Monterreal
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| Monterreal | |
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| Nearest city: | Saltillo |
| Coordinates: | Coordinates: |
| Top elevation: | 3,445 m (11,302 ft) |
| Base elevation: | 2,940 m (9,645 ft) |
| Skiable area: | 4.6 km (2.85 mi) |
| Lift system: | 2 surface lifts |
| Snowmaking: | yes |
| Web site: | http://www.monterreal.com |
Monterreal is a small ski resort situated in the municipality of Arteaga, in the southeast of the Coahuila state, Mexico, located 40 minutes away from Saltillo and 90 minutes away from Monterrey. It's the only ski center in Mexico.
The Monterreal ski center has two runs. The main slope has a run of 230 m (754.6 ft). A separate 45 mts long slope was specially designed for beginners and tobbogans.
The main slope has a spring-box type drag lift and the teaching/play area has a conveyor type lift. The main track has a slope of about 20 degrees. In terms of difficulty, it can be considered as a blue run.
It's possible to ski between December and January, with natural snow.
[edit] External links
- (English) Monterreal Resort Golf Club and Ski
- (English) Mexico, with a Colorado feel, MySA.com: Travel& City Guide
- (Spanish) Bosques de Monterreal (Forests of Monterreal)
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