The best family ski resorts in the Pyrenees

Whether you're after large ski areas, cosy resorts or authentic mountain villages, the Pyrenees are the perfect destination for families. To help you choose, Travelski shares key criteria to consider — along with our pick of the best family-friendly ski resorts in the Pyrenees!

How to choose the right family ski resort in the Pyrenees?

Travelski is here to help you pick the perfect family ski resort in the Pyrenees, with key criteria to guide your winter holiday choice.

“Famille Plus” Label

This national French label highlights ski resorts that go the extra mile to welcome families. It’s based on six core commitments:

Choosing a Famille Plus-certified resort means peace of mind — with everything tailored for children and their parents.

Family-friendly activities

Skiing isn’t the only reason to head to the mountains anymore. A good choice of off-slope activities can make your holiday even more memorable. Sharing fun experiences brings everyone together. 

Here are a few family favourites you might find in the Pyrenees:

Child-friendly ski areas

Learning to ski takes time — so it’s essential to choose a resort with slopes suited to beginners and children. Look for resorts with fun zones, beginner areas, easy slopes, and ski schools adapted to all levels.

Convenient local services

Ski holidays with kids can be stressful — but choosing the right resort makes all the difference. Pedestrian-friendly resorts with nearby shops, ski rental stores and restaurants ensure a smoother stay. Everything you need is just a short walk away.

Remember, not every family-friendly resort has the Famille Plus label. Some resorts may not be certified but still offer a fantastic experience for families thanks to their tailored services and warm welcome.

Our pick of the best family ski resorts in the Pyrenees

Now that you know more about family-friendly destinations in the Pyrenees, it’s time to discover our pick of the best resorts for your next holiday

Font-Romeu

A family-friendly Pyrenean ski resort, Font-Romeu Pyrénées 2000 welcomes you to a traditional and sporty setting just a few kilometres from the Spanish border. Take the opportunity to explore a different culture for the day!

Known as a pre-Olympic training site, the resort offers top-class sports facilities and modern equipment for skiers of all levels across the entire ski area.

Font-Romeu is also a Famille Plus certified resort, meaning it provides a full range of activities, events, and family-friendly services. There’s something for everyone — kids and adults alike will never get bored! Some accommodations even offer baby beds on request, ensuring maximum comfort for your stay.

For the children:

For ski lovers, Font-Romeu is the perfect destination. You can ski right in the heart of the Pyrenees Catalanes Natural Park, surrounded by pristine landscapes and stunning views. Both experts and beginners will find what they’re looking for, from beginner zones and challenging slopes to exciting snowparks.

Saint-Lary-Soulan

Saint Lary Soulan is both an authentic village resort and a family-friendly destination, with a manageable size and thermal spa facilities. It is also a Famille Plus certified resort, located at the foot of a ski area suitable for all levels. This combination makes it the perfect spot for families, set close to the stunning nature of the Pyrenees National Park.

If you want to relax during your stay, the Sensoria Rio water centre is ideal, featuring pools, bubbling baths, and massage jets. Children can enjoy themselves fully in the warm waters of this family-friendly facility.

For the children:

When it comes to skiing, you’ll find one of the largest ski areas in the Pyrenees. Stretching across several slopes, the Saint Lary Soulan ski domain offers various styles: forest skiing, high-mountain skiing, freestyle skiing... Both experts and beginners can fully enjoy the entire area. If you don’t want to ski every day, there are several pass options available — the choice is yours.

Peyragudes

Born from the merger of two resorts reaching 1600 metres in altitude, Peyragudes welcomes you to a traditional setting that respects the surrounding nature. With the Famille Plus label, a family ski holiday in the Pyrenees at this resort is simply perfect.

On site, you can rent pushchairs, enjoy playgrounds, or spend time on the slopes with your children’s favourite Gulli heroes.

Finally, one of the main highlights of this family resort is its breathtaking panoramic views over the Pyrenees mountain range, sure to delight both young and old.

For the children:

Children and adults alike can enjoy a sunny ski area all day long, with 51 slopes and 18 lifts. Dedicated zones for children and beginners ensure safe and optimal skiing experiences on the pistes.

Les Angles

Certified Famille Plus, this small family ski resort in the Eastern Pyrenees welcomes you to a natural and traditional setting. Les Angles is a village resort that combines history and modernity, all while embracing environmental preservation.

For the children:

Enjoy unbeatable comfort with accommodation right on the slopes at this resort, where ski runs meet an authentic village atmosphere. You can ski straight back to your residence, apartment, or hotel!

You’ll benefit from 55 kilometres of pistes on a ski area reaching up to 2400 metres altitude. This guarantees optimal snow conditions amid vast open spaces and pine forests.

Artouste and Gourette, family ski resorts in the Pyrénées Atlantiques, also make great alternatives to the resorts mentioned above for your winter holidays.