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Andorra makes for a Magical Christmas escape with its valley panoramas and tiny cobbled old quarter
Andorra makes for a Magical Christmas escape with its valley panoramas and tiny cobbled old quarter transformed into a Winter wonderland with markets, lights, parades and gastronomic delights.
- Stay steps from the shopping street and markets at the Hotel Metropolis, rated “Wonderful” by guests, with spacious modern rooms and highly-rated breakfasts.
Andorra la Vella Christmas Village
- Andorra’s Christmas markets open in the capital, Andorra la Vella, in late November with a skating rink, a spectacular street parade and a fireworks display.
- Located in Plaça del Poble, the Christmas Market is open on Thursday and Friday evenings and all day on weekends and public holidays.
- The market sells a wide range of artisan gifts from local producers, delicious gourmet food treats, and handmade decorations.
Neret After Shopping
- Plaça del Poble hosts’ Neret after Shopping’, the chill-out food and drink area where you can grab a bite from the country’s restaurants and chefs while enjoying live music.
- In Andorra, winter sales start in December. Find the perfect gift without breaking the bank. Andorra has almost tax-free prices year-round, but these already attractive prices are reduced even further during the Christmas season.
- Stay just steps from the market at the Yomo Centric rated “Excellent” by guests featuring stylish designer rooms, onsite parking, modern gym and relaxing spa.
Travelling Show Parades
- Spectacular travelling shows make their way along Avinguda Meritxell, the capital’s commercial area and central sector of The Shopping Mile.
- The parades include giant marionettes and puppets, fantastical light creatures, bands and performances.
- Each show features different groups and begins at 6.30 pm and ends at Princep Benlloch Square.
Schedule of Shows
- Typically shows begin during the last weekend in November and then during each weekend in the lead up to Christmas eve.
- Awaiting dates for the 2023 shows.
Getting to Andorra
- The easiest way to get to Andorra is by plane, and the closest airport is in Barcelona.
- From BCN to Andorra, the best transfer options are to go by bus or drive. The Journey time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.
- Bus options go from both terminals and leave several times daily for Andorra la Vella.
- You can also fly from Madrid to Andorra–La Seu d’Urgell, a 30-minute drive from the capital.
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Highlights from the Christmas celebrations in Andorra