets

Child-Adult


£14-16

 

19 euros

Child Advanced - (Black) Skis (7-13yrs) or Snowboards (9-13 yrs)

CNSB/CNBB      Skis/Sboard & Boots

CNSO/CNBO     Skis/Sboard only


£58

£43

 

74 euros

58 euros

Snowblades are charged as per Red adult skis - Resort price is when not pre-booked via Pyrenees Collection

Special offers:

 *7 days for the price of 6. Free skis.snowboard & boots (blue/red) for party leaders of groups of 10 or more, all taking equipment. 1 free helmet per child aged 6 and under for every adult booking skis or snowboards & boots (must be under same booking reference and requested on form above).

Other duration prices on request - Cross Country ski prices on request.

 

Please note: We cannot always guarantee that prices will be cheaper than in resort. When ski packs prices are calculated, the currency is bought at the exchange rates that apply when the brochure is published. You can be assured that if the pound depreciates, you will not be charged more for your ski packs, enabling you to budget for your holiday at the time of booking.

Ski Passes

The local lift pass gives you access to the Les Angles ski area.

 

If you are a beginner and you want to stay on the two Beginner areas at Pla del Mir benefit and the lower village then you can buy a "Beginner" lift pass entirely devoted to these areas.

 

The resort has signed up to the Les Neiges Catalanes Pass, which grants access to skiing in the following neighbouring ski resorts:


Espace Cambre d'Aze

Font Romeu
Pyrénées 2000 (lift linked)
Formigueres
La Quillane
Porté Puymorens
Puyvalador
Espace Nordique du Capcir
Pyrénées Cerdagne

 

LIFT PASS

Les Angles

 Les Angles

42km of Pistes

*Les Neiges

Catalanes

*Les Neiges Catalanes  (Les Angles, Font Romeu, Cerdagne Puigmal 2009, Espace Cambre d'Aze, Formigueres, Puyvalador, La Quilliane et Portet Puymorens)

- 280km of piste       

 6 days

7 days

6 days

7 days

Adult

Child (5-11yrs)

 £151

£134

£166

£148

£170

£149

£186

£163

Les Angles Special Offer
Get 15% off in January (10/01-23/01/15)
Get 30% off from 14/03-end of the season

Child (under 5) & Senior (70+) are free.  Proof of age is required for Child and Free passes; please bring ID when collecting your lift passes.

***6 days Family Offer

 

1 A + 3 C

 

2 A + 2 C

 

2 A + 3 C

 

 

 **Season

 

£471

 

£487

 

£622

 

 

**January

 

£387

 

£402

 

£516

 

 

**End of Season

 

£304

 

£316

 

£410

 

 

***Les Angles Family Pass : minimum of 4 people from the same family with at least 1 parent (mother or father). All passes must be for the same date and duration. For any other family composition, please contact us for a quotation.

**January: 10/01-23/01; End of season: from 14/03 until the last day of the season; Season: other dates

Important note: a hands-free pass is included in the prices (keycard not refundable but reusable).

If you require a lift pass for any other duration please enquire with a member of the Pyrenees Collection Team for costs.

Ski School

ESF Les Angles

ESF Les Angles. 66210 Les Angles, Tél: +33(0)468 044782. http://www.esf-les-angles.com/en/ Email: info@esf-les-angles.com

ESF Les Angles and their instructors welcome you to Les Angles n the Catalan Pyrenees! The ESF Les Angles offers a variety of lessons of alpine skiing, snowboard, cross-country skiing, mono-skiing and Telemark.

 

Adult Group Lessons Ski

Note: a valid lift pass is necessary for all group lessons. The group lessons are for teens and adults last 2 hours per lesson and are available on a daily basis or on a 5 or 6 consecutive day’s basis. Lessons begin on Sunday or Monday. Levels are listed below:

 

Beginner Class: I have never skied before and at the end I will take the 1 Ski test.

Level 1: I have passed the 1 Ski test and I can do snowplough turns and control my speed on green or blue slopes. At the end I will take the Level 1 test.

Level 2: I have passed the level 1 test – I can make large parallel turns and side-slip smoothly. I am on blue and red runs. I am an Intermediate skier. At the end I will take the Level 2 test.

Level 3: I have passed the Level 2 test – I make parallel turns with ease on all types of runs and at speed. I am a confirmed red run skier. At the end I will take the Level 3 test.

Competition Level: I have passed the level 3 test – I can ski on all types of terrain in all snow conditions. At the end I will take the Chamois test.

 

Class Times: Sunday to Friday,
Christmas, New Year & February holidays: 11:00 – 13:00
Other periods: On request

 

Children’s Lessons

This Children’s skiing club caters for children from 3 – 12 years of age. The group lessons last 2 hours and are available on a daily basis or on a 5 or 6 consecutive day’s basis. 6 day group lessons begin on Sunday or Monday. Levels are listed below:

 

Please note the Bronze and Gold Star tests are only available during the Christmas, New Year, Easter & February holidays.

