Ski in Las Leñas

Skiing in Las Leñas

Las Leñas - Ski Resort in Argentinian Andes (2256m to 3430m)

One of the newest and now the biggest of the Argentinian resorts, Las Leñas has had a rapid expansion since opening. Named after the 'Yellow Wood' shrubs that were discovered by a botanist visiting the area in the

1860's the resort is known for its big lift-served vertical, excellent snow quality, opening the FIS World Cup season in August (the first South American area ever to do so back in 1985) , and its high quality facilities, particularly child-care. Highlights for expert skiers include a 24km (15 mile) off piste descent via Cenidor, Marte and Mercurio, possibly the world's longest run.

Las Leñas

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Las Leñas Ski Facts

Las Leñas Ski Facts

		Expert Skiers
		Intermediate Skiers
		Beginners
		Snowboarding
		Snow
		Apres-Ski
	20	Black Pistes
	15	Red Pistes
	3	Blue Pistes
	2	Green Pistes
10km		Cross Country Pistes
11		Ski Lifts
1174m		Max Vertical
3430m		Highest Lift
2256m		Lowest Piste
2256m		Resort Altitude

Las Leñas

The Argentinian ski resort of Las Leñas has direct access to 40 individual pistes, served by 11 ski lifts.

The ski resort itself is above 1500m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With pistes above 2500 metres, skiing and snowboarding is assured throughout the season.

Ski Lift Capacity :- The 11 Ski Lifts of Las Leñas are able to uplift 9,200 skiers / snowboarders per hour.

Skiing in Las Leñas

Known for its often excellent powder more than half of the skiing in the Valle de las Leñas is the preserve of very good skiers. The principal area for experts is Marte, with long steep couloirs. which are frequently feet deep in breath-taking powder. However, the Marte lifts are often out of action because of the high winds and bad weather; this can leave adventurous skiers with few interesting options.

Off piste skiing is plentiful and although the resort's boundaries are marked, the decision to head off into the wide blue yonder is entirely yours - the powder skiing here is awesome, And although lion's share of the skiing is for the expert, there is plenty of good, easy terrain for intermediates and beginners alike. Heli-skiing is also available from the resort but, as it is rarely, if ever, busy, why bother? The Austrian-run ski school employs instructors from all parts of the globe so adults and children can opt to be taught in their own language.

Snowboarding in Las Leñas

Snowboarders are very welcome in Las Lenas, and free riding doesn't get much better than this with many gnarly chutes in the Marte area plus excellent powder skiing all over the mountain. What is more, boarders are free to go where they like both within and beyond the area's boundaries - your safety is your own concern, so take care. There is a fun park with half pipe and instruction is available for snowboarders of all standards.

Las Leñas Aprés Ski

The apres-ski takes place largely in and around the bars and restaurants of Las Lenas and is quite low key. However, the casino at the luxury Piscis hotel would make an interesting change for those who fancy dressing up and living it large for a while. For those who have the energy the local night club is open into the small hours.

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Las Leñas in brief

Las Leñas Ski Resort is:
Very good for Expert Skiers.
Very good for Intermediate Skiers.
Ok for Beginners.
Very good for Snowboarding.

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