Andorra is a small sovereign nation located between France and Spain. Andorra has a small area of 468 km2, which places it among the smallest countries in the world. Its population is small, numbering 71,700 inhabitants.
The telephone code of Andorra is 376, i.e., 00376 or +376. The capital of Andorra is the city of Andorra la Vella; it is also the most populated and largest city. The languages used in Andorra are Catalan, Spanish, and French.
The Best Cities in Andorra
Main Attractions
Canillo
In Andorra, the town of Canillo is quite popular as it holds the largest parish in the country. Ski enthusiasts can also enjoy Grandvalira, El Tarter, and Soldeu, which are the coldest places in the country. Additionally, you can visit the Church of San Joan de Caselles or the Sanctuary of Meritxell.
Andorra la Vella
The capital is a peaceful place and a very lively city, especially on weekends. This city is full of charming hotels for your stays in Andorra.
Pal
Located in the Massana district, the town of Pal is surrounded by forests. It will therefore be ideal for your nature hikes. Ski lovers can also enjoy the Pal-Arinsal ski resort.
Encamp
It is also a city for ski enthusiasts because the Grandvalira ski resort is located in this town. If you want a quiet town to enjoy your winter or holidays, go visit Encamp.
Ordino
Famous for its image bordered by houses with wooden balconies and slate roofs, Ordino has everything to please. In winter, the snow makes the town of Ordino very fascinating, as does the Casa d’Areny-Plandolit, which is an old lordly residence.
Escaldes-Engordany
The city is known for the Meritxell Avenue shopping center as well as for being the commercial region of Andorra. It also has a thermal spa that is part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
Bixessarri
Bixessarri is an interesting town mainly because it is crossed by a stream. What makes the town famous is the Iglesia San Esteve church as well as the famous restaurant Le Parador de Canolich.
Massana
Massana is especially famous for Alto de Comapedrosa, the highest mountain in Andorra. Go there to enjoy many activities such as hiking in nature, cycling, or horseback riding. You can also visit the Casa Rull museum and the Farga Rossell interpretation center.
Where the Cities Are Located on the Map
Canillo
Canillo is located in the northeast of the Andorra map. Geographic coordinates: 42° 34′ 00″ north, 1° 36′ 00″ east
Andorra la Vella
Located in the South-West part on the map, on the southern slope of the Envalira. Geographic coordinates: 42° 30′ 22″ north, 1° 31′ 23″
Pal
On the map, Pal is located in the south-west part, on the left bank of the Riu. Geographic coordinates: 42° 32′ 41″ north, 1° 28′ 31″ east
Encamp
On the map, Encamp is located in the South-West part of the country of Andorra. Coordinates: 42° 32′ 10″ north, 1° 34′ 58″ east
Ordino
On the map, the town of Ordino is located in the North-West part of the country, in the valley of Valira del Nord. Geographic coordinates: 42° 33′ 18″ north, 1° 31′ 59″
Escaldes-Engordany
On the map, Escaldes-Engordany is placed in the south-East region of Andorra. Geographic coordinates: 42° 30′ 32″ north, 1° 32′ 27″ East
Bixessarri
Located in the East part of Andorra, the town of Bixessarri is situated on the road towards the Spanish border. Geographic coordinates: 42° 28′ 57″ north, 1° 27′ 31″ east
Massana
On the map, Massana is located in the North-West section, close to the borders of France and Spain. Geographic coordinates: 42° 32′ 39″ north, 1° 30′ 59″ east
Andorra Climate Map
The climate of Andorra is characterized by frequent sunshine, a cold but moderate winter. These features are characteristic of a Mediterranean climate. In the country, summer temperatures can reach 30°C while in winter, they range between 2 and 15°C. This could be the result of the influence of the Atlantic Ocean. Andorra also experiences precipitation throughout the year.
Andorra la Vella
Located in the lowest part of the country, Andorra la Vella experiences an average winter, not very cold. For example, in January, temperatures are around 2 degrees. The winter is cold but not harsh; there is snowfall at night as temperatures hover around -2°C.
Summer temperatures can reach 25°C with cool nights and frequent thunderstorms in the late afternoon.
The capital shows a fairly high rainfall of about 800 mm per year. Precipitation occurs mostly in summer with lighter rains during the rest of the year. The stormy months are mainly May and June.
Soldeu
According to studies conducted, the climate in the town is characterized by a colder winter. Average temperatures are -3°C at the beginning of the year followed by an average temperature of 12°C from the second month of the year.
Summer, on the other hand, is characterized by heavy rainfall, about 1300 mm per year. Sometimes, it can snow when temperatures are lower. However, thunderstorms occur frequently, especially in the afternoon.
Andorra Financial Map
Andorra’s economy is based on the free market. This allows the GDP per capita to be higher than that of neighboring countries such as France and Spain. The main sources of foreign currency for Andorra are retail sales and tourism, in addition to finance. Regarding tourism, the country attracts many visitors especially during the summer period thanks to its famous ski resorts. The country is also considered a tax haven because the government has relaxed banking secrecy laws.
The most present industries are cosmetics, electrical products, and the textile industry. The country’s economy is vulnerable to external economic fluctuations because most products are imported and agricultural production is low.
- Official currency: Euro
- GDP: 3.237 billion Dollars
- Gross Domestic Product per capita: 42,029.76 Dollars
- Gross Domestic Product growth: 1.6%
Administrative and demographic map of Andorra
Andorra Administration
Andorra’s administrative subdivisions number 7, they are called parishes.
The 7 parishes are Canillo, Encamp, Ordino, La Massana, Andorra la Vella, Sant Julià de Lòria, Escaldes-Engordany. The parishes can be subdivided into quarters or neighborhoods.
- The upper parishes are: Encamp, Canillo, La Massana, and Ordino.
- The lower parishes are: Andorra la Vella and Escaldes-Engordany.
Here are the postal codes in Andorra
- Canillo AD100
- Encamp AD 200
- Ordino AD 300
- La Massana AD 400
- Andorra la Vella AD 500
- Saint Julià de Lòria AD 600
- Escaldes-Engordany AD 700
Andorra Demographics
Currently, the Andorran population is estimated at 77,324 according to the latest United Nations estimates. This amounts to 0.00099% of the world’s population. With such a small area, the ratio between population and surface area gives a population density of 426 inhabitants per km2. Most of these inhabitants, 87.8%, live in the major cities, totaling 67,857 inhabitants. Only one-third of these inhabitants are native Andorrans, numbering 31,000 inhabitants or 33% of the total population.
The rest is made up of Spanish immigrants numbering 27,000, Portuguese immigrants numbering 14,000, and French and British immigrants numbering 6,000. The majority of the Andorran population is Catholic, representing 90% of the population. Other religions include Muslim and other religions originating from North Africa and Hinduism. Finally, the population of Andorra is known for having a very high life expectancy. Life expectancy at birth can reach 82 years for both men and women combined.
Andorra Demolinguistic Data
Catalan is the official language of the country of Andorra. Other ancillary languages are Portuguese, Spanish, and French. About one-third of Andorrans speak Catalan, an ancient Romance language. This part of the population amounts to 38.8%.
The rest, or 43% of the Andorran population, speak Spanish because they are immigrants. The percentages of languages used in the country are respectively 38.8%, 35.4%, 15%, 5.4%, and 5.5% for Catalan, Spanish, Portuguese, French, and undefined languages.
