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THE SORTENY VALLEY NATURAL PARK

THE COMMUNAL NATURAL PARK OF THE VALLEYS OF THE COMAPEDROSA

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How to get thereBarcelona - el Prat airPortwww.aena.es200 km Daily connection by bus: NOVATEL www.andorrabybus.com Tel. +376 803 789DiRECT Bus www.autocarsnadal.com Tel. +376 805 151 Girona - costa Brava airPortwww.aena.es260 kmDaily connection by bus:NOVATEL www.andorrabybus.com Tel. +376 803 789 reus airPort www.aena.es195 kmDaily connection by bus:ViATGEs MONTMANTELL www.andorramiami.com Tel. +376 807 444 lleida - alGuaire airPortwww.aeroportlleida.cat150 kmDaily connection by bus:COOPERATiVA iNTERuRBANA www.interurbana.com Tel. +376 806 555 toulouse - BlaGnac airPortwww.toulouse.aeroport.fr170 kmDaily connection by bus:NOVATEL www.andorrabybus.com Tel. +376 803 789

ORDINO - LA MASSANA

A LEGACY YET TO BE DISCOVERED 2

Traditions 4The villages 6The churches 10

COME TO YOUR SENSES 12

The iron route 14Museums 16The verdaguer route 20

BOREDOM PROHIBITED 22

Golf 24Fishing 25Trekking 26Mountain challenges 28Naturals parks 30Horse-riding routes 34Adventure 36VALLNORD 40

GUARANTEED fUN 46

Cultural sports and musical events 48

A LAND Of SENSATIONS 54

Gastronomy 56Shopping 58Wellness 59In the evening 60Pubs and Discos 61

USEfUL INfORMATION 62

Accommodation 64Restaurants 68Important telephone numbers 72

Index

A legacy yet to be discovered

The charming villages of Ordino and la Massana, have a unique

Romanesque legacy and medieval feel. As you walk their streets

and experience their history fi rst hand, you will feel as if you

have stepped back in time to the Andorra of centuries past.

A legacy yet to be discovered

A land of traditionsTHE ORIGINS OF ORDINO AND LA MASSANA The Valls del Nord are formed from the parishes of Ordino and la Massana. They are the third and fourth parishes in the official order. The first historical references to both parishes are found in the Act of Consecration of the Urgell Cathedral in the 9th century, under the denominations of Hordinavi and Maciana respectively. Over the centuries the main economic activity was farming, both agricultural and cattle-based, although from the 16th century the iron forge industry began to rise in prominence. Later on, in the 18th and 19th centuries, Andorra stood out more for mass extraction of iron and creation of ingots, leaving behind its tradition in the forge.

Culturally, the region represents one of the key areas in the history of the Pyrenees. Antoni Fiter i Rossell was born there, author of Manual Digest, in 1748. In this work he collated all the habits and customs which were considered law for centuries. There is also a book by another inhabitant of Ordino, Guillem d’Areny-Plandolit. This work, La Nova Reforma (The New Reforms), details the reforms which provoked significant changes in Andorran institutions.

Historically la Massana had a large choir, the members of which had learned to read music from an old book of Gregorian songs. They performed during midnight mass.

In the 1950 the country opened itself up to tourism, establishing a new identity by which the principality is known today. The Ordino-Arcalís ski resort was opened in 1983, and became one of the reference points for mountain tourism and a landmark of the valleys. The skiable region of Vallnord, with the areas of Pal, Arinsal and Arcalís, is now the economic centre of the area.

POPULAR CELEBRATIONS Cavalcada de Reis - 5th January. Ordino and la MassanaEscudella Sant Antoni - 17th January. La MassanaCarnestoltes - February. Ordino and la MassanaRevetlla Sant Joan - 23th June. Ordino and la MassanaSant Pere - 29th June. Ordino Castanyada - 3st October. Ordino and la MassanaFesta de Sant Iscle i Santa Victòria - 17th November. La MassanaSant Andreu d’Arinsal - 30th November. Arinsal

ANNUAL TOWN CELEBRATIONSFesta Major de Sispony, 24th JuneFesta Major de Pal, last Saturday of JuneFesta Major del Serrat, 29th JuneRoser d’Ordino, first weekend of JulyFesta Major d’Anyós, 10th JulyRoser de la Massana, second Sunday of JulyFesta Major d’Erts, third Sunday of JulyFesta Major de Llorts, first weekend of AugustFesta Major de l’Aldosa, second Sunday of AugustFesta Major de la Massana, L’Assumpció15th August and Sant Roc 16th AugustFesta Major de Sornàs, 16th AugustFesta Major d’Arinsal, penultimate weekend of AugustFesta Major de La Cortinada i Arans, first weekend of SeptemberFesta Major d’Ordino, 16th of SeptemberFesta Major d’Ansalonga, 29th of September

NATIONAL DAYSConstitution Day, 14th MarchNostra Senyora de Meritxell Day, 8th September

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Bruna Cow

La MassanaTradition and modernity

With a modern tourist and cultural complex which contrasts with more traditional constructions. The people of la Massana are dynamic and innovative

and this is refl ected in the variety of offers for leisure. If you are staying at la Massana, you only need to

take the cable car to get to Vallnord (Pal sector).

AnyósPretty and majestic

There is an impressive view of the church of Sant Cristòfol, perched on a hill. This is the visiting card

of a traditional country hamlet, quiet and with an elegance which makes it very special.

L’AldosaA picturesque and sunny spot

A place for chromatic contrast par excellence. If you are a lover of landscapes, you will fi nd the

most varied impressions here while you go by on foot or on horseback.

The villages, romanesque charm

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ArinsalNature just a step away In winter, you are at the foot of the slopes for access to Vallnord – directly from the village to the ski station by cable car – and when the snow melts the hikers come into their own in trips to Comapedrosa Natural Park. You have to sample the night life of this village which is the most active in the country.

Pal The Romanesque jewel of AndorraA historic group of buildings which preserves all its charm. A walk through the cobbled streets surrounded by cottages is a must, with the church of Sant Climent at the top. Don’t miss a visit to the Romanesque Interpretation Centre. And just a little further on above the village is the Pal sector of Vallnord.

ErtsVillage of crossroadsFrom Erts you can go to Pal and to Arinsal. Like all places which are road junctions, hospitality and warmth are characteristics of its traditional cottages, some converted into restaurants. If you are keen on via ferrata, there is a great example here.

SisponyLovable village A balcony gives unsurpassable views over the whole valley. With scarcely a thousand inhabitants, this is one of the more important centres in the parish of la Massana, and a reference point for traditions in the country, with the Casa Rull Museum, which keeps alive the fl ame of the past.

OrdinoA village with charm, it is pleasant

to stroll along the Carrer MajorThe charm is based on the careful combination of growth and modernisation with a respect for

the past in livestock farming and agriculture, and on having preserved an important cultural

heritage. There is a good selection of hotels and restaurants typical of the mountain.

El SerratClosest to skiing, trekking and the observation

of nature in its most pure stateWith less than fifty residents, the hamlet is just

before you get to the Sorteny Valley Natural Park, in the area of Vallnord-Arcalís and the Tristaina

lakes, where all kinds of activities and sports go on throughout the year.

SornàsTranquillity is the natural condition here

This is the typical mountain hamlet where time stands still and holds the visitor. From here one

can see the tobacco fields surrounding the village.

Ansalonga Shelter at an altitude of 1,331 m

A little village on the left bank of the river in Ordino, with a good variety of tourist services, including hotels, aparthotels and a campsite.

There is a remarkable little chapel with a belfry and an altarpiece dedicated to Sant Miquel.

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La CortinadaOne of the villages with the most cultural heritage It is grand to see one of the most beautiful Romanesque churches of the valleys, Sant Martí de La Cortinada, with its mural paintings. A visit to the Cal Pal mill and sawmill is a must, and also the Nature Centre just beside the Pitch & Putt course.

LlortsGateway to a marvellous valley full of life and colourFrom the middle of the village you can go into the Angonella valley, with its spectacular mountain landscape, full of lakes. A visit to the well-known Iron Route, with its mine and the sculptures in the open air, is very interesting.

AransPicturesque village in the middle of the valley. An ideal place to see the fi elds of tobacco, pota-toes, fodder crops for cattle and market gardens. Also, depending on the season, one can see livestock farming with cows, horses and sheep.

SegudetA real adventure paradiseThis is a little village very close to Ordino, an ideal setting for open-air activities such as trekking, canyoning, via ferrata and Tyrolean traverse in the Bosc de Segudet Park.

The churches

Sant Corneli and Sant CebriàOrdinoConstructed between the 15th and 16th centuries, it boasts in its interior a carved wooden polychrome from the 11th-12th century, at 44 centi-metres it is thought to be one of the smallest carved virgins known.

Santa BàrbaraOrdino It was built after the 17th century and restored in 1999. It is dedicated to Santa Bàrbara, the patron saint of mines and the forge workers.

