Rules for visiting Astún - Candanchú
What is allowed and what is not at the resort and around it: camping, motorhomes, ski touring, dogs, drones and fires. Each rule links to the official source it comes from.
⛺ Camping and bivouac
- ProhibitedWild camping is prohibited throughout Aragón (art. 14.2, Decreto 61/2006). High-mountain camping requires an altitude above 1.500 m and at least a 2-hour walk from any point accessible by vehicle. It must be reported to the competent authority and to 112 Aragón. Maximum 3 nights.Source: somontano.org
🚐 Motorhomes and caravans
- AllowedCandanchú has a free car park with a space reserved for motorhomes. It admits vehicles until full. The resort says nothing about overnight stays there.Source: candanchu.com
🎿 Ski touring and snowshoes on the slopes
- ProhibitedCandanchú asks ski mountaineers not to use the slopes, for safety reasons. Access is not allowed once the resort has closed.Source: candanchu.com
🐕 Dogs
- ProhibitedAnimals are not allowed in the sledding areas of Astún and Candanchú (art. 1 of the Candanchú sledding area rules).Source: candanchu.com
🛷 Sledging
- With conditionsAstún: sledding area at the base, next to the beginners' lift, from 11:00 to 16:00 on weekends and public holidays. Resort sleds only (13 € single, 15 € deposit), up to age 14. Children under 120 cm ride a double sled with an adult.Source: astun.com
- With conditionsCandanchú: the fenced sledding area requires a pass. Rental sleds may not leave the area, and wooden, metal and non-approved sleds are prohibited. Children under 1,20 m must always be accompanied by an adult.Source: candanchu.com
📋 Other rules
- With conditionsPedestrians may only ride the Tobazo 1 chairlift at Candanchú, with a valid ticket, on a round trip without intermediate stops and with a maximum of 2 people per chair.Source: candanchu.com
- With conditionsIf you ski off-piste or on a closed slope, the resort's assistance insurance does not cover you. You pay for rescue on the slopes (200 €) and for medical care. The resorts accept no liability for that risk.Source: astun.com
Frequently asked questions
- Can you camp or bivouac at Astún - Candanchú?
- Prohibited. Wild camping is prohibited throughout Aragón (art. 14.2, Decreto 61/2006). High-mountain camping requires an altitude above 1.500 m and at least a 2-hour walk from any point accessible by vehicle. It must be reported to the competent authority and to 112 Aragón. Maximum 3 nights.
- Can you sleep in a motorhome at Astún - Candanchú?
- Allowed. Candanchú has a free car park with a space reserved for motorhomes. It admits vehicles until full. The resort says nothing about overnight stays there.
- Can you skin up the slopes at Astún - Candanchú?
- Prohibited. Candanchú asks ski mountaineers not to use the slopes, for safety reasons. Access is not allowed once the resort has closed.
- Can you bring a dog to Astún - Candanchú?
- Prohibited. Animals are not allowed in the sledding areas of Astún and Candanchú (art. 1 of the Candanchú sledding area rules).
- Where can you go sledging at Astún - Candanchú?
- With conditions. Astún: sledding area at the base, next to the beginners' lift, from 11:00 to 16:00 on weekends and public holidays. Resort sleds only (13 € single, 15 € deposit), up to age 14. Children under 120 cm ride a double sled with an adult. With conditions. Candanchú: the fenced sledding area requires a pass. Rental sleds may not leave the area, and wooden, metal and non-approved sleds are prohibited. Children under 1,20 m must always be accompanied by an adult.
Before you go
Rules collected on 11 October 2026 and reviewed every month. Rules change and may have exceptions: if in doubt, follow the protected area, the local council or the resort. Translated from Spanish; some sources may be in another language.