Andorra Christmas Markets 2023

Andorra Christmas Markets 2023

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.

Recommended Hotels in Andorra

The following Andorra hotels are all close to the city’s top attractions, shopping & restaurant

Grand Plaza Hotel,  Hotel Starc,    Yomo Centric,  Exe Princep