Casa RossellOrdinoThe chapel and dovecot have been declared monuments of the cultural heritage of Andorra. The chapel is of baroque origin, dating from 1780, built on a rectangular plan, with wooden choir stalls and a wall belfry.

Sant RocSornàsThis building, erected in 1730, is rec-tangular with a quadrangular sanctuary. The bell tower has a semicircular arch.

Sant MartíLa CortinadaIt is one of the key Romanesque constructions of the country, with its Romanesque Lombardian ar-chitecture from the 12th century. It has managed to conserve furnish-ings and four baroque altarpieces.

Sant MiquelAnsalongaIt is a rectangular building from the 18th century with a semi circular bell tower and a baroque altar-piece dedicated to Sant Miquel

Sant SerniLlortsIt is a medieval church from the 17th century that boasts two bell towers, one above the frontal façade with two openings and the other above the Main “triumphal” arch.

Sant PereEl SerratSmall buildings, outside of which is a small altarpiece from the 16th century dedicated to Sant Pere.

Sant ClimentPal11th and 12th centuries, preserv-ing the major part of the original Romanesque structure and with a slim belfry in the Lombard style with three levels of paired win-dows, the last of these with dou-ble windows, unique in Andorra.

Sant CristòfolAnyósOn a 12th century Romanesque base, this church was extended in the 16th century with the addition of a belfry on a square plan. Inside there are paintings from the 13th and 14th centuries and a 16th century altarpiece.

Sant Martí de La Cortinada

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Sant AndreuArinsalA simple 17th century build-ing, with several later altera-tions and completely restored between 1963 and 1964 to a project by the Catalan archi-tect Cèsar Martinell.

Sant Andreu del Prat del CampanarArinsalPrivately owned, this is a reconstruction of the primi-tive Romanesque church which was destroyed by two avalanches, in the 13th and 17th centuries.

Sant Iscle and Santa VictòriaLa MassanaDeclared a building of cul-tural interest. Inside are a baptismal font, probably Ro-manesque, several baroque altarpieces, two wooden reli-quary boxes and a medieval candelabrum.

Sant RomàErtsThis church has a belfry with two openings above the en-trance and a porch. Inside there is a baroque altarpiece taken from an earlier church

with paintings which portray the martyrdom of Sant Romà.

Sant JoanSispony Built in the 17th century, very possibly over the foundations of an old Romanesque con-struction, mentioned in docu-ments from the 13th century.

Sant ErmengolL’Aldosa18th and 19th centuries. On a rectangular plan with a belfry. Inside are a baroque altarpiece and paintings on canvas from the 19th cen-

tury attributed to the painter Oromí, from La Seu d’Urgell.

Sant Antoni de la GrellaLa MassanaA chapel of Romanesque origin, built into the rock, at the side of the gorge of La Grella. It is dedicated to Sant Antoni Abat, the patron saint of the carters, who would pray to him before passing through this steep and diffi cult pass.

Sant Climent de Pal

Come to your senses

Don’t be afraid to lose yourself in the trails that cover the

valleys. It is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in nature

and to bring out the best in yourself. It is now within your

reach to investigate the remnants of the iron trade, or discover

stunning natural parks. Contemplate, listen, smell, feel, taste…

and breathe the air of freedom.

Come to your senses

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Source of Energy THE IRON ROUTETakes you on a voyage back in time to the iron and steel industry of Andorra, the main economic activity between the 17th and 19th centuries. The mines, the coal bunkers and the forges where the iron was treated, are an integral part of the Andorran landscape. The souls of those miners who survived, are true to their heritage and keep the spirit of the mines alive through the different elements that make up the Iron Route.

THE IRON ROUTE Through the Iron Route, you revives its mining past and invites its visitors to discover all the elements linked to the processes of mining, transforming and marketing iron from the beginning of the 17th to the end of the 19th century.

1 THE ROSSELL FORGE It is one of the most important iron treatment works in the history of Andorra, now illustrates the entire manufacturing process from iron ore to ingots and how it was marketed, as well as the evolution of the techniques involved.

2 THE LLORTS MINE 3 THE CARRIER’S wAY4 THE IRON ROUTE SCULPTURES

Put yourself in the shoes of the miners and enter into The Llorts Mine, an iron mine which delves, following the path of the Iron Men. There you will discover an open-air exhibition of contemporary sculptures, opened at the launch of.

5 SANT MARTÍThe route follows the royal path of Ordino to the village of La Cortinada, and leads you to the church of Sant Martí, the bars of the main altar and the small chapels along the edges of the church are perfect examples of the ability and deftness of the Andorran forge and the ironwork it produced. The front door includes other iron elements which demonstrate the capacity of the forge to create consistent pieces of aesthetically pleasing ironwork.

6 MUSEUM CASA DE ARENY-PLANDOLITThe balcony of the main façade of the building is made entirely of iron, and originates from their own forge where they wrought and imprinted it with their coat of arms and the year of construction: 1849.

The Llorts Mine The carrier’s way

The Iron Route sculptures

Museum Casa de Areny-Plandolit

LA CORTINADASant Martí de

la Cortinada

ORDINO

LA MASSANAThe Rossell Forge

LLORTS

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The Areny-Plandolit house museum. OrdinoThe noble Andorran House

We invite you to travel back in time and visit the summer home of several generations of one

noble Andorran family- the Areny-Plandolits. Stroll through the house’s rooms, which display objects both of everyday mountain life, and those luxuries

and whims which were imported from the big cities.

Information: Tel. +376 836 908 www.museus.ad

Andorran romanesque. PalAndorran romanesque interpretation centre

This space displays all kinds of artistic interpretations, from the various different parts of

a church to the portrayals in paintings and how they are done, as well as other examples of art.

Entry free. Open from May to October.Information: Tel. +376 839 555

www.museus.ad

Museums

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Rull house museum. SisponyIt is a piece of living history of a countryTo be able to admire the living conditions of a well-to-do Andorran family from centuries ago is a real privilege. The preservation and restoration of the Casa Rull allows us to travel back in time and appreciate the importance of Andorran houses in a mountain society.

Information: Tel. +376 836 919www.museus.ad

Farga Rossell. La MassanaIron interpretation centre The iron industry was the main economic activity in these valleys for a long time. The Farga Rossell recalling a trade which was a way of life for many Andorran families in centuries gone by and it has rediscovered the old trades related with iron in order to be able to demonstrate them to the visitors.

Information: Tel. +376 835 857www.fargarossell.ad

Nature Centre. La Cortinada Showing a permanent exhibition entitled “2,104 metres of landscape”, which illustrates the formation of the Pyrenees and the climatic phenomena which have shaped the Andorran landscape. The space offers the visitor a series of thematic displays in which to discover the fl ora and fauna of the country.

Entry free.Information: Tel. +376 849 [email protected]

Postal museum. OrdinoThe collection of Andorran stamps from 1928.

A museum where the historical evolution of the Andorran post office is explained to visitors; an

evolution which is full of peculiarities such as communications systems from ancient times up

to the present day.

Information: Tel. +376 836 908 www.museus.ad

Sawmill and grain mill of Cal Pal. La Cortinada

The wood historical interpretation centreDating to the 16th and the 17th century, they were restored and re-launched on the 1996. During the

visit to the Sawmill, there is a demonstration of the workshop and all the elements that make up

the hydraulic saw and spool and a demonstration of the transformation of grain to flour.

Information: Tel. +376 878 173www.ordino.ad

The Comic Museum. La MassanaLa Massana among comics

Lovers of comics have a meeting point in la Massana. Located in the Plaça de les Fontetes,

the museum regularly puts on exhibitions of works by artists renowned worldwide: Antonio Bernal, Alfonso Font, Philippe Xavier, Ana Miralles, etc...

Entry free Information: Tel. +376 835 693

www.arca.ad

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Iconographic museum of Sant Jordi and Christianity. Ordino A private collection of orthodox religious icons from Ukraine, Russia, Greece and Bulgaria, from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.

Information: Tel. +376 838 338

Microminiature museum. Ordino A permanent exhibition of the private collection of microminiatures of Nicolai Siadristy.

Information: Tel. +376 838 338

THE VERDAGUER ROUTE It is said that some landscapes are inspiring. But there are others, such as the Valls del Nord, that truly are, and deserve to be considered a “source of inspiration” for some of the greatest works of poetic art. The mountains of Ordino inspired the poet Mossèn Cinto Verdaguer to write one of the most notable pieces of Catalan literature, Canigó.

Verdaguer, one of the key authors of the Catalan renaissance, was capturing the aroma of areas of the mountains that had their own distinct personality. He gorged himself on them, their history and their cultural richness to create the verses that immortalised the poetic beauty of the valleys.

The Verdaguer route endeavours to evoke the sensations that Verdaguer himself experienced, from the night of the 25th of august 1883, when his guide left him at the door of Creussans.

