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Andorra la Vella, the state capital located at the highest altitude in all of Europe (1,023 meters), is a vibrant mountain city nestled in a narrow Pyrenean valley where the Valira del Norte and Valira del Oriente rivers converge. World famous for its duty-free shopping dynamism ('The Shopping Mile'), its impressive granite architecture, its ancient Romanesque churches and its immediate proximity to the largest ski resorts in southern Europe, the city fuses urban modernity with the rugged charm of the Pyrenees.
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Very advantageous prices on shopping, fuel and outdoor activities thanks to its low taxation; hotels and restaurants have competitive rates.
Virgin glacial valley declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. A paradise for high mountain hiking without paved roads, with shepherd's edges, screes and lakes.
The two giants of Pyrenean skiing with more than 300 km of slopes in winter, converted in summer into world-class downhill bike parks and adventure activity centers.
An impressive cantilevered walkway with a glass floor suspended 500 meters above the Canillo Valley, combined with one of the longest Tibetan pedestrian bridges in the world (603 m).
Considered the most beautiful and traditional parish in Andorra, with flowery cobblestone streets, the Postal Museum and the stately noble mansion of the Areny-Plandolit family (17th century).
Outdoor adventure park in the La Rabassa forest, home of the 'Tobotronc', the longest alpine slide on rails in the middle of nature in the world (5.3 km long).
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Very advantageous prices on shopping, fuel and outdoor activities thanks to its low taxation; hotels and restaurants have competitive rates.
Tasty and hearty mountain gastronomy, based on traditional Andorran and Catalan cuisine served in historic rustic 'bordes'.
Efficient national bus network ('Clipol') that connects all the parishes and ski slopes with the National Bus Station.
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View full guideClimb the Rec del Solà trail an hour before sunset to watch the golden light illuminate the valley and the slate roofs of the capital with the relaxing sound of the water canal at your feet.
In Plaza de Santa Anna (a 10-minute walk from Meritxell), visit the Metge public thermal spring where natural sulfur thermal water flows at more than 70°C.
Although Spanish and French are in widespread daily use, greeting with a 'Bon dia' (good morning) or saying 'Gràcies' in Catalan is a sign of courtesy highly appreciated by locals.
Shops and department stores open uninterruptedly from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (until 9:00 p.m. on Saturdays and in high season), closing only four holidays a year (January 1, March 14 -Constitution Day-, September 8 -Our Lady of Meritxell- and December 25).
The European Health Card (EHIC) is not directly valid in Andorra without previously processing the Social Security form (flyer E/AND-11 for Spaniards) or taking out private travel insurance.
The tap water comes directly from melting snow and high mountain springs; It is 100% drinkable, fresh and of very high purity.
The main unforeseen problem for travelers in Andorra is data roaming: European and Spanish operators apply very expensive rates per megabyte outside the EU if you do not turn off data roaming.
When leaving Andorra for Spain or France, the Civil Guard and French customs services inspect vehicles; There are strict tax-free limits per person (tobacco: 300 cigarettes; alcohol over 22º: 1.5 liters; general purchases: maximum €900 per adult).
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