Andorra is a tiny landlocked principality in the eastern Pyrenees between France and Spain, famous for ski resorts, duty-free shopping and a uniquely shared headship of state.
Geography & landscape
Andorra sits in Southern Europe, in the northern hemisphere of Europe. With an area of approximately 468 km², it is a compact territory, set in the northern hemisphere and exposed to the temperate climate band typical of its latitude. Its capital, Andorra la Vella, lies near coordinates 42.5°, 1.5°.
The country shares the cultural and geographic context of Europe, with neighbouring states and trade routes shaped by its position in the wider Southern Europe region. Topography, watersheds and coastline (where present) define the practical realities of agriculture, settlement and transport across Andorra.
People & society
The population of Andorra is around 79K. Communities, dialects and customs vary by region, and the country’s sense of identity is shaped by its history, its borders and the everyday rhythms of its towns and cities.
The official language is Catalan, used in government, education and most public life. Regional dialects, minority languages and immigrant communities add further linguistic texture.
Government & politics
Andorra is structured as a parliamentary co-principality. Political authority is exercised through institutions based primarily in Andorra la Vella, with the head of state and head of government performing constitutional roles defined by the country’s legal framework. Domestic policy, foreign relations and the administration of public services all flow from this constitutional core.
Economy & currency
The official currency of Andorra is the Euro (EUR). Monetary policy, banking, taxation and trade are managed nationally, often in coordination with regional and international institutions. Major economic activity tends to cluster around Andorra la Vella and other principal urban centres, with secondary economies built on the country’s natural resources, manufacturing capacity and service industries.
Culture & everyday life
The cultural footprint of Andorra shows up in cuisine, music, sport, religious life, festivals and design. National holidays mark the country’s historical pivots; family meals, café culture and street life follow patterns rooted in geography and tradition. International audiences usually meet Andorra through its sport, its music, its food, or the global diaspora that carries those things abroad.
Travel essentials
The capital, Andorra la Vella, is the natural starting point for first-time visitors. International dialling uses the country code +376, and clocks are set to the CET (UTC+1) time zone. ISO standards identify Andorra as AD (alpha-2) and AND (alpha-3) — useful when booking flights, decoding number plates, or matching customs paperwork. The flag, 🇦🇩, appears at every border post and on every passport.
By the numbers
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| Metric | Value | Unit / Note |
|---|---|---|
| Capital city | Andorra la Vella | — |
| Continent | Europe | — |
| Sub-region | Southern Europe | — |
| Population | 79K | people |
| Area | 468 | km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) | — |
| Calling code | +376 | international dialling |
| Time zone | CET (UTC+1) | standard time |
| Government type | Parliamentary co-principality | — |
| ISO 3166 alpha-2 | AD | 2-letter code |
| ISO 3166 alpha-3 | AND | 3-letter code |
| Latitude | 42.5 | degrees |
| Longitude | 1.5 | degrees |
Did you know?
Andorra is the only country in the world with two co-princes — the President of France and the Bishop of Urgell in Spain.