The visitors that want to follow in the footsteps of the cleric can cover the trail in their own vehicle or through other methods of transport. You can travel up in the Arcalís-Creussans cable car and descend on foot and cover the royal path from Castellar to Ordino.

The Creussans cable car and La Coma restaurant and terrace are open all summer.

In the footsteps of a poet

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Boredom prohibited

There is an infi nite list of things to do throughout the year. The

most challenging activities, such as canyoning, climbing and

bungee jumping are combined with other activities appropriate

for the whole family, such as trekking, mountain biking or golf;

amongst others. But in winter, the snow is the main attraction.

The snowy silence will captivate you…

Boredom prohibited

Thanks to the renowned Pitch & Putt El Torrent in Xixerella, and the Par 3 Vall d’Ordino Golf in La Cortinada, the Valls del Nord is one of the most important golf destinations in Andorra and has been recognised as a first-rate location for golf and Pitch and Putt in the Pyrenees.

GOLf PAR 3 VALL D’ORDINO Ctra. Gral. 3, la Cortinada AD300 Ordino Tel. / F. +376 850 400 [email protected] www.ordinogolclubf.com

PITCH & PUTT EL TORRENT Ctra. de Pal (CG-4) - Xixerella - La Massana AD400 La Massana Tel. +376 738 613 [email protected]

Swing in the heart of the Pyrenees

El Torrent Golf Par 3

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Rich Waters The aquatic richness of the Valls del Nord, with its numerous lakes and rivers provide an incredible range of opportunities for fi shing enthusiasts.

FISHING From spring to autumn, fi shing licenses can be bought in the tourism offi ces of each parish to allow fi shing in the fertile Andorran lakes and rivers. The vast numbers of fi sh that swim through the waters of the Andorran rivers convert these places into a paradise for fi shing enthusiasts.

You can fi nd more information at: www.facip.com

DISCOVER OUR LAkES Of COLD AND CRYSTALLINE WATER Tristaina LakeCreussans LakeL’Esbalçat LakeEstanyó LakeAngonella LakeLes Truites LakeNegre LakePort Dret LakeMontmantell LakeForcats Lake

Tristaina Lake

TREkkINGWalking in the mountains is the simplest, healthiest and most amusing way to spend a day with family or friends. The Valls del Nord offer you a network of paths and routes through the woods, valleys and mountain ranges, routes that were used by shepherds in the old days. You may find the trace of an avalanche, animal tracks or plants that only grow in the high mountain. Wear good boots and you will enjoy a fine time in our mountains.

THE REfUGE HUTSRefuge hut of BesalíRefuge hut of RialpRefuge hut of SortenyRefuge hut of l’AngonellaRefuge hut of Coma ObagaRefuge hut of ComapedrosaRefuge hut of les FontsRefuge hut of Pla de l’EstanyNatur Refugi Cortals de Sispony You can find more complete information about the mountain refuges and recommended routes at the Tourist Offices in Ordino and la Massana. Ask for the trekking paths and mountain guides.

Nomads of the mountains

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Desman TrophyVallnord Mountain Park. Pal. June

The Desman Trophy is an annual meeting where the purpose is to promote human relationships

and develop the team spirit among the companies and associations taking part. The Pal-Vallnord resort will be hosting the BTT section for

the third consecutive year, and also be the setting for the closing ceremony.

www.vallnord.com

Andorra Ultra Trail VALLNORD 15-16 and 17 July

Lovers of mountain races have a date for the Andorra Ultra Trail VALLNORD, this year with The Ronda dels Cims is 170 km, the Ultra mítica is for

112 km, the Ultra iniciació is 103 km, the Trail is 35 km and the Solidaritrail is de 10km.

www.andorraultratrail.com

Mountain challenges

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Summer Crossing Ordino - la Massana. AugustThe Ordino to la Massana crossing is characterised by involving athletics and high mountains at three different levels.

www.ordino.adwww.lamassana.ad

Duathlon Ordino. End of September This multisports competition combines a cycle race from Ordino to Coll d’Ordino with a foot race to the Peak of Casamanya.

www.ceo.ad

THE COMMUNAL NATURAL PARk OF THE VALLEYS OF THE COMAPEDROSA ARINSALwww.comapedrosa.ad The great attraction of this park in la Massana is the high mountain landscape with its six glacier lakes, in an area of over 1,500 hectares. This is the highest part of the country. The eyes of all visitors are drawn irresistibly to the highest peak in the Principality, the peak of alt de Comapedrosa (2,942 metres), which dominates the valleys and is the centrepiece of a truly exceptional panoramic view.

The features of the park, with its many peaks of over 2,700 metres, make it an exceptional area for excursions. There is a guide for more experienced mountaineers, showing all the routes up to the various peaks, the plateau of Estany and Les Fonts. But the summer also brings the opportunity to enjoy guided visits, to know more about the fl ora, the fauna,

Long live freedom

Capercaillie Linària alpina

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the geology and the geomorphology of this natural park. There is a broad offer if eco-tourist activities with proposals suited to various levels of diffi culty. For example, a walk to the river Pollós is a short excursion and fairly easy, ideal for a family outing. In contrast, you need to be in good form to attempt the ascent of alt de Comapedrosa, as this is a day-long outing and climbs up by high mountain paths. The extensive network of paths and circuits around the park has been designed and laid out so that everyone has a chance to be in direct contact with nature. One circuit has been arranged with interpretations, so that everyone can go at their own speed, and during the

excursion there are various information boards explaining the characteristics and special features of the park in a manner that is easy to understand.

Comapedrosa Park has three mountain refuge huts for people who go trekking. The huts at Les Fonts and the Estany plateau are open all year round and are free. The Comapedrosa hut is manned and offers a meals service, it is open from the beginning of June to the end of September. Reservations can be made by telephone. For the rest of the year one part of this mountain hut remains open.

Reservation: La Massana Tourist Offi ceTel.+376 835 693www.lamassana.ad

Les Granotes’ pool

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THE SORTENY VALLEY NATURAL PARkORDINOwww.sorteny.adThis natural park situated in the parish of Ordino, contains in its area of more than a thousand hectares a very important biological diversity and contributes to the preservation and biodiversity of the Pyrenees. It is of unique interest from a scientific, historical and educational point of view, and has a strong aesthetic attraction thanks to the extraordinary beauty of its panoramic views and the contrasts of colours which explode at certain times of the year. From routes that are suitable for the whole family, to the most challenging, designed for those that want to really lose themselves in the secrets of the park.

There are four routes to choose from: “Birds, butterfl ies and damp areas”; “Alpine and subalpine fauna and fl ora and the Estanyó lake”; “Glacial cirques (valleys) and ancient forests”; and “Alpine fl ora and fauna”. All the excursions include a visit to the botanic garden, where you can enjoy an impressive selection of alpine and subalpine flora and fauna. There is also the possibility of covering the interpretive trails explained through a printed guide: Path of El Grau de la Llosa, The Esquirol route and the Marta route.

The winter season is ideal for snowshoe excursions and mountain skiing.

Reservation: Ordino Tourist OfficeTel. +376 878 173www.ordino.ad

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Horse-riding routes The Valls del Nord are full of bridle paths ideal for horse-riding, open paths which from to time dive in among the woods of poplars, oaks and pines, etc., and the numerous rivulets which flow into the Valira del Nord or spill down the slopes of the mountains. Discover these paths full of life: in spring and summer the fields are full of beautiful scented flowers, while in the autumn the woods offer a broad range of yellows, reds and ochre tones, and in winter all is transformed under the snow.

All year round, the rides start out from the riding club in the village of Aldosa, in la Massana. Apart from these excursions there are also a cross-country circuit, jumping and dressage classes and, for the youngest, a “first time pony”.

NOVELTY: THE NATURAL PARk Of COMAPEDROSA ON HORSEBACkWe cannot describe to you the sensations you will enjoy riding around the natural park of Comapedrosa on horseback - you have to discover these for yourself! During the summer, we offer weekly guided routes, open to all levels and ages. The routes pass through rocky areas, woods of pines and firs, rivulets of crystalline waters, paths full of narcissi and lizards.... and all this on horseback, a magic route for a fascinating outing.

LA MASSANA TOuriST OFFice Tel. +376 835 693www.lamassana.ad

cLuB HÍPic L’ALDOSA (LA MASSANA) Tel. +376 837 329www.hipica-aldosa.com

Excursion to Comapedrosa Natural Park

Vies ferrades Walls for all levels. The via ferrata or iron ways

are routes especially designed to enable visitors to enjoy climbing safely and under professional

supervision. The different levels of difficulty presented by the vies ferratas at Ordino and

Erts ensure that everyone can take part in this fantastic sport in complete safety. Free acces.

ClimbingRoc de la Coma, Erts

Here in the climbing sector there are a total of 14 routes, of low and moderate degrees of difficulty.

