These are the most fashionable places to be seen in Sierra Nevada... without skis

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Sierra Nevada is one of the most coveted ski resorts worldwide by lovers of this sport.

Not only because of its 110 kilometers of slopes with the highest ski slope in Spain (1,200 m), but also because of its privileged location

(it is the southernmost ski resort in Europe), which also gives it the luxury of having more sunny days per year (122) than the entire continent.

have been incorporated into the hotel and leisure offer,

in throughout the season and a highly desired place in terms of fun.

We propose some of the most fashionable plans and places this season to enjoy Sierra Nevada without skis.

Dinner with dance in the 'lounge bar' of the Maribel hotel

It is the fashionable hotel of Sierra Nevada.

The

reopened its doors on January 3, after a comprehensive remodeling with sustainable materials, and it has already become one of the places with the most atmosphere after a day of skiing, especially at night.

In the cozy and modern

of this alpine chalet, presided over by several bioethanol fireplaces,

, while the staff have one of the many cocktails on the menu at the bar, dinner at the restaurant design a typical

(or any of the other elaborations on its menu with seasonal classics) or have a drink afterwards to the rhythm of the latest

of the music scene

If the temperature allows it, sitting on the large terrace with incredible views to watch the sunset is a must.

hotel

at the foot of the Maribel and Águilas slopes, at an altitude of 2,250 metres, means that you can easily reach it skiing and enjoy the terrace at any time of day.

During lunch,

, potatoes and even beef broth from 1 pm.

After the snack, back on the skis and continue down the slopes or, if you prefer, have a session in the Nordic-inspired spa that has just opened this exclusive and sophisticated hotel managed by Puente Romano Beach Resort and Marbella Club.

Taste the best cheese in the world at the Swiss Chalet

At 2,500 meters above sea level, on the lower station of the Stadium chairlift, stands the recently inaugurated

an authentic wooden cabin with a large terrace where you can find a little piece of Switzerland and taste its typical dishes with up to seven varieties of cheeses from the Swiss country .

Among them, Le Gruyère AOP, awarded last November as

at the World Cheese Awards, which on the menu of this theme restaurant is integrated into dishes such as boletus risotto and Le Gruyère AOP.

The products are one hundred percent handmade and natural.

More information here.

Beer (or hot chocolate) in a viewpoint with the best views

In the Sierra Nevada

, next to the Plaza de Pradollano, is one of the places with the best and liveliest views of the resort.

On a wide terrazzo esplanade that serves as a viewpoint, there are a multitude of hammocks and canvas chairs where you can sit and sunbathe (it's almost full day) or relax while having an aperitif, snack or even lunch and dinner. .

They belong to the bars, restaurants and cafes located there, among them La Visera, Tía María..., very lively places to go before or after skiing, since the Jara Chairlift is right there and, a little higher up, the cable car Al Andalus.

A massage in a spa at the foot of the slopes

What better plan than a massage and relaxing in the spa after a morning of skiing?

offers an exclusive package open to the public that includes a personalized 50-minute massage in its spa, followed by a three-course lunch on its spectacular terrace at the foot of the slopes.

The offer allows access to the gym and swimming pools (indoor and outdoor heated) of this exclusive hotel.

Price: 180 euros.

Reservations: reservas@ellodge.com and tel.: 958 480 600.

The roller coaster in the snow

Although it is one of the most visited spots by families,

, a mini-amusement park located in Pradollano, at the end of the Río track and next to the Jara chairlift, is also a meeting place for adults who do not want to miss a return in the

the main attraction of the enclosure.

It is a roller coaster in a two-seater sled that goes on rails on the snow in which the user controls the speed of descent (maximum 40 km/hour).

The route of almost one kilometer includes banked curves, speed bumps and straight lines.

Price: 6 euros.

More information and reservations here.

GUIDE

How to get there:

The AVE travels to Granada from 55 euros.

To go to Sierra Nevada, the best is a taxi (45 minutes).

Where to sleep:

The

is an exclusive alpine chalet made of sustainable wood, which includes 29 rooms with terrace, ski storage, parking, spa and restaurant with access to the slopes.

It offers free transfers to and from Granada.

From €475

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