Cerler

Cerler (officially Aramón Cerler) is the highest ski resort in the Aragonese Pyrenees, perched above the village of Cerler in the Benasque Valley, in the central section of the range. The surrounding peaks include the tallest summits in the entire Pyrenees — Aneto, Monte Perdido and Posets — making the mountain panorama from the slopes one of the most dramatic in the range.

Where exactly is Cerler located?

The resort sits above the village of Cerler, just outside the town of Benasque, in Huesca province. The Benasque Valley is the natural base for both skiing and high-altitude trekking toward Aneto, the highest peak in the Pyrenees.

How big is the ski area?

The resort counts 74 runs totaling around 81 km, with 46 km covered by snowmaking. The difficulty split is 10 green, 20 blue, 29 red and 15 black runs, giving both beginners and advanced skiers plenty to work with.

What altitude range does it cover?

Cerler spans from 1,500 m up to 2,630 m, a vertical drop of 1,130 m — the largest of any resort in the Pyrenees. The high point is the Gallinero summit at 2,630 m, from which a roughly 9 km run descends all the way to the resort's lowest point, one of the longest continuous descents in the region.

What lift infrastructure is available?

The lift network includes 9 chairlifts, 5 drag lifts and 5 magic carpets for beginners and children. This spread keeps queues manageable even during peak weeks.

When is the best time to ski Cerler?

The season typically runs from December to April, though exact opening and closing dates shift with snow conditions each year. The resort's high altitude helps it hold reliable snow cover through most of the winter.

What else should visitors know?

Cerler pairs a modern ski operation with the character of a traditional Pyrenean mountain village — the village itself has kept its stone architecture typical of the area. It works equally well as a base for skiers chasing a large, varied terrain and for hikers or mountaineers visiting in summer, when the neighboring high peaks draw walkers and climbers.

Frequently asked questions

Is Cerler suitable for beginners? Yes. The resort has 10 green and 20 blue runs, plus 5 magic carpet lifts that make it easy for children and first-time skiers to get started.

What is the longest run at Cerler? The best-known descent starts at the Gallinero summit (2,630 m) and runs about 9 km down to the resort's lowest point — one of the longest ski runs in the whole Pyrenees.

Does Cerler have snowmaking? Yes, snowmaking covers 46 km of the 81 km ski area, which helps maintain reliable conditions even in lighter snow years.

How do you get to Cerler? The resort is directly above the village of Cerler in the Benasque Valley, close to the town of Benasque — the most convenient access point for visitors driving up from the lower parts of Aragon.