Sant Antoni de la Grella, la Massana.A climbing sector with 18 routes, with degrees

of difficulty ranging from 5 and up to 7. You can find it just to one side of the Sant Antoni tunnels,

before you get to la Massana.

Rocòdrom, OrdinoAn artificial climbing wall 10 metres high, for

climbing practice. Close to the Ordino Sports Centre. Open all year round, entry is free.

Mountain guides and material rent:Ordino Tourist Office: Tel. +376 878 173 - www.ordino.ad

La Massana Tourist Office: Tel. +376 835 693 - www.lamassana.adExpèriencia en Muntanya: Tel. +376 847 888 - www.experienciamuntanya.com

Xtremgo: www.xtremgo.comOriginal Destination Promoters & ConsultingTel. +376 838 515 - www.originalandorra.com

Oxigen 2 Andorra: Tel. +376 738 363 - www.hotansa.com

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CanyoningOrdino Can you imagine leaping down 25 metres? Diving into unbelievable clear water? Visitors to Ordino will fi nd 4 canyonings for thrilling to this daring sport. You can fi nd the canyoning guide in www.ordino.ad.

Bosc de SegudetOrdinoHere is not only another great via ferrata, but also many other open-air sports activities, such as the vertical adventure circuit, with its zip line, hanging bridges, lianas, spider’s webs and other types of bridge, such as knot bridges.

Nordic walkingLa Massana and OrdinoSomething as simple as using sticks for the activity of walking can substantially improve our physical and mental condition.

ORIGINAL Destination Promoters & ConsultingTel. +376 838 515 www.originalandorra.com

Guided trekking La Massana and OrdinoTaking a stroll accompanied by a mountain guide is a great way to discover and enjoy the natural and cultural heritage of our valleys, getting to know about and understand their origins, the land and the traditions.

Helicopter flightsLa Massana

To see the landscape from the sky is one of the most astonishing experiences you can imagine. We

offer helicopter flights of 10, 15 or 20 minutes so that you can enjoy the mountains, the

lakes, the peaks and valleys, all from a new perspective.

Heliand: Tel. +376 837 929www.heliand.com

Motoring La Massana and Ordino

An experience which will take you to visit and access places and landscapes in a different and

exciting way, with quads or 4x4.

Fun Quads - Oxigen 2 Andorra: Tel. +376 738 363www.hotansa.com

Quads - Hotel Bringué: Tel. +376 736 999www.hotelbringue.ad

Vallnord: Tel. +376 878 000www.vallnord.com

DivingOrdino

A fascinating dive in a natural lake. The lakes of Ordino, with depths of 15 to 90 metres,

stand at altitudes of 2,000 to 2,700 metres and allow visitors to spend a day of memorable

excitement suited to their level of diving skill.

Diving Andorra: Tel. +376 868 053www.divingandorra.com

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BMX circuit Arinsal Every summer the Arinsal circuit is the setting for the Superdissabtes, BMX and 4X competitions, open to riders of all ages. There are also BMX courses for children and for young people and adults.

La Massana Tourist Offi ce: Tel. +376 835 693www.lamassana.ad

Font de la Tosca trials park ArinsalIt is an open and permanent area of entertainment suited to all levels and with all kinds of sections. From May to November it holds competitions, exhibitions and gives courses for riders at various levels.

Federació Motociclista d’Andorra: Tel. +376 890 370www.fma.ad

Cycling Ordino and la MassanaOf the total of 6 passes in this area, some have been the fi nishing part of a stage in world famous cycle races, such as the Vuelta a España and the Tour du France. The Coma d’Arcalís Pass and the Pass in the Pal-Vallnord sector are two of the hardest. The cyclists chose us for the availability of hotels, so that they are able to sleep at altitude, offering special conditions for cyclists with suitable facilities and meals.

COME TO VALLNORD.You’ll never belive what is waiting for you in Les Valls del Nord.

VALLNORD, nerve centre of the Valls del Nord In summer, adventure activities, downhill runs with mountain bike and excursions among the most beautiful and typical places in the Northern Valleys. In winter, 93 km of ski slopes, 44 ski lifts and a great choice of ways to enjoy the finest snow.

VALLNORD, emotion guaranteed, all year round

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VALLNORD MOUNTAIN PARk, paradise for the youngestPALFamilies with children aged 2 to 11 years have good reason to go to the Vallnord Mountain Park in the summer months. The youngest will enjoy the Pekepark, a space with infl atable castles and springy beds where they can jump about, climb and slide on the various attractions quite safely, supervised at all times by a trained monitor. And the older children can develop all kinds of adventure activities, such as archery, Tyrolean traverse and downhill runs with karts, or begin to learn about the world of downhill runs with mountain bike on the lower level circuits.

MOTORING EXCURSIONSPALExploring the natural environment of Vallnord in a motor vehicle is possible with the various itineraries which the station offers for visitors. Accompanied by an expert guide, this unusual excursion can become an unforgettable adventure in a 4 x 4, quad or amphibious vehicle.

The smugglers’ route, the Cardós valley and the Carlist Wars itinerary. A 5-hour excursion which can be combined with a typical mountain lunch or with burning adrenalin on descents in rafting, hydrospeed or kayaking on the river Noguera Pallaresa.

ON HORSEBACk IN VALLNORDPALYou can explore the woods and mountains of the area by enjoying a pleasant horseback ride. The routes are designed for adults and children over 9 years and are accompanied by an expert guide with whom you will discover the most spectacular places in the Valls del Nord.

A different way to get to know the area and be careful of the environment.

wILD SENSATIONS AT THE VALLNORD BIkE PARkPALCross country circuits; a bike trial area for experts and a beginners’ circuit; downhill routes with various technical difficulties, the Woodpark with wallrides, bridges and drops of up to 3 metres, but also with spaces suitable for others not so expert. And there is a spectacular four cross designed by Cédric Gracia, used for the trials of the BTT World Cup in 2008 and 2009.

Every year there are international competitions such as the Maxiavalanche and the Opening Season.

CIRCUITS FOR CHILDRENPALThe green level circuits are ideal for enjoying a day out with the bicycle and learning about this sport, which gains followers every season. In addition, the day can be completed with private classes to ensure that you enjoy this sport even more.

THE BEST PLACE. THE BEST SCHOOL Cédric Gràcia’s mountain bike school at Vallnord is the best option for learning to mountainbike and improving technique. A member of the top ten in the world rider ranking, Cédric Gràcia and his team of monitors provide private classes for both adults and children.

Welcome to the biggest bike park in the Pyrennes

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CIRCUITS FOR EXPERTSThe Four Cross (4x) circuit is a track specially built for the World Cup with a signposted enclosure and offers tremendous excitement while having to get over the ramps.

The Wood Park is a circuit designed so that bikers can learn to control the bicycle. The circuit includes bridges and banking along the route.

There is also the mountain lift at Cubil, which takes the riders up to an altitude of 2,358 metres where they can choose between the more technical circuits in the Bike Park.

SPECIALIST SHOPS Free bike cleaning service. Repair workshops with solutions to any mechanical problems that may arise. Store stocking all the latest accessories and a full range of mountain bike models.

PAL, fun in the snow The sector is designed for families to find everything they want. There are slopes designed for instruction, children’s clubs and snow gardens to entertain the youngest, also a new area for family skiing plus skiing and snow surfing schools for all ages. There are also lots of things for the family to do to enjoy the snow together, such as excursions with snowshoes, sledging trips (pulled by dogs) and snow bike excursions.

Three skiiable sectors with a single pass

ARCALÍS, the pearl of AndorraThe finest slopes in a sector where the only thing which piles up is the best snow. Here you find the first exclusive off-piste area, at Creussans, with its own chair lift. Beginners can go down the longest piste in the Principality of Andorra, specially designed for novices, and those who seek new sensations can try out Diving Vallnord (diving under ice), the para-ski school (skiing and flying with a parachute) and excursions with the GICA (tracked vehicle).

ARINSAL, skiing in comfort Arinsal is the sector where you will find absolutely everything. Not only can you choose from amongst a range of hotels in all styles, at the very foot of the slopes, but you will discover what it is like to ski in comfort. See what it is like to take a cable car or a six-seater chair lift comfortably up from the village to the slopes, with their delightful layout and more than 40,000 square metres devoted to freestyle.You will discover the delicious sensation you get from skiing down from the slopes to the hotel on the remodelled Les Marrades piste, renowned as the piste with the steepest descent in Andorra. And enjoy all this in a unique setting, with a wide range of restaurant facilities, live music, including chill-out, pubs and discos.

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Guaranteed fun

If you have artistic leanings, in the Valls del Nord you will

not lack cultural entertainment. Music, theatre and a large

repertoire of a variety of performances will be the ideal

complement to your stay. Furthermore, in summer, the street

theatre will be the ingredient that fi nally seduces you.

