Snowshoeing in Spain's Sierra Nevada and Alpujarras

During the winter months snow is in abundance; and with great trails offering wonderful scenery, snowshoers will find this a wonderful destination. Moreover, snowshoers of every level of skill and experience will find plenty of trails to meet their desires and needs.

From high start points to the north of the Veleta (3394 m) peak we have easy access to high snow bowls where the basics can be learnt. After the brief learning curve we can then ascend some simple peaks. Longer tours can be found to the south of the range, including the highest peak in mainland Spain...Mulhacen (3483 m). There are some fantasic descents through the forests above Capileira!

We have snowshoes available from well know makes such as Tubbs, Salomen and Camp. Hire costs are included in the holiday price.

We also use the high Puerto de Ragua as an access point to get to the wonderful snows of the eastern Sierras. Unspoilt and quiet, this area is ideal for venturing into the winter hills.

When snow conditions allow we are able to run trips in the hills and forests just above your base at Lanjaron. Almost snowshoeing from the doorstep!

Spanish Highs Mountain Guides provide activity holidays in the Alpujarras and Sierra Nevada of Andalucia, southern Spain. The area provides great opportunities for all, from the high and wild mountains, in winter, to the more gentle hills of the Alpujarras. There is something to interest everybody.

We have been operating here, from our permanent base in Lanjaron, for over 8 years and offer a wide range of holidays. Our enthusiastic team of professional guides live and work here, and know the mountains and environment intimately (client testimonials). We are the first, most established and experienced UK and alpine guides operating year round in the Sierra Nevada.