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Andorra Starts Northern Drilling on Rocafort Tunnel to Speed Sant Julià Bypass

Dual-portal excavation accelerates the €26 million project, aiming to bypass Sant Julià de Lòria centre and reduce local disruptions earlier than the 2027 deadline. Work proceeds non-stop.

Andorra Opens Final Valira River Walkway for Flood Safety and Access

The new walkway along Andorra la Vella's Valira River completes canalisation efforts, improving flood defenses, pedestrian connectivity to stadiums, and environmental features like revegetation and fishing spots.

Business•3 Related•Jul 20, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra Opens Applications for 44 New Affordable Apartments in Borda Nova 1

Andorran government launches applications for 44 units in its first purpose-built public rental property in Andorra la Vella. Officials anticipate strong demand due to central location, quality build, and competitive pricing.

Andorra's government confirms key infrastructure on track, including tunnel rerouting traffic from Sant

Julià centre and tramway plans for better mobility.

Environment•2 Related•Jul 07, 2026 • 06:36

Andorra Completes €1.12M Renovation of Comapedrosa Refuge for Year-Round Use

Upgrades include energy-efficient heating, reconfigured interiors, and reduced emissions to enable pilot winter operations at the high-altitude site in Parc Natural Comunal de les Valls del Comapedrosa.

Environment•3 Related•Jul 06, 2026 • 16:45

Andorra Completes €1.12M Renovation of Comapedrosa Refuge for Year-Round Use

The Andorran government invested over €1.12 million to modernize the 48-person Comapedrosa refuge in the Comapedrosa Natural Park. Upgrades focus on sustainability features like pellet heating, photovoltaics, and improved water systems, enabling potential year-round access for hikers and skiers.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 20, 2026 • 10:45

Andorra Confirms New Public Services Building on La Massana's Casa Parramon Plot

Andorran officials plan a multi-purpose public services facility on the Casa Parramon site to consolidate operations from inadequate locations. The phased project, part of urban renewal with La Massana council, awaits architectural tenders for final layouts amid opposition calls for clearer planning.

Business•4 Related•Jun 17, 2026 • 05:45

Andorra Minister Proposes Higher Minimum Wages for Foreign Workers to Curb Shortages

Andorra's Economy Minister Conxita Marsol suggests increasing minimum salaries for new foreign hires to tackle 1,800+ vacancies, especially in hospitality, while controlling population and permits. This balances business needs with social cohesion amid low 1.3% unemployment.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 12, 2026 • 06:31

Escaldes-Engordany's Rosa Gili Defends Late Capacity Reports Amid Government Clash

Escaldes-Engordany's cònsol major Rosa Gili blamed an official's oversight for delayed submission of technical reports on infrastructure capacity, criticising the Government for public attacks instead of direct contact and urging focus on national issues like mobility and health.

Politics•4 Related•Jun 11, 2026 • 06:15

Rosa Gili Defends Escaldes-Engordany on Load Capacity Report Delay Amid Government Clash

Escaldes-Engordany's leader accuses the government of turning an administrative oversight into a political row, demanding clarity on load capacity studies vital for urban planning and national infrastructure challenges.

Andorra and Occitanie Leaders Prep Cross-Border Talks on Mobility and Smuggling

Andorra's head of government Xavier Espot and Occitanie prefect Pierre André Durand discussed RN20 road safety after rockfall, railway repairs, and anti-smuggling cooperation in Toulouse preparatory meeting.

Andorra Defends Serra de l'Honor Roundabout as Public Interest, Not Private Development

Government rejects claims that Serra de l'Honor roundabout enables private development, stressing compliance with standards, safer gradients on hazardous bend, and urban law adherence.

Rocafort Tunnel Excavation Begins in Andorra to Bypass Sant Julià de Lòria

Construction advances on the 233m tunnel to divert 25,000 daily vehicles from town center, promising 41% CO₂ reduction and safer traffic by 2027.

Andorra Eyes High-Speed Rail Link with France Amid Landslide Disruptions

Andorra plans to discuss high-speed rail link with France during Macron's April visit, after RN-20 landslide closure hit Pas de la Casa tourism; aid provided and site secured.

Business•4 Related•Mar 07, 2026 • 06:01

Andorra Ends Pas de la Casa Aid as RN20 Road Reopens Monday

Emergency measures expire with the road's full reopening at 6am, leaving businesses wary of a tough winter season amid safety concerns and demands for extended support.

Andorra Approves Pedestrian Walkway Tender and Gender Equality Funding

Council of Ministers greenlights final 190m stretch of La Massana-Erts path for safer pedestrian links, plus €70k subsidies for equality projects.

Andorra Activates Fuel Vouchers for French Tourists Amid RN-20 Closure

Andorran government launches €30 car and €200 coach vouchers for Occitanie visitors to Pas de la Casa, compensating for RN-20 road closure detours.

Business•5 Related•Feb 14, 2026 • 14:15

Andorran Businesses Demand Layoffs and Rent Aid Amid Pas de la Casa Landslide Crisis

Business owners in Pas de la Casa urge government for ERTOs and rent relief as RN-20 closure drags into second week, with looming French border.

French RN-20 Landslide Prompts Andorran Aid for Pas de la Casa Tourism

Ongoing landslide stabilization near Mérens-les-Vals disrupts key access road, slashing ski resort sales by 70-80%; Andorra rolls out fiscal relief,.

French RN-20 Landslide Closure Triggers Andorran Economic Crisis and Aid Measures

A major landslide on France's RN-20 road near Andorra has closed key access for months, devastating Pas de la Casa businesses and ski tourism,.

RN-20 Landslide Repairs Near Andorra to Take 3 Months, Devastating Pas de la Casa Economy

French authorities confirm at least three months to repair major landslide blocking key Toulouse-Andorra route, with full closure until late April;.

Sports•3 Related•Feb 02, 2026 • 22:00

Nil Solans and Others Claim Andbank GSeries 2025-2026 Ice Racing Titles

Championships decided at Circuit Andorra finale with wins for Raül Ferré, Antonio Otero, Mikel Azcona, and category leaders.

Sports•2 Related•Feb 01, 2026 • 22:01

Andbank GSeries Ice Racing Ends with Titles for Solans, Otero, Azkona, Conesa

The 2025-2026 season concluded at Andorra-Pas de la Casa with Nil Solans, Antonio Otero, Mikel Azkona, and Juan Antonio Conesa securing.

Culture•4 Related•Jan 19, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Parishes Celebrate Sant Antoni Feast with 10,000 Stew Portions Despite Rain

Thousands braved downpours for traditional escudella and vianda at parish events in Andorra la Vella, La Massana, and others, serving nearly 10,000.

Sports•2 Related•Jan 18, 2026 • 13:31

Solans Dominates Andbank GSeries Round 3 Amid Snowy Conditions

Nil Solans secured his second G3 win and reclaimed the title at the snow-covered Andorra-Pas de la Casa Circuit, with standout victories in Rally3,.