Dog Sled Ride in Grau Roig, Andorra: 2 km Mushing Experience
There is a way to cross the snow of Grandvalira without skiing or driving anything: a dog sled ride in Grau Roig. You climb onto a sled pulled by Nordic dogs and the musher does the rest.
Before setting off, the musher gives you a short briefing. Halfway along there is a stop for your winter photo, and at the end you meet the dogs that pulled you.
A short, safe plan with a touch of adrenaline for families, couples and groups of friends.
- Discovery level: no prior requirements and low intensity, suitable for everyone.
- Distance: 2 km through the snowy Moretó forest.
- Ideal for: families, groups of friends and couples.
📍 Meeting point: Pàrquing del Cubil, sector Grau-Roig, Grandvalira, AD200 Encamp, Andorra, Andorra – View on map
RocRoi Adventure Center: when you drive into the car park, carry on to the far end; you will find us on the right, in an easily recognisable stone and wood hut. As a landmark, the Grau Roig medical centre is at the opposite end of the car park.
The mushing experience in Grau Roig
All you have to do is wrap up warm and sit down. A professional musher drives the sled, and you need no licence or experience. You meet at the RocRoi Adventure Center in Grau Roig, in the Cubil car park. Each sled usually carries 2 people; depending on weight and the make-up of the group, a small child (up to 8 years old) can ride as a third passenger. Larger groups are split between several sleds, depending on availability.
Before setting off, the musher gives you a short explanation of the activity. No jargon. Then the team of Nordic dogs sets off.
The sled glides along off-piste trails through the snowy Moretó forest, in the Grau Roig sector of Grandvalira. You hear the hiss of the runners on the snow, the silence among the black pines, and feel the clean air on your face. And halfway along, a stop: it is the moment for your winter profile photo.
At the end of the ride you meet the dogs that pulled you, stroke them and take photos with them. They are super friendly. It will probably be what you remember most.
If the weather is bad or there is little snow, the team may change the route or the schedule, or reschedule the activity, always with safety first.
What the experience feels like
Families: snow without having to know how to ski. Little ones aged 3 and over, with an adult, get on the sled with a musher in charge, and meeting and stroking the dogs at the end is the reward of the ride.
Groups of friends: a plan unlike anything else in Grandvalira. If there are more than two of you, the group is split between several sleds depending on availability, and the halfway stop gives everyone the winter photo.
Couples: two adults on one sled, the silence of the snowy forest and the sound of snow under the runners. A moment to share a connection with the dogs and with nature.
What is included in the RocRoi experience?
- Licensed instructor.
- Professional guides in Catalan, Spanish, French and English.
- Free parking.
- Third-party liability insurance.
- Accident insurance is not included: if you wish, you can take it out when you arrive at the activity centre.
- Cancellation policy: Up to 5 days before: full refund. Up to 48 hours before: change of date or «ADVENTURE voucher».
Equipment needed for the dog sled ride
For your comfort and safety, we recommend you bring:
- Sun cream.
- Sunglasses.
- Gloves.
- Winter sports clothing and footwear.
Practical details of the Grau Roig mushing ride
Discovery level: no prior requirements, designed as a first taste of mushing. Suitable for everyone.
- Minimum age: 3 years old, accompanied by an adult; 18 years old to take part without an accompanying adult.
- Distance: 2 km through the snowy Moretó forest, with a stop halfway for a photo.
- Sled: usually 2 people; capacity depends on the weight and make-up of the participants, as well as the conditions of the activity. A small child (up to 8 years old) can ride as a third passenger, and larger groups are split between several sleds depending on availability. The musher drives it, so no licence is needed.
- Setting: Grau Roig sector of Grandvalira (Grandvalira Mountain Park), with snowy black pine forests and the Moretó valley.
- Physical fitness: no prior requirements; low-intensity activity.
- Limitations and contraindications: it is advisable to tell the company and the guides about any allergy, phobia or physical limitation.
- Attitude: a desire to enjoy the Andorran winter, follow the musher’s instructions and let the dogs surprise you. See you in Grau Roig!
Book your dog sled ride in Grau Roig now and travel through the snowy Moretó forest behind a team of dogs.
FAQs
How many people can ride on each dog sled?
Each sled usually carries 2 people. Capacity depends on the participants’ weight and make-up and on the conditions of the activity: a small child (up to 8 years old) can ride as a third passenger. If the group is larger, it is split between several sleds depending on availability. A musher always drives.
Can I stroke the dogs before or after the ride?
Yes. You can meet them, stroke them and take photos with them, and learn about their training and care. It is one of the parts people remember most.
From what age can children try mushing?
From 3 years old, always with an adult. To take part without an accompanying adult you must be 18. It is a Discovery-level activity, with no prior requirements.
What should I wear for the dog sled ride?
Warm clothing, gloves, waterproof boots and snow goggles. We also recommend sun cream and sunglasses. The key is to wrap up well, because you are sitting on the sled.
What happens if the weather is bad or there is little snow?
The team may change the route or the schedule, or reschedule the activity, always guaranteeing safety and the experience. If anything needs adapting, we will let you know in advance.
Note: the activity and operational details may be adjusted depending on weather conditions. The RocRoi Booking team will contact the client in advance if the schedule needs adapting.