Beginner ski pass
Everything you need to start skiing
Enjoy a special pass designed for beginners, giving you affordable access to dedicated learning zones and gentle slopes. No stress—lift access is fully adapted, including magic carpets and rope tows, so you can learn at your own pace.
Beginner ski pass vs Flex card
In the Pyrenees, beginners have several options !
You can go for a reloadable beginner ski pass (limited to specific zones) or the flexible option: the Flex card.
It’s really simple—just like learning to ski, it only takes a couple of minutes to decide what suits you best.
Fast
Buy your Flex Card online, get it delivered, slip it into your ski jacket… and you’re ready to ski every day without thinking about lift passes.
Simple to use
Just keep the card in your jacket and enjoy access to all lifts across the ski area. No hassle—it works like electronic toll payment on the road.
Automatic pricing
You’re always charged the best rate depending on where you ski. Perfect for beginners who want to progress at their own pace.
No worries
Once you have your Flex Card, there’s no need to think about lift passes anymore—just enjoy your time on the slopes.
Recommended
Ski instructors recommend the Flex Card for beginners, as it lets you explore the ski zone as your level improves.
Popular
Used by over 60,000 skiers and valid in all N’PY resorts—join them today!
Beginner ski passes in the Pyrenees
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Yes. Even as a beginner (adult or child), you’ll need a ski pass to access the slopes and lifts. It’s required to use ski lifts such as drag lifts, chairlifts, and conveyor belts in your chosen ski zone.
A beginner ski pass is an access card for slopes and lifts. You have two options:
- The Flex Card: available online or at the ticket office. It’s valid for the season and gives access to dedicated learning zones, perfect for beginners.
- The classic beginner pass: available at the ticket office. You choose a specific zone depending on the resort. Once you leave that zone, you need a different pass.
Ski resorts divide their ski areas into zones, each defined by lift access.
For example: magic carpets, beginner zones, …
Each zone requires a specific beginner pass, which can only be bought at the ticket office.
You choose the zone, and you’re limited to it for the day.
With the Flex Card, you simply ski. Your usage is tracked automatically, and you’re charged based on where you ski:
For example, one day you only use the conveyor belt, the next you move to a chairlift zone—you’re charged accordingly.
You can move freely across the resort with no restrictions or stress.
Note: check your resort trail map to see all beginner zones.
Prices vary depending on the resort and options chosen. Full pricing is available on each resort’s website.
Yes, resorts offer beginner passes for both children and adults at similar prices. These passes give access to learning zones via the Flex Card system.
In the Pyrenees, ski passes are separate from ski lessons.
You can buy the Flex Card online or purchase a beginner pass at the ticket office. Online purchase is recommended to avoid queues and get better deals.
Whether you’re walking or skiing, you’ll need a valid ticket to access the lifts.
If you stay on foot, you’ll need a pedestrian pass.
If you ski, the No Souci card is a good option.
Beginners have access to specially designed learning zones with gentle, easy slopes. Check the resort trail map for all beginner zones.
To ski in a resort, you need a valid pass.
Beginner zones and family zones are designed for relaxed, easy skiing.
New to winter sports and skiing in the Pyrenees? Here are our top 5 tips to help you make the most of your experience:
- take ski lessons (private or group) with professionals such as ESF (French Ski School) or ESI (International Ski School);
- go for the Flex Card and don’t worry about lift passes;
- rent your equipment from a nearby ski shop;
- pick up a trail map and head to the ski school meeting point on your first day;
- if you’re tired at the end of the day, take a break and enjoy a snack at one of the mountain restaurants.
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