Encamp is a parish in the Andorra Principality placed on the banks of the Valira d’Orient river at an elevation of 1,238 meters above sea level. Pic dels Pessons is the highest peak of the parish located at an altitude of 2,865 meters.

Encamp is home to a radio transmitter placed at Lake Engolasters, operated by Radio Andorra. Encamp also houses many natural tourist destinations, a hydroelectric power station and retail industries.

Encamp coordinates with 42°32′10″ N latitude and 1°34′58″ E longitude and covers an area of 84 sq. km, is situated about 7 northwest of Andorra la Vella, the capital of Andorra.

The settlements in Encamp parish are as follows:

• Encamp
• Vila
• El Pas de la Casa
• el Tremat
• Les Bons
• la Mosquera
• Grau Roig

How to reach Encamp?

Encamp is connected with neighboring Anyós town through a road tunnel which was inaugurated in 2012. Also there is cable car accessible to reach neighboring tourist destinations.

La Seu d’Urgell Airport is the closest airport to Encamp with few flights. On this point, it is advised for international tourists to reach the city of France or Spain and then take bus or taxi from there to Encamp.

Encamp is also home to many tour operators and they guide well tourists. Most of them are available through advance booking.

Food and Shopping in Encamp:

Shops are abundant in Encamp and the major restaurants in Encamp include:

• Restaurant Borda del Tremat
• Restaurant Llac i Cel
• Granja-Cafeteria Xocolati
• Restaurant Ca La Bruixa

What to do in Encamp?

• Skiing
• Hiking
• Mountain climbing
• Pessons Cirque Tour
• Campea Forest Tour
• Torrent de l’Aviar’s Ravine
• Beixalis Mountain Pass and Padern Peak Tour

Places to see in Encamp:

Lake Engolasters:

Lake Engolasters is one of the major attractions of Encamp as a nice relaxation point and great sightseeing spot. It is reachable by walk.

Church of Sant Roma:

Church of Sant Roma is an ancient church placed in the historical Complex at les Bons. Tourists can also see a water tank, defense tower and the ruins of a fortified house near the church.

Sant Roma de les Bons Church:

Sant Roma de les Bons Church is a Romanesque structure dating back to the Lombard period and is devoted to Sant Roma. It is suggested for tourists to take guided tours to explore all the natural and historical attractions at Encamp easily.

List of other places of interest in and around Encamp include:

• Defense Tower
• Water Tank
• Valira d’Orient River
• Pic dels Pessons
• Radio transmitter
• Hydroelectric Power Station
• Grandvalira Ski Resort
• National Automobile Museum
• Ethnographic Museum Casa Cristo
• Engolasters Lake Trail
• Museum of Electricity
• El Campea Springs Trail
• Sacred Art Museum
• Clots de l’Aspra Via Ferrata
• Bony d’Envalira Via Ferrata

Ideal time to visit Encamp:

The best time to visit Encamp is during the months of summer season while the weather will be supportive for skiing and hiking and many other outdoor activities.

Where to stay in Encamp?

There are many well facilitated hotels located in all the parishes of Andorra including Encamp. Most of the hotels at Encamp offer advance booking facility for visitors’ convenience. Here is the list of the reputed hotels in Encamp:

• Shusski Aparthotel Encamp
• Hotel Coray
• Guillem Hotel
• Montecarlo Hotel
• Pere d’Urg Hotel
• Encamp Hotel
• Somrui Hotel Oros
• Comtes De Foix
• Hotel Sol i Muntanya
• Ka2 L’Era Apartments
• Arbre De Gel
• Hotel Riu Blanc
• Apartaments Del Meligar
• Apartaments La Solana
• Aparthotel L’Orri De Rusca
• Apartaments Turistics Cal Joan

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Canillo is a parish belonging to Andorra covering an area of 110 sq. km, situated 12 km northwest of Andorra la Vella, the capital of Andorra. Canillo is the home town of Xavier Capdevila Romero who is the famous Andorran ski mountaineer.

Canillo is the major town of Canillo parish and other settlements under the parish of Canillo are listed below:

• l’Aldosa, El Forn
• Bordes d’Envalira
• Sant Pere
• Els Plans
• Soldeu
• Molleres
• Meritxell

Canillo is located between latitude 42°34′00″ in the north and longitude 1°36′00″ in the east, 1,526 meters above sea level. Canillo is home to many 12th-century structures including San Joan de Caselles (Romanesque church).

Connectivity to Canillo:                             

Canillo is located between the towns of Andorra La Vella and Pas de la Casa. The La Seu d’Urgell Airport of Montferrer in Spain is the nearest airport to Canillo, situated around 40 km away from Canillo with limited connectivity.

Canillo is located around 180 km away from the Toulouse–Blagnac Airport in Blagnac, France which offers flights to most of the major European and American locations.

Tourists can inquire at the local travel agencies for bike or car to reach tourist destinations, neighboring cities and airport.

Food and Shopping in Canillo:

There is an Olympic size ice skating rink called The Palau de Gel which is an entertainment complex featuring a bar, swimming pool, restaurant and shops, located few kilometers away from Canillo.

