Vallnord Bike Park (Pal Arinsal): trails, prices and how to visit in 2026
Guide to the Pal Arinsal-Vallnord Bike Park: trails by level, 2026 season pass prices, opening dates, and what it means that this park just hosted a Mountain Bike World Cup.
From July 9 to 12, 2026, Pal Arinsal hosted another round of the UCI Mountain Bike World Series, with Olympic cross-country (XCO), short track (XCC) and downhill (DHI) races featuring the world’s best riders across elite, U23 and junior categories. If you missed it or only caught a clip on social media, here’s what’s worth knowing about the bike park itself and how to ride it yourself.
What is Vallnord-Pal Arinsal Bike Park
Pal Arinsal Bike Park, part of the Vallnord resort in La Massana, is one of the world’s reference points for downhill mountain biking. Red Bull ranked it the world’s 4th best bike park, behind only Whistler (Canada), Portes du Soleil (France-Switzerland) and Åre (Sweden). It’s been on the UCI World Cup calendar for years, and hosted the full World Championships in 2024.
It has real vertical drop (over 1,000 metres), a good range of trails, and in summer the resort’s own ski lifts are adapted so you can get your bike to the top without pedalling.
Trails and levels
The bike park has 33 trails spread across more than 60 km of track, with over 1,000 metres of vertical drop. There are distinct zones depending on what you’re after:
- Downhill: the most technical and fastest tracks, the same ones used in competition.
- Enduro: longer routes combining technical descents with pedalling sections.
- Cross-country: gentler trails, a good fit if you’re riding a regular mountain bike.
- E-bike: routes designed for electric bikes, letting you cover more ground without relying as much on the lifts.
- Beginner zones: learning areas for anyone who’s never ridden downhill before.
Access is via 5 lifts adapted from the ski resort, so there’s no need to pedal uphill at any point.
2026 pass prices
| Pass | Adult | Kids / Junior / Senior |
|---|---|---|
| Full day (9:30am-5pm) | €37.50 | €25 |
| Afternoon (3pm-6pm) | €27 | €18 |
| 2 days | €70.50 | €46 |
| 3 days | €99.50 | €65.50 |
| 4 days | €123.50 | €83.50 |
| 5 days | €149 | €99 |
Optional insurance costs €12 extra and covers on-slope assistance. These prices are for the 2026 season; it’s worth confirming them on the official Pal Arinsal website before you go, since they can vary depending on which lifts are open.
Note: between July 7 and 12, 2026, the bike park had partial opening (lower zone only) due to the World Cup event. If you’re planning a visit around future competition dates, check the events calendar before booking.
When to go: 2026 season
- Summer: open daily from June 20 to September 13.
- Autumn: from September 19 to October 12, weekends only.
July and August are the busiest months, especially weekends. If you’d rather ride quieter trails, weekdays in June or September are a good call, with the added bonus of milder temperatures for riding up on the lift and down without overheating.
Bike rental and lessons
The bike park itself offers bike and protective gear rental, plus certified instructors running private lessons from one hour up to a full day. If it’s your first time on downhill or enduro, it’s worth starting with a lesson before heading onto the red or black trails on your own. Rental and lesson prices aren’t published as fixed rates on the official site, so it’s worth checking directly before you go, especially in high season when equipment can run out.
Getting there and where to stay
The Bike Park is in La Massana, about 15-20 minutes by car from Andorra la Vella. If you’re coming without a car, there’s an inter-town bus from the capital to Arinsal.
For nearby accommodation, La Massana and Arinsal have a simpler offer than the centre. If you’d rather have a fuller base with more restaurants and things to do outside the bike park, our guide to mid-range hotels in Andorra covers well-located options for driving anywhere in the country. On a tighter budget, there are also campsites in Andorra with good value for money in summer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Vallnord Bike Park pass cost in 2026? A full-day adult pass costs €37.50, with multi-day options (2 days €70.50, 3 days €99.50) and an afternoon rate (3pm-6pm) at €27. Kids, junior and senior riders get a reduced rate: €25 for a full day. Optional insurance is €12 extra.
When does the Bike Park open in 2026? It’s open daily from June 20 to September 13. In autumn, from September 19 to October 12, it opens weekends only.
Is the Vallnord Bike Park suitable for beginners? Yes. Out of 33 trails, there are dedicated beginner zones alongside the more technical downhill and enduro tracks. If you’ve never ridden a mountain bike downhill before, it’s worth taking a lesson with an instructor before riding on your own.
Do I need insurance to use the Bike Park? The pass offers optional insurance (€12) covering on-slope assistance. It’s not mandatory, but given the terrain and the speeds reached on the downhill tracks, it’s a reasonable option if your travel insurance doesn’t cover extreme sports.
Why does Pal Arinsal host the MTB World Cup? Vallnord (Pal Arinsal) has been a regular stop on the UCI Mountain Bike World Series calendar for years, and hosted the full World Championships in 2024. It’s considered one of the best bike parks in the world for its vertical drop, trail variety and facilities.
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