 

Piou Piou: For children aged 3 – 4 years with a break and snack in the middle of the lesson. With Piou Piou I will discover the snow. I can walk or move around on snow and just like grown-ups, I can put on and take off my skis alone. Snowmen, sledding first steps in the snow and I get my own ski equipment too.

Teddy: For children aged 4– 5 years with a break and snack in the middle of the lesson. I have passed the Teddy test – I can do snowplough turns control my speed and know how to stop. At the end I will take the Snowflake test.
Snowflake: For children as young as 5 years old who have passed the Snowflake test – I can take the lift without falling off, I am linking up my snowplough turns and am starting to side-slip. At the end I will take the 1 Star test.
1 Star: I have passed the 1 Star test – I can make basic turns and turn on the spot. I can side-slip and am starting on the green and blue slopes. At the end I will take the 2 star test.
2 Star: I have passed the 2 Star test – I turn with my skis parallel and side-slip on a slope. I am progressing to a moderate speed on blue and red slopes. At the end I will take the 3 star test.
3 Star: I have passed the 3 Star test – I link up my parallel turns (short and medium radius) and take into account external factors whilst skiing. At the end I will take the Bronze Star test.
Bronze Star: I have passed the Bronze Star test – I am starting to make wide turns, elementary sculls and wide turns, I control my balance when making a “schuss” or in a varied terrain such as ski-cross. At the end I will take the Gold Star test.
Gold star: I have passed the Gold Star test – I can ski without stopping on tracks, I can ski on all types of snow, I take into account the external factors and respect the rules and conduct of skiers. I have an idea about slalom skiing. At the end I will take the Chamois test.

 

Note: Lift passes are obligatory for under 6 year olds – it is free of charge and is available at the lift ticket office with proof of ID. For over six year old, they will not need a lift pass on the first day but will probably need it after day one of lessons.

 

Class Times: Sunday to Friday,
Christmas, New Year & February holidays: 14:00 – 16:00
Other periods: On request

 

Group Lessons Snowboard

Note: a valid lift pass is necessary for all group lessons.

 

The 2 hour group lessons which are available for both children (aged 8 years and over) and adults available during the school holidays on a daily basis or a 5 or 6 consecutive day’s basis beginning on Sunday. Levels are listed below:

 

Goomie Rider Class: I have never snowboarded before and at the end I will take the Snowboard welcome test.
Rookie Rider Class: I have passed the Goomie Rider test and I can change direction and side-slip. I also know how to get up off the slope. At the end I will take the Snowboard Level 1 test.
Izzy Rider Class: I have passed the Rookie Rider test – I can link front side and back side turns on green runs, I know how to stop when side-slipping, I know how to leaf down the slope and can take a drag lift. At the end I will take the final test.

 

Class Times: Sunday to Friday,
Christmas, New Year & February holidays: 13:00 – 15:00
Other periods: On request

 

Free Style Courses

After passing your Bronze star test or skiing at that level, you will be able to try Free-style lessons and enjoy the thrill of jumping, or perhaps trying the half pipe, boxes and slides. So, don your twin tips and head on over to the snow park with a trained instructor form the ESF. These courses are available during the school holidays only and are on a daily 5 day or a 6 consecutive day’s basis during the afternoon. Courses begin on Sunday or Monday.

 

Class Times: Sunday or Monday to Friday or respectively
Christmas, New Year, Easter & February holidays: 14:00 – 16:00

 

Private Lessons

Available daily throughout the season and give a one to one experience for personalised tuition at whichever level you choose and are available in all disciplines.

 

You can also take a private lesson for a group of up to 5 - 12 people, however you must all be at a similar level of skiing for this option to function.

 

Private lessons are available for 1 or two hours and can be booked as 1 day, 3 day or 6 day options.

 

Handiski (Skiing for people with reduced mobility)

For Handicapped adults or children who would like to discover the ski area on a tandem ski there are ski instructors qualified to help you discover the delights of skiing. An individual package adapted the persons needs is available for 2 hour or more each day and includes a Tandem ski.

 


Other Accommodation In: Les Angles
Residence L'Oree des Cimes
3* Apartments. Sleeps 4-8
L'Orée des Cimes is a medium size residence located at the start of the village centre in a quiet area, close to all amenities. It is just 50m from the ski slopes, ski lifts and the ESF ski school.
Residence Prat de Lis
3* Apartments. Sleeps 2-6
A small residence at the foot of the ski slopes offering doorstep skiing. It is close to the ski lifts and ESF ski school and just 300m from the resort centre and its shops and services.
Residence Le Clos des Fontaneilles
3* Apartments. Sleeps 2-6
Recently built residence located just 600m from the slopes and the resort centre, with views of the Capcir valley and Matemal Lake.
Residence Les Chalets De l'Isard
3* Apartments. Sleeps 2-8
Located at the start of the village in a quiet hillside location, 300m from the slopes of Les Angles. The resort ski lifts, ski school and village centre are just a short ski run away.

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