List of the major food corners in Canillo is as follows:

• Restaurant La Galeria
• Bar Restaurant Els Pessons
• Arrosseria Pi de Migdia
• Restaurant Bar Terras
• la cantina dels racons

What to do in Canillo?

• Hiking
• Climbing
• Shopping
• Visiting Historical sites

Places to see in Canillo:

Sant Joan de Caselles:

The San Joan de Caselles is a Romanesque church dating back to the 12^th century, situated 1 km away from the heart of Canillo. It is open for tourists from 10AM to 1PM and 3PM to 6PM (July to August). There are free guided tours available for tourist’s convenience.

Meritxell Sanctuary:

The Meritxell Sanctuary is devoted to the Patron Saint of Andorra, Virgin of Meritxell. It was initially built in the 12th century but was once destroyed by fire, reconstructed in 1976. There is the Andorra’s National Holiday celebrated grandly in the Meritxell Sanctuary on September 8. Entrance is free. It is generally open from 9:15AM to 1PM and 3PM to 6PM from July and August.

The cross of seven arms:

Situated on the track, the cross of seven arms was built in the Gothic style of architecture. Tourists can visit this typical site between 8AM and 5PM from Monday to Friday.

List of other places of interest in Canillo includes:

• Sant Serni de Canillo
• Sant Joan de Caselles
• Roc del Quer Via Ferrata
• Canal de la Mora Via Ferrata
• Motorcycle Museum
• Sport Wellness Moutain Spa
• Racons Via Ferrata
• Canal del Grau Via Ferrata

Ideal time to visit Canillo:

Generally the middle months of the year will be ideal to travel Canillo while the weather remains pleasant.

Where to stay in Canillo?

Canillo is home to all sorts of accommodation centres like hotels, resorts, apartments and camping. Camping is a cheaper option. Here is the list of the prominent hotels in Canillo:

• Hotel Obaga Blanca
• Hotel Font d’Argent Canillo
• Roc Del Castell Hotel
• Aparthotel Montarto
• Ski Plaza Hotel
• Hotel Bonavida
• Magic Canillo Resort Hotel and Apartments
• Aparthotel Els Meners
• Roc Del Castell Aparthotel
• Apartaments Sant Bernat
• Aparthotel Roc Del Castell
• Camping Santa Creu
• Mirador Bordes de Envalira
• Hostal Borda Patxeta
• Camping Janramon
• Camping Bona Estada

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Arinsal is a village in the Andorra Principality situated 10 km away towards northeast of the national capital, Andorra la Vella. It is one of the popular tourist destinations in Andorra attracting loads walkers and bikers during the summer months and skiers and snowboarders during the months of the winter season.

Arinsal witnessed the installment of the first ski lifts of Andorra, installed by Josep Serra in 1973. The Vallnord Bike Park is a very famous tourist attraction as well as the southern Europe’s one of the largest bike resorts, situated in the vicinity of Arinsal.

Arinsal is located in the proximity of Tor in Pallars in Spain, between 42°34′ N latitude and 1°29′ E longitude.

How to reach Arinsal?

There is no airport in Arinsal, due to this tourists are needed to reach any of the below airports and then take bus or rental vehicle to reach Arinsal.

The nearest airports to Arinsal are listed here below:

• Perpignan–Rivesaltes Airport in France (170 km)
• Toulouse–Blagnac Airport in France (200 km)
• Barcelona–El Prat Airport in Spain (210 km)

Arinsal is connected to Andorra la Vella through roadway by bus, but buses are not regular. Arinsal is home to many travel agencies that offer car and bikes for rent.

Food and Shopping in Arinsal:

Arinsal is small but also houses many supermarkets, ski and snowboard shops and it is advised for visitors to reach Andorra la Vella city for best shopping experience.

Restaurants are plenty, serving guests with both traditional and international delicacies at affordable price. The major food corners in Arinsal are listed below:

• Snack Bar The Bull
• Polar Base Bar Restaurant
• Polar Bar Restaurant
• El Refugi de la Fondue
• Hotel Crest Restaurant

Things to do in Arinsal:

• Skiing
• Snowboarding
• Mountaineering
• Hiking
• Walking

Tourist Attractions in Arinsal:

Pic de Coma Pedrosa:

At an altitude of 2942 meters, Pic de Coma Pedrosa is the highest mountain in Andorra situated within Arinsal. This pyramid shaped peak offers different adventure activities for visitors such as climbing, hiking & mountaineering. Arinsal also holds a cable car station.

Església de Sant Andreu d’Arinsal:

Constructed in the 17th century, the Església de Sant Andreu d’Arinsal is a church as well as cultural heritage site of Andorra. Construction is unique and must visit.

Vallnord Bike Park:

Vallnord Bike Park is considered as one of the major bike resorts in southern Europe featuring cross country and downhill circuits. Great for adventure sport lovers.