Guaranteed fun

“Cap d’any” Concert Auditori nacional d’Andorra in Ordino.

1th of january Concert of waltz and dances with the symphonic

orchestra del Vallés at 7pm. You can buy the tickets in the Tourist Office in Ordino.

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El Dorado FreerideFWQ of the Freeride World Tour.

25th, 26th, 27th february

One of the most remarkable Freeride trials in the world makes a stop each winter season in the Arcalís sector of VALLNORD, bringing together

the best specialists of the moment.

www.vallnord.com

Mountain and travel film cycle La Massana Library. 16 February and 9 and 23 March Ordino Studios. 9 and 23 February and 16 March

The Cycle is a tribute to mountain ranges from around the world, which are portrayed here. The films are dedicated to ascents of the great world heights, followed by talks in which the directors

and stars of the films shown take part, as well as photographic reporting and films of exotic travels.

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La Massana CòmicSala de la Closeta de la Massana. April

The art of the comic stripEvery spring, lovers of comic strips have a date with la Massana Còmic. Several theme exhibitions have been programmed with talks and supplementary activities.

www.lamassanacomic.ad

Andofl oraPlaça de les Fontetes de la Massana. May

Fusion of aromas and colours The market-fair of plants and fl owers, Andofl ora, it is a clasic event in Anorra. In May, this event attracts professional horticulturalists and gardening enthusiasts.

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MaxiavalancheVallnord Mountain Park. Pal. June

Coinciding with the opening of the season at the VALLNORD Bike Park, every year the resort welcomes the Maxiavalanche. This marathon downhill race, with points counting towards the European Cup in the speciality, celebrates its tenth anniversary this year in Andorra. Remy Absalon, Frank Parolin and Tommy *Misser are among the winners of the Maxiavalanche.

www.vallnord.com

Circus nights La Massana. July

Circus timeThese circus nights are more than a show:

they are a combination of styles, races, ideas, creativity... with the leading companies in the

international panorama.

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Summer nights at the museums Setting museums at la Massana. July

Culture and a show Theatrical shows, musicals and narrative in mini format, fresh, amusing, bold, and in an original

setting, the museums at la Massana. Enjoy them while discovering the cultural heritage of the

parish.

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Little summer afternoons Prat del Colat at la Massana. July

The little ones are kings In the summer it is pleasant to be in the park,

and this is why the children’s shows are there. Theatre, circus, puppets, music, dancing and

some surprises. Come and enjoy these fun ideas in the open air, where the youngest can join in.

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Nits ObertesPlaça Major d’Ordino. July and August

On Wednesday evenings in the summer, the Plaça Major or Main Square of Ordino becomes the scene of the Open Nights. These are a series of outdoor concerts that are open to all the musical genres, forming the ideal accompaniment for a dinner and/or a relaxing drink at any one of the terrace restaurants along the town’s main street.

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Theatred visits La Massana. July and August

Sisquet de Cal SinquedeA different way of discovering la Massana! Sisquet de Cal Sinquede, a countryman of the last century, takes a trip in time to explain to us the customs of the age, with stories and tales of the people who lived in la Massana and Pal.

Information: La Massana Tourist Offi ce: Tel. +376 835 693 www.lamassana.ad

Andorran individual against the clock championship Ordino. July and September

This sports event is a must for cycling enthusiasts. Three trials are held in Ordino during July and September with courses as famous as the ascent to Coll d’Ordino of 10 km, from Llorts to La Coma d’Arcalís of 13 km and from Ordino to Sorteny of 12 km.

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Cultural visitsOrdino

Two theme routes “Cultural Ordino” and “Discovering La Cortinada” are available to visitors

at very practical prices. During a trip of two and a half hours you visit various points of cultural, natural and heritage interest, with a guide who

tells you about the traditions and history of Ordino and Andorran.

Ordino tourist office: Tel. +376 878 173www.ordino.ad

Motorbike meeting

La Massana. Octubre

Every October more than a thousand motor bike fans have a date in Andorra, where they enjoy the

wonderful landscapes by riding the roads which connect the mountain passes. An unforgettable

weekend organised in the Valls del Nord, Ordino and la Massana.

www.vallnord.com

Festival Internacional Narciso YepesAuditori nacional d’Andorra in Ordino. October

The International Festival of Narciso Yepes takes place, in honour of the great musical inventor of the 10-string guitar. The Auditori Nacional

d’Andorra in Ordino is the location for this contest, which includes various world renowned artists.

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Autumn theatre seasonLes Fontetes Theatre in la Massana. October and November

Scenic art in the Valls del NordOrganised by the Escena Nacional d’Andorra (ENA), the works given are very varied, from dramatised readings and theatrical works to musical shows and short fi lms, among other performances.

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Autumn organ cycle Parish church of la Massana. From October to December

Heavenly soundsAn opportunity to enjoy the performances of worldrecognised organists. They perform astonish-ing organ compositions created centuries ago, il-lustrating the highest form of quality classical music.

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Christmas market Plaça de les Fontetes, la Massana. December

A feast for the senses A traditional Christmas Market, in the style of the European markets, where you can fi nd a broad range of Christmas goods. Also you can enjoy workshops, theatre, shows for children and choral singing among many other activities and a fantastic artifi cial ice rink.

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A land of sensations

Gastronomy, shopping, sports, cultural performances… And,

if you prefer to relax after a hard day, the wellness centres will

help you to unwind and regain your strength.

A land of sensations

GASTRONOMYThe borda is a typical rural farm building immersed in nature where you can enjoy a warm rustic environment.

The traditional cuisine is based on mountain delicacies such as cargols a la llauna (roasted snails) els guisats (stews), les rostes amb mel (grilled meat with honey), pork steaks with a sweet and sour flavour thanks to their preparation with honey and vinegar; ribs a la llosa (cooked on a hot stone), fried in pork fat and seasoned with a little garlic; or the ribs of beef. Other characteristic meat dishes are the civets of wild boar or hare, partridge in vinegar, and combinations of vegetables such as green sprouts and potatoes with pieces of bacon.

However, Andorran cuisine is not just about meat. You can find trout prepared in various ways from the classic style, to the Andorran, cooked with ham, in pork fat and flour, to trout a la molinera (Miller’s trout – with butter and lemon), baked trout, trout with peas with sparkling wine or wine, or even cooked with vegetables. There is also cod, which can be served au gratin (with breadcrumbs and melted cheese) with mussels, or roasted with peppers, hake, salmon and l’arengada, (pressed sardine, marinaded in brine).

Apart from the traditional desserts we find la coca masegada, the orellanes (sun-dried peaches), the mel i mató (honey and curd), and its combination with dry fruits called the Dessert of music.

Knowledge of the edible foods found in Andorra, and the art of their culinary preparation has brought Andorran cuisine to a level of excellence. From traditional mountain fare which can be enjoyed in the local borda, to dishes influenced by the French and the Catalans in the most contemporary restaurants.

CUISINE, A LEADING ROLEThe increased awareness in Andorra of the importance of its culinary art has resulted in the appearance of occasions related with the cuisine of the valleys. Three new gatherings were created in la Massana last year, in connection with typical dishes: these were the Winter Cuisine Days, “Lo Mandongo”, concentrating on pork, and La Massana Fogons Gastronomic Days, with various Andorran menus. Finally, in the summer, there is the “Flavours of the world” gastronomic cycle. A real declaration of intent to promote a treasure which until now the northern valleys have kept hidden.

September in Ordino is the moment for the excellent Demonstration of Andorran Gastronomy, a great meeting with various restaurants which offer the visitors a selection of their best dishes.

A typical dish is the escudella (traditional meat stew with sausage). The celebration of the Escudella o Escudella de Sant Antoni must be highlighted (17th of January in la Massana) where escudella is given out free.

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DEMONSTRATION OF ANDORRAN GASTRONOMYOrdino Studios, OrdinoSeptember

The twentieth anniversary of this event, a must for lovers of cuisine, is preparing novelties. The Demonstration allows you to taste a large variety of dishes specially prepared by the restaurants, as well as snacks, desserts and beverages.

During the same week there are talks and events related with gastronomy.

A PARADISE FOR wILD MUSHROOMS ArinsalSeptember

The people of Arinsal hold their Mushroom Fair during the weekend of 10 and 11 September. Mushrooms are the stars of autumn. The meeting attracts mushroom hunters from outside the country who come to the market, selling top quality wild mushrooms and other derivative products. Local restaurants demonstrate the different ways of cooking wild mushrooms.

FANCY DRESS MEALSOrdinoCarnaval

The Soup Carnival takes place in Ordino in the fi nal stretch of the fancy dress week. After enjoying the soup, with pork scratching tart as dessert, the participants hold the fancy dress competition where the food bows out in favour of the party.

