{"id":1029,"date":"2021-11-30T10:14:24","date_gmt":"2021-11-30T10:14:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.malagatransfer.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1029"},"modified":"2024-01-17T09:52:49","modified_gmt":"2024-01-17T09:52:49","slug":"visit-sierra-nevada-granada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.malagatransfer.co.uk\/blog\/visit-sierra-nevada-granada\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Sierra Nevada and places to see, let’s go to Granada"},"content":{"rendered":"

With the arrival of the winter many tourists in Malaga might consider visiting also Sierra Nevada; why not enjoying a few snow days in Granada?\u00a0 Although it is popularly known for the ski resort, there is much more to do in Sierra Nevada. We are going to recommend places you shouldn’t miss, whether you go skiing in winter, hiking during the summer or just visiting some of the towns in the area.<\/p>\n

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In the background you can see the white mountains of Sierra Nevada. White snow in contrast to the green surrounding the Alhambra in Granada.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Getting to know Sierra Nevada<\/h2>\n

The Sierra Nevada National Park has great ecological and cultural value. Romans, Visigoths and Muslims have passed through these mountains throughout history. Nature is the undisputed protagonist of this Natural Park; a multitude of trails lead us into the mountains and take us away from civilisation, allowing us to get to know a little more of this impressive landscape every time we go there.<\/p>\n

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It’s not all about skiing, Sierra Nevada has spectacular scenery for anyone who wants to visit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sierra Nevada was declared a National Park at the end of the 20th century for protecting its flora and fauna. A Mediterranean and high mountain with a rich biodiversity; you can visit anytime during the year, although it is famous mainly for its ski resort, its good weather and its proximity to the Costa del Sol.<\/p>\n

If you’re reading this from Malaga, you can be in Sierra Nevada in less than a couple of hours; whether for skiing or enjoying nature if out of the snow season.<\/p>\n

When is ski season in Sierra Nevada?<\/h3>\n

If you are planning to go skiing in Sierra Nevada, the resort usually opens by the end of November and until middle of April.<\/p>\n

When to visit Sierra Nevada in Granada<\/h3>\n

When it comes to visiting Sierra Nevada, it depends on what you want to do when getting there. In general, spring is a good time to visit Sierra Nevada, both for skiing and to get to know the surroundings and enjoy the good weather.<\/p>\n

Best time to ski in Sierra Nevada<\/h4>\n

Do you want to go skiing? Then you should know that the resort usually opens by the end of November, although its slopes are at their best between February and March, as this is when it has the greatest thickness and the longest pistes. This is also when the weather conditions are the best, but as it is high season, prices tend to be slightly more expensive.<\/p>\n

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If you want to spend as little as possible, then you might want to visit the Sierra Nevada between late November and February, which is also the period when it usually snows.<\/p>\n

How much does it cost to ski in Sierra Nevada? The price for skiing is around 45\u20ac and it is free for children under 6 years old. For children between 6 and 16 the price is 30\u20ac per day. These prices are approximate and vary depending on the season.<\/p>\n

Best time to visit the Sierra Nevada Natural Park<\/h4>\n

If you don’t mind skiing but want to enjoy the biodiversity of this Natural Park you can visit Sierra Nevada after the snow season. From April to June it can be a perfect time to enjoy nature in the area.<\/p>\n

5 Things to do and places to visit<\/h2>\n

There is so much to see and do in and around Sierra Nevada, let’s discover some of the places you shouldn’t miss. If you want to, every time you go to Sierra Nevada, you can cross off some of the items on this list.<\/p>\n

During the winter, snow-related activities take the spotlight; from ski touring and downhill sledging to dog sledding and, of course, skiing and snowboarding. The rest of the year you can enjoy fantastic hiking, trekking, paragliding and horse riding among other activities.<\/p>\n

La Alpujarra<\/h3>\n

In the southern part of the Sierra Nevada we find La Alpujarra, a historic region of Granada whose name comes from the Arabic.\u00a0 Historical records of this municipality at the foot of the sierra date back to the year 711, with the arrival of the Arabs.<\/p>\n

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Typical houses of the Alpujarra in Granada<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Water is one of the key elements of the Alpujarra, at an altitude of 2600 metres, it is bathed by rivers, fountains and springs. It is undoubtedly a place that will not leave you indifferent and where you will find numerous monuments to visit:<\/p>\n