Other•2 Related•May 03, 2026 • 06:16Andorra Court Grants Citizenship to Surrogate Daughter of Baroness ThyssenSuperior Court equates surrogacy filiation to adoption under nationality law, overturning rejections and setting precedent for modern family structures.
Culture•2 Related•May 02, 2026 • 20:01Grup de Folklore Casa de Portugal Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Danses del Món FestivalOver 150 dancers from Portugal, Argentina, Andorra, and Peru performed at Grup de Folklore Casa de Portugal's 30th anniversary Danses del Món festival despite rain.
Politics•4 Related•May 02, 2026 • 20:01Andorra Rises to 60th in RSF Press Freedom Index Amid Global DeclineDespite worldwide media freedom erosion driven by restrictive laws and conflicts, Andorra improved slightly in the 2026 RSF index, though small size limits media independence and fosters elite influence.
Culture•4 Related•May 02, 2026 • 15:16Sant Julià de Lòria Hosts 17th Ruta de la Tapa with Healthiest Tapa Prize and Expanded RewardsFrom May 6-10, 15 establishments offer €4 tapas and drinks, featuring new health award sponsored by Cellab, 150 participant lots, and street entertainment for all ages.
Sports•2 Related•May 02, 2026 • 13:01Over 1,300 Young Basketball Players from 117 Teams Compete in Andorra's TIM Xp One TournamentSpanning eight categories across nearly all parishes, the event generates thousands of hotel nights and boosts off-season tourism despite challenging weather.
Transport•3 Related•May 02, 2026 • 12:16N-145 Reopens After Head-On Crash Injures Four Near Andorra BorderA head-on crash between two cars blocked the N-145 in Valls de Valira, injuring four lightly amid heavy holiday traffic to Andorra. Emergency services cleared the scene, restoring normal flow by 4pm.
Business•2 Related•May 02, 2026 • 10:1625 Families in Andorra la Vella Face 2027 Evictions Over Rental Contract Non-RenewalsProperty owner notifies tenants in two Andorra la Vella apartment blocks to end leases in July 2027, sparking distress amid frozen rents since 2019 and a tight housing market with soaring proposed rates.
Transport•2 Related•May 02, 2026 • 07:01Piomorent Tunnel in Andorra to Close Nightly May 4-7 for French MaintenanceCross-border traffic between Andorra and France will detour via Piomorent mountain pass during 8pm-6am closures over four nights, with one report extending to May 8.
Culture•3 Related•May 02, 2026 • 07:01Nearly 100 Attend Second Traditional Aplec at Remote Sant Jaume Chapel in EncampGood weather and special bus service boost turnout beyond last year for mass, aperitifs, and sardana dancing at the high-mountain site, hailed by officials as a magical gathering.
Business•2 Related•May 02, 2026 • 06:32Andorra's Labour Day Passes Quietly Without Protests Amid Divided WorkforceEssential workers in tourism and retail labored on Labour Day to serve tourists, while others enjoyed the holiday, highlighting wage and work culture tensions.
Business•4 Related•May 02, 2026 • 06:32Andorra Tourism Minister Proposes Doubling Tourist Tax in Peak SeasonsAndorra plans a dynamic tourist tax system with higher peak-season rates based on market studies of neighboring countries. Changes require law amendments and sector consensus, potentially effective by late 2026 or 2027. Collections have stabilized post-2022 rollout.
Politics•4 Related•May 02, 2026 • 06:32Macron's Andorra Visit Strengthens Ties Between Co-Princes, Ibáñez SaysEduard Ibáñez praised French President Macron's visit as a pivotal event fostering closer coordination between Andorra's Co-Princes. He emphasized their complementary roles in moderating without political decisions and issuing a peace message to diplomats from 15 nations.
