La Molina, a historical passion for snow

La Molina, the most ancient resort in Spain, is majestic in the Eastern Pirineo, offering a unique view of snow-capped mountains and a endless number of possibilities for winter skiers. All started in 1908, when the first excursionists and catalan geologists ventured to practice in addition to their hillside, La Molina has evolved and has become a reference of the esquí in Spain.

The history of La Molina is a journey of time, a testimony of the passion for snow and the constant pursuit of perfection in the experience of the esquí. In 1925, the Center Excursionista de Catalunya built its first chalet or refuge, a place where skiers can spend the night and enjoy their passion to the fullest. The installation of the first telesquí in 1943 marked a milestone in the history of the resort, opening the doors to a new type of skiing experience, more accessible and comfortable.

In 1966, the construction of the «Niu del Àliga» (nest of eagle), refuge at 2,500 meters above sea level, with its spectacular panoramic view of the emblematic mountains of Catalonia, consolidated La Molina as a reference destination for lovers of the sport. From this privileged point, you can divide the mountains of the county of Ripollés, Berguedà o Cerdanya, and others as the Mola and Montserrat, creating a landscape of the south east Pyrenees mountains.

The connection with the neighbouring station of La Masella in 1995, formed Alp 2500, expanded the skiable dominion to 145 km of slopes, offering a more complete and diverse experience. The installation of the telecabine in 2019, with 72 cabins and capacity for 8 people, facilitates access to the altitude 2.500, where you will find the «Niu de l’Aliga», an ideal restaurant to shelter from the wind and enjoy the stunning sunsets and full moon nights.

La Molina not only offers an exceptional skiing experience, but also cares about the safety and well-being of its visitors. The station has a team of highly qualified professionals, who work indefinitely to guarantee optimal conditions for the practice of the ski.

Safety patrols, with their experience and knowledge of the land, for the safety of their riders, offer assistance in case of necessity. The medical clinic, inaugurated in 1968, is equipped with an important technology for the treatment of trauma, providing rapid and effective attention in the event of accidents.

La Molina is also characterized by its compromise with durability. In Spain, the station pioneered the installation of snow cannons in 1943, and began to improve its artificial snow production systems, using more efficient and successful technologies. The production of snow is carried out in a responsible manner, ensuring the cold and humidity during the night to guarantee optimal snow quality.

The huge snow groomer machines, with their slow and phantasmagorical movement, work endlessly throughout the night to prepare the pipes for the next day. Its work is fundamental to guarantee a smooth and secure surface for skiers, to distribute snow in a uniform shape, to avoid snow formation and to ensure optimal snow quality.

From the first rays of the sun that illuminate the mountains to the last ski runs at dusk, the resort offers a unique and unforgettable experience. La Molina is a place where nature, technology and passion merge to create a happy destiny for the lovers of winter sports.

La Molina is an example of how the passion for snow can inspire innovation and the descent of a first-level ski resort. Its history is a testimony to the evolution of the economy in the area, and its compromise with security, stability and the quality of the experience of the user turns it into a reference destiny for the lovers of the winter sports.

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