Daredevil Queen Letizia shows off her prowess on the ski slopes as she's joined by her husband and two adorable daughters on a winter break
- Spanish queen, 44, joined by King Felipe and daughters Leonor and Sofia
- Parents looked chic in all-black ski outfits as they hit the slopes in Jaca
- Pair give photographers access in exchange for enjoying rest of break privately
- Letizia looked accomplished on slopes despite reportedly not enjoying skiing
She's known for her polished demeanour and love of a chic suit, harking back to her days as a TV journalist and newsreader.
But today Queen Letizia, 44, showed off her more sporty side as she took to the ski slopes during her family's annual winter break in Jaca, Spain.
The mother-of-two is reportedly not a fan of the sport, but she certainly showed no reluctance as she expertly ploughed her way down the slopes with husband King Felipe.
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Queen Letizia of Spain, Princess Leonor of Spain, Princess Sofia of Spain and King Felipe VI of Spain enjoy a short private skiing break in Jaca, Spain
King Felipe and Queen Letizia give the cameras a cheery wave. The couple agree to pose for photos for the media in return for enjoying the rest of their holiday privately
The family are clearly accomplished on the slopes, even though Queen Letizia is rumoured not to enjoy the sport
The pair were joined by their daughters Princess Leonor of Spain, 11, and Princess Sofia, nine, who stood out in orange and pink ski gear and matching helmets.
Meanwhile, their parents looked chic in matching black outfits.
The couple eschewed a glamorous resort such as Baquiera which was popular with Felipe's father King Juan Carlos and became the most famous resort in Spain thanks to his patronage.
The Huesca and Jaca areas are more low key but boast some very high altitude resorts with some of the best skiing in Spain
Queen Letizia was chic in a black ski outfit while her daughter Leonor dressed in a polka dot coat and Sofia wrapped up in orange
Princess Sofia, nine, whizzes down the slope ahead of her mother and older sister
The Queen puts a motherly arm around her daughter Sofia as they take a ride on the ski lift
Like many European royals, the family have an agreement with the media where they pose for official photos in return for being allowed to enjoy the rest of their holiday privately.
However, William and Kate last year broke with tradition by making a top secret visit to Courchevel with their children George and Charlotte.
The couple invited just one photographer to capture their first family holiday with Prince George, two, and ten-month-old Princess Charlotte, and the pictures were only released after their return.
King Felipe VI of Spain helps his younger daughter Sofia with her helmet
The girls looked delighted to be enjoying a winter break with their proud parents
The royal couple shunned more glamorous spots in favour of Jaca which has some of the best resorts in the country
The ladies kept their goggles on to ward off the snow as they rode on the ski lift
King Felipe keeps a watchful eye on his young daughters as they navigate the slopes
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