Nearby quality shopping The shops in the valleys concentrate on attracting the visitors with top quality products at really competitive prices. But, above all, you will enjoy the friendly manner and that the shops are nearby. In the Valls del Nord there are fashion, handcrafts and food shops, and an especially broad range of sports brands for winter and mountain sports.

Throughout the year there are many actions for promotion and to encourage the shoppers, such as draws, fairs, markets, fashion parades and sales campaigns. Parking is very easy here as there is free parking for one hour at the shopping area.

EVENTS AND fAIRSAPriL: La Massana spring-summer

Fashion Parade Shopping Week at la MassanaMAy: Andoflora, Fair and Market for

Plants and Flowers at la MassanaJuNe: Flea market in Arinsal SePTeMBer: Mushroom fair and market in Arinsal Andorran gastronomy

demonstration at OrdinoOcTOBer: Meeting for collectors, crafts

and DIY at la Massana La Massana autumn-

winter Fashion ParadeNOveMBer: Christmas charity fair at la MassanaDeceMBer: Christmas market at la Massana Christmas Promotions in la Massana: Comprar a la Massana té premi! Santa Llúcia Fair and exhibition of the

nativity scenes competition at OrdinoThroughout the year, street markets in la Massana and Arinsal.

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Revitalise your body and mindThe Valls del Nord are the perfect destination for the tourist that wants to combine sport, shopping, culture and comfort. A complete range of modern facilities allow the visitors to enjoy countless sports, as well as discovering the pleasures of the wellness culture, the ideal way to recover from a hectic day. Relaxing in an outdoor Jacuzzi whilst enjoying the impressive natural views, is the perfect way to revitalise your body and mind

CENTRE ESPORTIU D’ORDINO. ORDINOTel. +376 878 110www.ceo.ad

THE MOUNTAIN & WELLNESS RESORT ANYóSPARk. ANYóSTel. +376 737 873www.anyospark.com

HOTEL PRINCESA PARC. ARINSALTel. +376 736 500 / 736 400www.hotelprincesaparc.com

HOTEL SPA RUTLLAN. LA MASSANATel. +376 835 000www.hotelrutllan.com

ABBA XALET SUITES HOTEL. SISPONYTel. +376 737 300www.abbaxaletsuiteshotel.com

VALLEYS wHICH NEVER SLEEP After a full day of tourist visits, doing sports, shopping and relaxation in the wellness centres, the moment comes for entering into the Andorran night. In the winter, nightlife is concentrated especially in Arinsal, with people coming from all around and an unsurpassable atmosphere. Here you fi nd places with an amazing range of types of music: rock, techno, house, salsa and the most avant-garde groups. As well as Arinsal, there are discotheques and music bars about in Ordino and La Massana. Don’t miss the chance to see some live performance.

In the summer, the same rhythm continues, but there are also the major festivals and street performances.

you want to have a good time? The valls del Nord are waiting for you.

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Pubs and DiscosORDINO

PUB XALOC Recent music. Non smoking local.Casa Jep de Tor.

Tel. +376 835 057

L A M A S S A N A

IRISH BAR Hotel Màgic La Massana. Irish pub. Live music in winter. Av. del Travès, 7Tel. +376 735 900

MóN BOHEMI Art Café & Lounge Bar. Music, drinks, books Internet and Graphic arts.Av. del Través, 21Tel. +376 837 076

LEGENDS PUB D’ESPORTS Musical Bar pub, Drinks. Come and enjoy our terrace and the best Massana ambience. Timetable: from Tuesday to Sunday from 7pm.Complex TabolaTel. +376 840 334

MP GLAMOUR PUB DISCOComplex TabolaFacebook = m’hi pixo en el Glamour

CHEERS Rustic Pub with pool.Av. Sant Antoni, 38Tel. +376 629 405

PANNASú Pub chill out. Av. Sant Antoni, 54Tel. +376 329 [email protected]

CÒCTEL DE L’AVIBar Pub MusicalCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/n (next Borda de l’Avi)[email protected] = còctel de l’avi

ANYÓS

PLAY - SALA QTRPub discoCtra. d’Anyós, s/nBorda Martí (under Anyós Park)Tel. +376 337 804

AQUALOUNGE ANYóSPARk Restaurant and chill-out area, with unique views of the valley. Only in summer. Ctra. d’Anyós, s/nHotel Anyós ParkTel. +376 737 573

A R I N S A L

QUO VADIS A venue with a British feel which has all the elements of the typical British and Irish pubs. Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 8Tel. +376 837 [email protected]

EL CAU Rustic Pub with pool, table games and extreme sports videos. On the weekends, the best music from the 80s and 90s. Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 837 781

BOGART Hotel Princesa Parc. Only open in winter with live music. Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 736 400

BLOW Hotel Princesa Parc. Bar with Bowling alley, Internet Corner, videogames, table football and pool. Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 736 400

MARVEL MEETING POINTHotel Marvel Arinsal. Disco-pub. Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 736 400

SURf On the ground fl oor, a restaurant with the best Argentinean meat in Andorra, and on the fi rst fl oor one of the most important clubs in the country. Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nBorda GirautTel. +376 838 069www.myspace.com/surfarinsal

CISCO´S House and ambient music.C/ del Serradell, 1(casc antic d’Arinsal)Tel. +376 836 [email protected]

EL MOLí DE LA PLAçA Bar musical with live music.Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 1Tel. +376 835 281facebook = moliarinsal

THE DERBY IRISH PUB Irish Pub. Après ski. Terrace. Snacks and live music. Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 17 Tel. +376 835 706

“SIDRERIA” PUB HERRIRestaurant and bar musical. Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5)Edif. Amadeu, 3Tel. +376 838 566

BLACk BULLChill outCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 25Tel. +376 837 352

Useful information

Useful information

Accommodation - OrdinoO R D I N O

APARTHOTEL CASAVELLA ***Ctra. Coll d’Ordino, s/nTel. +376 801 [email protected]

HOTEL BABOT ***Ctra. Coll d’Ordino, Km2Tel. +376 747 [email protected]/babot

HOTEL COMA *** ( Q )Ctra. General, s/nTel. +376 736 [email protected]

HOTEL f&G LA CABANA ***Ctra. Coll d’Ordino, s/nTel. +376 835 [email protected]

HOTEL PRATS ***Ctra. Coll d’Ordino, s/nTel. +376 737 [email protected]

HOTEL SANTA BàRBARA ***Casa RamonguemTel. +376 738 [email protected]

APARTAMENTS CRISTIANIA **Travessia d’OrdinoTel. +376 738 090

HOTEL GASPà **Ctra. Gral. d’Ordino(cruïlla de l’Aldosa)Tel. +376 835 080

E L S E R R A T

HOTEL NIU NIT ****Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 735 [email protected]

HOTEL BRINGUé ***Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 736 [email protected]

CENTRAL BOOkINGTel. +376 737 [email protected]

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HOTEL TRISTAINA **Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 850 [email protected]

HOTEL XALET BRINGUè ****Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 749 100 [email protected]

A R A N S

HOTEL CAL DAINA ***Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 850 [email protected]

APARTHOTEL ARANS *Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 850 [email protected]

S E G U D E T

APARTAMENTS TURíSTICS ELS CLOSOS DE RAMONGUEM **Els Closos de SegudetTel. +376 632 [email protected]

L L O R T S

APARTAMENTS TURíSTICS LA NEU *** ( Q )Ctra. Gral. 3. Pont de les SalinesTel. +376 749 [email protected]

APARTAMENTS TURíSTICS MITXEU ***Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 850 [email protected]

APARTAMENTS TURíSTICS PRAT DE LES MINES ***Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 635 005info@edifi cipratdelesmines.comwww.edifi cipratdelesmines.com

APARTHOTEL fIJAT ***Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 850 850fi jat@aparthotelfi jat.comwww.aparthotelfi jat.com

APARTHOTEL LA NEU ***Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 749 [email protected]

APARTAMENTS TURíSTICS VILARó *Ctra. Gral. 3, s/n. Casa VilaróTel. +376 850 [email protected]

L A C O R T I N A D A

HOTEL BOSTON ****Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 749 [email protected]

HOTEL SUCARà ***Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 850 [email protected]

A N S A L O N G A

APARTHOTEL ANNAPURNA ***Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 735 [email protected]

HOTEL SANT MIQUEL ***Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 749 [email protected]

C À M P I N G S

CàMPING BORDA ANSALONGA ** ( Q )Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 850 [email protected]

CàMPING MITXEU **Ctra. Gral. 3, s/nTel. +376 850 [email protected]

Accommodation - La MassanaHOTEL MàGIC SkI ****Av. del Ravell, 1Tel. +376 734 [email protected]

HOTEL SPA RUTLLAN ****Av. del Ravell, 3Tel. +376 835 [email protected]

APARTAMENTS LAURANNA***Av. del Ravell, 34 Tel. +376 738 [email protected]

HOTEL MARCO POLO ***Av. Sant Antoni, 36Tel. +376 738 363

[email protected]

HOTEL fONT **Av. del Ravell, 2Tel. +376 838 [email protected]