Sports•2 Related•May 02, 2026 • 06:32MoraBanc Andorra Faces Crucial Relegation Clash at La Laguna Tenerife with Okoye BackTrailing by two wins from safety, Andorra heads to the Canary Islands bolstered by Stan Okoye's return from knee injury, as coach Zan Tabak eyes victory in tough away arena.
Sports•2 Related•May 02, 2026 • 06:31Atlètic Club d'Escaldes and FC Santa Coloma Set for Copa Constitució FinalAtlètic Club d'Escaldes and FC Santa Coloma advanced through tense derbies to the Copa Constitució final, with winner earning European qualification.
Sports•3 Related•May 02, 2026 • 05:31Eric Risco Resigns as VPC Andorra Rugby XV President After Six MonthsVPC Andorra Rugby XV faces ongoing financial woes after president Eric Risco resigns following six months, citing need for a leader with more daily availability. New sponsors bolstered stability amid cost cuts and government aid bid.
Sports•4 Related•May 01, 2026 • 18:46FC Andorra Lose 0-1 to Albacete in Late Drama, Three Red CardsAlbacete snatched a 0-1 win at Nou Estadi de la FAF via Jonathan Gómez's 86th-minute rebound goal despite Andorra's dominance. Tensions led to three red cards for Andorra's bench in closing stages.
Transport•3 Related•May 01, 2026 • 18:01Motorcyclist Injured in La Massana Crash; Two Others Hurt in Separate Parish CollisionA 43-year-old rider collided with a van on CG-3, suffering mild injuries, while a later afternoon smash involving two vans and a car injured a man and woman on Avinguda del Través.
Politics•5 Related•May 01, 2026 • 17:31Macron Ends Andorra Visit Urging EU Pact, Women's Rights and Housing FixesFrance's Emmanuel Macron completed his two-day trip as Andorra's co-prince, pushing EU association progress, education ties and solutions to social issues like runaway housing costs and abortion decriminalisation amid bilateral commitments.
Transport•2 Related•May 01, 2026 • 13:16Persistent Traffic Jams on Andorran Roads to Spanish Border During Labour Day WeekendOutbound queues hit 2km on CG-1 Thursday; inbound delays exceeded 3km on N-145 Friday as holidaymakers flock in from Spain.
Sports•2 Related•May 01, 2026 • 13:01FC Andorra Signs Andorran International Winger Aron Rodrigo for 2026-2027 SeasonThe 21-year-old free agent from SD Osca reserves bolsters local talent amid multiple squad departures and loan returns.
Other•3 Related•May 01, 2026 • 07:16Andorra Tribunal Superior Hears Appeals in Four Serious Criminal CasesAndorra's Tribunal Superior hears appeals in four serious cases: child sexual abuse, violent rape, MDMA supply with assault, and discrimination with theft.
Other•4 Related•May 01, 2026 • 07:16Comella Prison Ends 2025 with 54 Inmates, Down 27% from 2024The facility saw sharp declines in activity, with 139 admissions versus 252 prior year. Average occupancy split between 34.4 serving sentences and 30.1 in pre-trial detention, explained by brief sentences.
Other•2 Related•May 01, 2026 • 07:16Andorra Customs Removes Anti-Fraud Chief After Drunk Driving Crash in Official VehicleThe 46-year-old officer, over twice the legal alcohol limit, faces charges and administrative review amid departmental reorganization and policy scrutiny.
Politics•3 Related•May 01, 2026 • 07:16Andorra Hosts First UNODC Delegation to Boost Anti-Drug and Crime CooperationDiscussions covered drug oversight, transnational crime, corruption, and cyber threats with key government officials, marking Andorra's entry into UNODC's alliance-building efforts.
Other•3 Related•May 01, 2026 • 07:16Andorra Court Sentences Teen to 8 Months Socio-Educational Measures for 2019 Nightclub Head InjuryThe minor, involved in a multi-person brawl in Andorra la Vella, must pay €2,686 in civil liability covered by parents; ruling holds him responsible despite evidentiary disputes over weapon use.