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Andorra is a country or territory in Southern Europe. Its capital is Andorra la Vella.
Andorra is located in Southern Europe, and its capital is Andorra la Vella. It has a population of approximately 81,938 and covers an area of about 470 km². Its official currency is the Euro (EUR).
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Nestled high in the Pyrenees between France and Spain, Andorra is a petite yet dazzling principality famed for its breathtaking mountain scenery, winter sports, and a unique blend of cultural influences that make it a captivating destination for travelers and scholars alike.
Andorra spans just 468 square kilometers of rugged alpine terrain, dominated by peaks that rise above 2,500 meters, including the iconic Coma Pedrosa, its highest point. Deep valleys are threaded by swift rivers like the Valira, and the country’s extensive network of ski resorts and hiking trails showcases its dramatic cliffs, glacial lakes, and pine‑clad slopes.
Andorran culture is a harmonious mix of Catalan traditions and mountain‑folk customs, expressed through lively festivals such as the summer Festa del Sant Joan and the winter Carnaval. The cuisine celebrates hearty mountain fare—think escudella, trinxat, and locally produced cheeses—while the official language, Catalan, colors everyday life, from government to folk music and dance.
In 843 AD, Charlemagne is said to have granted the Andorran people a charter of self‑government in exchange for their help defending the Pyrenees, laying the foundation for centuries of autonomous rule that persisted until the 1993 constitution formally recognized Andorra as parliamentary democracy while preserving its historic co‑princes: the President of France and the Bishop of Urgell.
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Capital
Andorra la Vella
Population
81,938 (174 /km²)
Surface Area
470 km²
GDP
$4.04 billion (2024)
GDP per Capita
$49,304 (2024)
Region / Subregion
Native Name
Andorra
Nationality
Andorran
Currency
Euro (EUR - €)Phone Code
+376
Top-Level Domain
.ad
ISO Codes
AD / AND
Coordinates
42.5, 1.5
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Population, area and economic figures use the latest available values from World Bank Open Data; reporting years can vary by country. See sources and methodology for indicator definitions, mapping attribution, and editorial limitations.
The capital of Andorra is Andorra la Vella.
Andorra has a recorded population of approximately 81,938 people.
Andorra covers an area of about 470 km².
Andorra has a population density of roughly 174 /km² (people per square kilometre).
Andorra has a gross domestic product (GDP) of approximately $4.04 billion as of 2024.
Andorra has a GDP per capita of approximately $49,304.
Andorra uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.
Andorra is located in Southern Europe, Europe.
People from Andorra are referred to as Andorran.
The international dialing code for Andorra is +376.
The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Andorra is .ad.
Andorra uses the Europe/Andorra time zone.
Nestled high in the Pyrenees between France and Spain, Andorra is a petite yet dazzling principality famed for its breathtaking mountain scenery, winter sports, and a unique blend of cultural influences that make it a captivating destination for travelers and scholars alike.