HOSTAL PALANQUES *Av. Sant Antoni, 16Tel. +376 835 007

S I S P O N Y

ABBA XALET SUITES HOTEL****Terra Major de Sispony, s/nTel. +376 737 [email protected]

HOTEL LA BURNA **Av. del Jovell, 20Tel. +376 835 [email protected]

ALBERG BORDA JOVELL *Av. del Jovell, 18Tel. +376 836 [email protected]

A N Y Ó S

APARTHOTEL ANYóSPARk ****Ctra. d’Anyós, s/nTel. +376 737 [email protected]

L A M A S S A N A

HOTEL MàGIC LA MASSANA ****Av. El Través, 7Tel. +376 735 [email protected]

CENTRAL BOOkINGTel. +376 737 [email protected]

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HOTEL ANYóSPARk ****Ctra. d’Anyós, s/nTel. +376 737 [email protected]

HOSTAL LA PASTORELLA B+B**Ctra. dels CortalsTel. +376 835 603 - 337 [email protected]

L ’ A L D O S A

APARTAMENTS GIBERGA ***Ctra. de l’Aldosa, s/nTel. +376 737 [email protected]

HOTEL DEL BISSET ***Ctra. de la Creu BlancaTel. +376 837 [email protected]

RESIDENCIA L’ALDOSA **Plaça del poble, 6Tel. +376 835 [email protected]

P A L

APARTAMENTS BONET**Ctra. de Pal (CG-4), s/nTel. +376 738 [email protected]

CASA VELLA GARIBALDICasa equipada. Màx. 9 personesTel. +376 836 [email protected]

E R T S

HOTEL PALOMé ****Ctra. d’Erts (CG-4), s/nTel. +376 738 [email protected]

HOTEL SANT GOTHARD **** I RESIDèNCIA DAINACtra. d’Erts (CG-4), s/nTel. +376 738 [email protected]

HOTEL ERTS ***Ctra. d’Erts (CG-4), s/nTel. +376 737 [email protected]

HOTEL PALARINE ***Ctra. d’Erts (CG-4), s/nTel. +376 737 [email protected]

X I X E R E L L A

APARTAMENTS XIXERELLA***Ctra. de Pal (CG-4)càmping XixerellaTel. +376 738 [email protected]

A R I N S A L

HOTEL DIANA ****Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 736 [email protected]

HOTEL PRINCESA PARC****Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 736 400 -736 [email protected]

APARTAMENTS TURíSTICS CAPRICI***Ctra.d’Arinsal ( CG-5 ), s/nTel. +376 321 691 - 838 [email protected]: Apartaments Moblats Caprici

APARTAMENTS SANT MORITz***Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 16Tel. +376 737 [email protected]

APARTAMENTS TURíSTICS SANT ROMà***Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 53Tel. +376 738 [email protected]

APARTAMENTS VELVET***Prat de RuiderTel. +376 737 [email protected]

APARTHOTEL POBLADó***Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 8Tel. +376 837 [email protected]

APARTHOTEL SANT ANDREU***Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 836 [email protected]

HOTEL COMAPEDROSA***Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 737 [email protected]

HOTEL CREST***Estació d’Arinsal,Ctra. Comallemple, s/nTel. +376 738 [email protected]

HOTEL HUSA PATAGONIA***Estació d’Arinsal,Ctra. Comallemple, s/nTel. +376 735 [email protected]

HOTEL HUSA XALET BESOLí***Ctra. de l’Escladella, 13Tel. +376 836 [email protected]

HOTEL HUSA XALET VERDú***Prat del VerdúTel. +376 737 140

[email protected]

HOTEL MONTANé***Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5)Tel. +376 737 [email protected]

HOTEL MARVEL ARINSAL***Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 29Tel. +376 737 [email protected]

HOTEL ARINSAL**Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 2Tel. +376 738 [email protected]

HOTEL AYMà**Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 6Tel. +376 837 [email protected]/hotelayma

HOTEL MICOLAU**Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 15Tel. +376 737 [email protected]

C À M P I N G S

CàMPING XIXERELLA*Ctra. de Pal (CG-4), s/nTel. +376 738 [email protected]

Restaurants

O R D I N O

ARMENGOL - CASA LEóNTraditional home-cooked foodC/ MajorTel. +376 835 977

BABIHome-cooked foodC/ Major, s/nTel. +376 835 343

BAR - BITLLES AT THE CENTRE ESPORTIU D’ORDINOSnack bar, sandwiches,mixed dishes and tapasTel. +376 878 107

BAR RESTAURANT LA CLOTAPortuguese foodPrat del Pomer, BaixosTel. +376 847 474

CIUTAT INVICTASnack bar, caféPlaça Prat de Call

GASPàVarious dishesCtra. Gral. Cruïlla de l’ AldosaTel. +376 835 080

GRANJA REfUGI DE L’AMISTATBreakfast, tapas, daily set. MenuCtra. Coll d’ Ordino, Edif. Rubi.Tel. +376 839 267

PIzzERIA COLL D’ORDINOPizzeria, mixed dishes and meatsCtra. Coll d’OrdinoTel. +376 839 203

SNACk - BAR QUIMHome-made foodC/ Major 10,Tel. +376 835 645

TÒPICTraditional fresh Andorran cuisineC/ Major, s/nTel. +376 736 102

VERTICAL LíMIT CAféSpecialty in Argentinean meatFrench creperiaC/ Major Tel. +376 835 057

L L O R T S

PRAT DE LES MINESMountain cuisine andbroiled meats, breakfastsTel. +376 849 400

RESTAURANT L’ERA DEL JAUMETraditional mountain foodC/ Major, s/nTel. +376 850 667

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RESTAURANT LA NEUFresh grastronomic foodCtra. Gral. 3Tel. +376 850 650

A R A N S

RESTAURANT ARANSTraditional foodCtra. Gral. 3Tel. +376 850 390

RESTAURANT LA fONT D’ARANSTraditional French food, with duck specialtiesCtra. Gral. 3Tel. +376 850 830

L A C O R T I N A D A

BAR GOLf PAR 3Ctra. Gral. 3Tel. +376 850 400www.ordinogolclubf.com

RESTAURANT CAL TONETTraditional foodUrb. Masanelles, Bloc ETel. +376 849 179

RESTAURANT fONT BLANCATypical mountain cuisine,home cooked meatsCtra. Gral. 3Tel. +376 850 068

S O R N À S

LES fARGUESStewed meatsCtra.Gral., s/n

Tel. +376 850 941

A R C A L Í S

ELS PLANELLS (only in winter)Brasserie and fast foodVallnord - ArcalísTel. +376 739 616

LA COMACharcoal-broiled andfried meats & sandwichesVallnord - ArcalísTel. +376 850 201

L’HORTELL (only in winter)Set menu and sandwichesVallnord - ArcalísTel. +376 739 635

L A M A S S A N A

AMBATLLESet menus and charcoal-broiled meatOnly lunch Serra de l’Honor, 1Tel. +376 838 539

ANGELOItalian and fresh market foodAv. Sant Antoni, 22Tel. +376 738 393www.pizzeriaangelo.ad

BONDIA CAfèSet menus and home cooked cuisine. Wi-Fi, chill out, children’s parkPlaça de les Fontetes, s/nTel. +376 840 030

BORDA RAUBERTTraditional Andorran food and spe-cialized in charcoal-broiled meatCtra. d’Erts Km 1.5 (CG-4)Tel. +376 835 420

BORDA XICAHome cooked food andcharcoal-broiled meatC/ Cap del CarrerTel. +376 837 190

CAL SILVINOSpecialty of the house, charco-al-broiled meat and cod. TapasAv. del Través, 21Tel. +376 840 720

CASINODaily set menu and traditional menuAv. Sant Antoni, 68Tel. +376 840 601

CONDEDaily set menu and sandwichesNomés migdiaAv. del Través, 27Tel. +376 837 463

DON PIACERESandwiches and dessertAv. del Ravell, 2 baixosTel. +376 840 909

EL CANTàBRIC A TAULASpecialty of the house,shellfish and seafoodAv. Sant Antoni, 14Tel. +376 836 [email protected]

EL RACó DELS AMICSHome cooked, Mediterraneanfood, and daily set menusAv. Sant. Antoni, 42Tel. +376 836 628

EL RESSOPóMixed dishes, sandwiches and tapasAv. del Ravell, 5Tel. +376 840 142

EL RUSCFresh market produce and specialty in seafood and shellfishCtra. d´Erts (CG-4), Km 4,3 Tel. +376 838 200

EL VESUVIPizzeria, pasta andMediterranean foodAv. Sant Antoni, 45Tel. +376 838 194

GRANJA LA PLANASandwiches and mixed dishesCarretera dels Plans, 9Tel. +376 840 389

GRANJA VEIGADaily set menus, mixed dishes and sandwichesAv. del Través, 3Tel. +376 837 222