Other places of interest in and around Arinsal include:

• Tristaina Lake Trail
• Vallnord Bike Park
• Vallnord Ski Area
• Comapedrosa Highlands Trail
• Church of Sant Andreu
• Percanela-Les Fonts-Pla de l’Estany Trail
• Bridge of la Margineda
• Verdaguer-Creussans Lake Trail
• Parliament building
• Coll de les Cases Trail
• The church of Sant Esteve

Ideal time to visit Arinsal:

Probably the summer months are ideal to explore the natural attractions of Arinsal.

Accommodation options in and around Arinsal:

Arinsal houses plenty of standard hotels to serve tourists coming from the different regions of the world, with typical tourist favor facilities and services. Most of the major hotels arrange tours for their guests and supply outdoor activity equipments. The reputed hotels in and around Arinsal are as follows:

• Hotel Princesa Parc
• Aparthotel Poblado
• Xalet Verdu Hotel
• Hotel Montane
• Xalet Besoli Hotel
• Husa Patagonia
• Coma Pedrosa Hotel
• Aparthotel Crest
• Hotel Club Diana
• Hotel Ayma
• Apartaments Turistics Sant Moritz
• Aparthotel Sant Andreu
• Aparthotel Patagonia Austral
• Velvet Apartments
• Comapedrosa Hotel

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Andorra la Vella is the capital as well as the largest city of the Principality of Andorra covering an area of 30 sq. km. It is the highest capital city in Europe with an altitude of 1,023 meters. Andorra la Vella belongs to the parish of Andorra la Vella holding a population around 22,256, as of the 2011 census.

Tourism is the backbone of the Andorra la Vella’s economy and furniture manufacturing and brandy production are other important economy sources.

Andorra la Vella coordinates with 42°30′00″ N latitude and 1°30′00″ E longitude. It is positioned at the convergence of the Valira del Nord and the Valira de l’Orient mountain streams and features an oceanic climate.

History of Andorra la Vella:

The literal meaning of Andorra la Vella in the local language is ‘Andorra the City’ or ‘Andorra the Old’. It is believed that, Andosin tribe people were the original settlers of Andorra la Vella and it has been the capital of the Principality of Andorra since 1278.

Andorra la Vella, Andorra, Europe

Connectivity to Andorra la Vella:

The Perpignan–Rivesaltes Airport is the closest airport to Andorra la Vella, situated around 170 km away with frequent flights to Paris and seasonal flights to Amsterdam, Birmingham, Southampton, Charleroi and Nantes.

Andorra la Vella is located around 190 km and 200 km from Toulouse–Blagnac Airport in France and Barcelona–El Prat Airport in Spain respectively.

Bus is a cheaper local travel option and tourists can also hire taxi or car for both short and long distances in Andorra la Vella.

Culture, Food and Shopping in Andorra la Vella:

Andorra la Vella houses numerous famous historical structures including the Casa de la Vall and many museums as well. The city is also home to many big shopping centres that offer all kinds of latest branded products.

Here is the list of the major restaurants in Andorra la Vella:

• La Cava Andorra
• La Borda Pairal 1630
• Eatalian Republic
• Taberna Angel Belmonte

What to do in Andorra la Vella?

• Mountain climbing
• Hiking
• Bus Turistico Tours
• Andorra Massage
• La Nou Lake Trail

Tourist Attractions in Andorra la Vella:

Lake Engolasters:

Situated in the vicinity of the Andorra la Vella city, the Engolasters Lake is a beautiful oblong shaped lake with deep blue water. The lake measures a surface elevation of 1,616 meters and an average depth of 10 meters.

The Church of Sant Andreu:

The Church of Sant Andreu is a Romanesque church constructed during the 12^th century. It is still good in condition, allowed for tourists from Monday to Saturday.

Bridge of la Margineda:

Built during the medieval times, the Bridge of la Margineda is located in Santa Coloma located around 3 km away from the city of Andorra la Vella. Tourists can also watch a metallic sculpture near the bridge.

List of other places of interest in Andorra la Vella includes:

• The church of Sant Esteve
• Casa de la Vall
• Església de Sant Martí de la Cortinada
• Rec del Solà and Rec de l’Obac
• Rec del Solà and Rec de l’Obac
• Andorra la Vella High Street
• Vallnord
• Església de Sant Climent de Pal
• Església de Sant Romà de les Bons
• Our Lady of Meritxell

Best time to visit Andorra la Vella:

The ideal time to visit Andorra la Vella is during the months between April and October.

Accommodation options in Andorra la Vella:

Being a popular tourist destination of Andorra, Andorra la Vella hosts plenty of hotels and resorts with amazing tourist favor facilities and services including spa and sauna. The major hotels in Andorra la Vella are listed here below:

• Reial Pirineus Hotel
• Roc del Sola
• Bonavida Hotel
• Hotel Sant Jordi
• Coma-Bella Hotel Sant Julia de Loria
• Font del Marge Hotel
• Zenit Diplomatic Hotel
• Magic Andorra Hotel
• Hotel De L’Isard
• Hostal Cisco De Sans
• Hotel Festa Brava
• Hotel La Pedrera
• Pension La Rosa
• Hotel Celler D’En Toni
• Casa Vella Hotel

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