Best Places to Visit in Andorra

Andorra is a small country located high in the eastern Pyrenees mountains between France and Spain, boasting beautiful mountain scenery that is often overlooked on travel itineraries. Despite its small size, Andorra is well-known in Europe for its excellent ski resorts, while hiking and mountain biking are popular summer activities.

Andorra, which is made up of various small towns and villages set between steep mountain peaks, is only three hours' drive from both Barcelona and Toulouse, making it a great day trip if you're short on time.

The capital, Andorra La Vella, is the main attraction for most visitors. This charming city, which is small enough to explore on foot, has a bustling main street lined with shops and restaurants. It's also a country rich in magnificent medieval churches, many of which have remained untouched by the passage of time.

The small town of Encamp, which serves as a base for the Pas de la Casa and Grau Roig Ski Areas, attracts a large number of skiers and snowboarders. Grandvalira, located between Andorra la Vella and Les Escaldes, is another popular ski area. The scenic settlements of El Serrat, high in the mountains, and La Cortinada, home to the chapel of Marti de la Cortinada, are well worth seeing. Both of these charming villages are located northwest of the capital city in the Valira del Nord Valley.

With our list of the top attractions in Andorra, you can learn more about the best places to visit in this tiny country.