Andorra’s nature parks

The Madriu-Perafita-Claror

Located between France and Spain, the principality of Andorra offers three nature parks and the highest concentration of protected areas in the world. Some 90% of the principality’s total land mass is covered in forest.

The Madriu-Perafita-Claror 

This nature park, which covers 10% of the country, is a glacial valley and UNESCO declared World Heritage site for its ancient forges, used by the inhabitants of Andorra for more than 700 years. The Valles de Comapedrosa Taking in Andorra’s highest peak the Comapedrosa at 2,942m, offers rugged terrain and challenging hiking to reach views of Andorra as well as neighbouring France and Spain. 

The Valle del Sorteny

The Valle del Sorteny

This is the smallest of the three parks but is rich in biodiversity with over 700 species of flora and fauna – with some unique to the Pyrenees. Andorra’s small size means visitors can easily discover all three nature parks during a short break in Andorra – with walking and cycling routes suitable for all abilities available to download online. Keen hikers can stay in the nature parks in traditional Andorran mountain huts, or refuges, or stay in the hotels in nearby villages.

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