On Cerro Catedral, the persistent snowfall is received with hope. While the hill prepares the winter season, nothing better than this white blanket to tempt tourists.
At noon yesterday, the records indicated an accumulation of 1.10 meters at the base and more than 2 in the upper sector. “It is dry snow, snow that is here to stay, so with expectations,” they said from the communication area of Catedral Alta Patagonia.
This snow has been accumulating since Tuesday – when the storm began – in all sectors of the mountain, both at the intermediate base and in the upper sector. “We read that in 30 years we have not experienced such intense snowfall at this time of year with so much snow,” they highlighted.
They commented that they are doing all the work from the previous winter and although Many people already want to get on skis, the mountain is not open yet.
Only for residents they launched an opportunity yesterday: Skiers and snowboarders who have purchased their Classic, Classic, School passes will be able to enjoy the first descents of the year.
From Thursday, May 9 to Saturday, May 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the media will be enabled Magic Carpet 3, Magic Carpet 4 and Princesita Chairlift, along with the PlayPark, Zorrito and Eventos slopes.
Besides, The service offered to both tourists and residents is the opening of the Cable Carril, which is operating from Monday to Saturday from 9:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.always subject to weather conditions.
Those who go can take advantage to experience the snow in the mountains, a historical tour that has accompanied the Cathedral in autumn for many years. You can appreciate the entire view from the height and upon arrival, enjoy the gastronomic service that awaits you at 2,800 meters above sea level.
For those who already want to freeze prices, at this timethe hill has an active Flexi Pass Presale, which gives access to all operational means from opening to closing, with an open date. (alternate and/or consecutive days).
For five days, plus the keycard, it has a price of $ 578.000 for seniors, over 12 years old and up to 69 years old. For minors, costs $483,000. For a seven-day pass, plus the keycard, it is $ 808.000 through the Web. For minors between 6 to 11 sale $675,000. Children from 0 to 5 access free ski pass presenting ID at enabled ticket offices. Over 70 years must buy their pass at the ticket office by presenting ID.
As a novelty from the hill they announced new points of sale. On Sunday they inaugurated a stand at Unicenter Shopping, the shopping center in Buenos Aires. Those who want to come can get advice on the different options for passes and services, make purchases, access discounts or promotions and obtain information about all the activities and events that take place during the season.