HOSTAL PALANQUESHome cooked food, French cuisine and daily set menusAv. Sant Antoni, 16Tel. +376 835 007

HOTEL RUTLLANRegional and French dishes fresh from the marketAv. del Ravell, 3Tel. +376 835 000

IVANDaily set menus, mixed dishes and sandwichesAv. Sant Antoni, 71, baixosTel.+376 835 808

LA BORDA DE L’AVICharcoal-broiled meats and fresh market produceAv. del Ravell, 38Tel. +376 835 154www.labordadelavi.com

LA BONA TAULADaily set menus, mixed dishes and sandwichesAv. del Ravell, 28Tel. +376 838 508

LA GRANJA 1001SandwichesCap del Carrer, 12 - CasaVilaltaTel. +376 836 047

MASSA MASSAArgentinean food take awayAv. Sant Antoni, 38Tel. +376 [email protected]

MON BOHEMITex-mex food and sandwichesAv. del Través, 21Tel. +376 837 076

[email protected]

OP PASTISSERIASandwiches and dessertAv. Sant Antoni, 9. Edif Jacint PonsTel. +376 836 723

PLA DE L’ESTANYSet menus, mixed dishes and sandwichesC/ Major, s/nTel. +376 835 028

PORQUETS Sí BAR CIBER CAféDaily set menu, mixed dishes and sandwichesAv. del Través, 4Tel. +376 838 866

SIURELLDaily set menus, mixed dishes, sandwiches and tapasAv. Sant Antoni, 33Tel. +376 838 758

VERSIó ORIGINAL V.O.Creative cuisine with daily set menusC/ Josep Rossell, 12Tel. +376 839 309

L ’ A L D O S A

CASA NO-NOItalian cuisine with pizzas and charcoal-broiled meatsCtra. de la Creu Blanca, 4-6Tel. +376 839 111

RESTAURANTPARC DE GIBERGAHome cooked cuisineC/ Costes de GibergaTel. +376 840 172www.treballdequalitat.com

S I S P O N Y

ABBA XALET SUITES HOTELHome-cooked fresh food with daily set menus Only dinner Terra Major de Sispony, s/nTel. +376 737 300

MOLí DELS fANALSTraditional mountain cuisineAv. de les Comes, s/nTel. +376 835 380www.molidelsfanals.com

HOTEL LA BURNAHome-cooked food (Evening meal only)Av. del Jovell, 20Tel. +376 835 355www.hotellaburna.com

E R T S

BAMBú ORIENTALCreative Oriental and International cuisineCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 737 393

BORDA XIXERELLATypical Andorran foodCtra. de Pal (CG-4)Tel. +376 838 388www.xixerellapark.com

éMOGourmet foodCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nHotel PaloméTel. +376 738 500

LA BORDA D’ERTSTraditional Andorran food and specialty, charcoal broiled meat and meat cooked on hot stonesCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel.+376 840 820

L’HORT DE CASATypical Aragon and mountain foodCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 835 [email protected]

LA TORRADAHome cooked food and set menus Ctra. de Pal (CG-4)Càmping XixerellaTel. +376 837 452

A N Y Ó S

CAN PEREFresh cooked food specialisedin oriental cuisineCtra. de Sant Cristòfol, 10Tel. +376 835 415

CAN TONITraditional Andorran foodCtra. de Sant Cristòfol, 26Tel. +376 835 [email protected]

CAPRICCIOBuffetCtra. de Sant CristòfolHotel Anyós ParkTel. +376 737 573

DELIzIOSOInternational cuisineCtra. de Sant CristòfolClub Anyós ParkTel. +376 737 573

SNACk BAR ESPORTSandwiches, pizzasand set menu Ctra. de Sant CristòfolClub Anyós ParkTel. +376 737 573

P A L

L’EULARI DE PALHome made food specialising in charcoal-broiled meat and mountain ricePlaça del PobleTel. +376 836 400

LYDIASpecialty in stewedand Andorran foodOnly lunchLa Fontanella 1ª casaTel. +376 835 377

RESTAURANT BONETHome cooked food and set menusCtra. de Pal (CG-4)Tel. +376 836 063www.apartamentsbonet.com

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PAL SKI RESORTVALLNORD

Tel.+376 878 000www.vallnord.com

LA BORDA DE PALFresh market food

CAUBELLA (only winter)Sandwiches, tapas, pizza, pasta, set menus and mixed dishes

CAUBELLA BUfET (only winter) Buffet

SELf SERVICE EL PLANELL (only winter)International food

COLL DE LA BOTELLA (only winter)Fast food

EL PLA DE LA COT (only winter) Fast food

EL PLANELL (only winter) Sandwiches

A R I N S A L

360ºDaily set menus, fresh marketfood and typical dishesCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5)Tel. +376 839 981

APARTHOTEL SANT ANDREUEnglish and Indian food. Curry on ThursdaysCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 836 164

BLACk BULLSandwiches and mixed dishesBorda PradetTel. +376 840 177

CISCO’SInternational and mexican food. Evening. (meals only)C/ del Serradell, 1(casc antic d´Arinsal)Tel. +376 836 398

EL BOSCSpecialised in tapas, pizzas and meatCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5)Tel. +376 835 519

EL CAUSandwiches, hamburgersand pizzasCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 837 781

EL MOLí DE LA PLAçAItalian food, pasta and pizzaCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5)Tel. +376 835 281facebook = moliarinsal

fORA PISTASandwiches, hamburgers and pizzaCtra. Comallemple, s/nTel. +376 738 020

RESTAURANT MICOLAUSet menu, traditional menuand Mexican dishesCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 15Tel. +376 737 707www.hotel-micolau.com

HOTEL POBLADóFrench cuisineCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 10Tel. +376 835 [email protected]

HOTEL MARVEL ARINSALBuffetCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 29T +376 737 999www.marvelhotels.com

LA LLUM D´OLIBar and tapasCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), Tel. +376 836 701Facebook = la llum d’oli

LA PAMPAArgentinean food, charcoal-broiled meatCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5)Tel. +376 839 630Facebook = Pampa Restobar Arinsal

LA ROSAMixed dishes, set menus, pizzasCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5).Edifici Joan de TornéTel. (+376) 838 670

QUOVADISPasta, pizza, mixed dishes andset menuCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 8Tel. +376 837 600www.quovadis-arinsal.com

REfUGI DE LA fONDUESpecialised in fondue,raclette and charcoal-broiled meatCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5)Tel. +376 839 599

SIDRERIA PUB HERRIBasque foodCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5) Edifici Amadeu, 3Tel. +376 838 566

SURfArgentinean Food, charcoal-broiled meatBorda GirautTel. +376 838 069www.myspace.com/surfarinsal

TIMOTEAPizzeria and Argentinean meatsCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5)Tel. +376 836 386Facebook = Timotea Arinsal

THE DERBY IRISH BARSnacks. Open from 15h until 3hCtra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), 17 Tel.+376 835 706www.thederbyirishpub.com

XALET-HOTEL MONTANéInternational foodand set menus Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5)Tel. +376 737 536

HOTEL ARINSALBuffet (only winter)Ctra. d’Arinsal (CG-5), s/nTel. +376 838 889 www.hotelarinsal.com

ARINSAL SKI RESORTVALLNORD

Tel.+376 873 020www.vallnord.com

DONkI BUfET (only winter)Buffet

SELf SERVICE ARINSAL (only winter)International food

IGLOO (only winter)Sandwiches, pizza, snacks, mountain food

PANORàMIX (only winter)Pizza, sandwiches

POLAR BAR (only winter)Fresh market food, set menu and mixed dishesTel. +376 737 878www.santmoritz.com

Important telephone numbers

Emergency Medical Treatment 116Nostra Senyora de Meritxell Hospital +376 871 000Emergency Fire Department +376 800 020

11824 Hour Pharmacies 116, 118Ordino Clinic +376 747 025La Massana Clinic +376 837 430Mountain Rescue 112Police 110

+376 872 000      Highway Information 18021802Ordino City General Information  163La Massana City General Information 164Ordino Comun +376 878 100La Massana Comun +376 736 900Spanish Postal Service +376 820 257French Postal Service +376 820 408Sant Julià de Lòria Customs +376 841 090Pas de la Casa Customs +376 855 120Taxi +376 828 000

+376 863 000Information National Calls 111Information International Calls 119

INfORMATION & BOOkING: Tel. +376 878 000

VALLNORD SECTOR ARCALíS+376 739 600

VALLNORD SECTOR ARINSAL+376 737 020

VALLNORD SECTOR PAL+376 878 078www.vallnord.com

ORDINO TOURISM OffICE +376 878 173 www.ordino.ad

LA MASSANA TOURISM OffICE +376 835 693 www.lamassana.ad

NATIONAL TOURISM OffICE +376 820 214

CENTRAL BOOkINGTel. +376 737 [email protected]

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