Canillo

Municipality, Parish, or Town

CS-340 Road from Montaup to Canillo Closed After Rockfall Near Ordino Pass

Authorities shut the CS-340 road as a precaution after two small rocks fell near Ordino pass. Geologists are assessing slope stability on site before allowing traffic to resume, diverting vehicles including buses.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 17, 2026 • 15:15

Andorra Forest Councils Launch Aerial Moth Treatment Across All Parishes

Forest councils in Andorra initiate a helicopter-based campaign next week using an EC-approved biological agent to control pine processionary moths. The treatment spans all parishes, prioritizing outbreak areas while ensuring safety for public activities.

Andorra Telecom Donates 13 Robotics Boards to Schools After WRO Final

The telecommunications firm supports Andorra's education ministry by providing hands-on tools for programming, robot design, and multidisciplinary lessons. This continues over a decade of sponsorship in competitions like World Robot Olympiad and FIRST LEGO League.

Culture•2 Related•Sept 15, 2026 • 17:15

Canillo Unveils Heritage Mural by Arnau Sánchez in Incles Valley

Canillo parish council has inaugurated an artistic mural on a stone hut at the Incles valley exit, crafted by local artist Arnau Sánchez Campà. The winning design from a competition emphasizes the valley's natural, cultural, and traditional heritage.

Andorra Parish Consuls Target December 1 for Traffic Agent Body Cameras

Parish consuls in Andorra have committed to activating body cameras on traffic agents by December 1, urging the Interior Ministry to expedite legal changes. The move prioritizes security and accountability without constant surveillance.

Other•3 Related•Sept 15, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra's Population Hits 90,105, Up 1.9% with Gains Across All Parishes

Andorra's Department of Statistics reports growth in every parish, driven by non-Andorran nationals and seniors. The working-age group dominates at 73.3% of residents.

Sports•4 Related•Sept 15, 2026 • 12:00

Grandvalira Resorts Sees 4% Visitor Rise in Summer Season

Favorable weather and new attractions like family parks, bike trails, and solar tours boosted numbers across sectors including Ordino Arcalís, Canillo, Encamp, and Pal Arinsal.

Tourist Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash on Canillo's CG-2 Road

A 28-year-old woman from a Spanish-plated Audi Q3 suffered injuries after the vehicle left the road amid construction on Canillo's CG-2. She is stable in hospital, with police probing the cause of the loss of control.

Canillo Awards Pirinenca de Serveis €5.28M Waste Contract Over 10 Years

The parish council granted a decade-long deal worth €528,322 yearly to improve waste services, cutting container sites for better frequency and adding cleaning teams plus digital tracking. Savings appear in key waste categories amid quality upgrades.

Canillo Tourist Sites See 5% Visitor Surge and 6.9% Revenue Boost in 2026

Local officials in Canillo report strong tourism recovery, with key viewpoints attracting more visitors and generating higher revenues through the summer. Future expansions aim to push annual figures past €2 million.

Sports•5 Related•Sept 14, 2026 • 13:45

Andorra to Host Toughest Titan World Series MTB Finale in 2027

The event in Encamp introduces an all-mountain parcours billed as the series' hardest, exploiting Andorra's rugged terrain while prioritizing rider safety and local integration. It joins established stops in Morocco, Mexico, and beyond.

Culture•4 Related•Sept 11, 2026 • 12:45

Andorra Catalan Centres Double Users to Nearly 20,000 in One Year

Catalan language centres in Andorra have seen explosive growth thanks to flexible self-study options with professional guidance. Officials launched a targeted campaign to attract more participants facing scheduling barriers, while staff expanded to meet demand.

Environment•5 Related•Sept 10, 2026 • 13:45

Andorra Approves First National Park Covering 18.9% of Territory

Legislation for Andorra's inaugural national natural park in the Canillo and Ordino valleys has cleared the Council of Ministers and heads to parliament. It emphasizes conservation, research, and regulated activities while banning disruptive infrastructure.

Culture•2 Related•Sept 08, 2026 • 20:45

Santuari de Meritxell Unveils Four New Bells for Ave de Meritxell Melody

The sanctuary in Canillo rang its upgraded campanar for the first time on Meritxell Day, overcoming technical hurdles to harmonize bells. A new artistic Via Crucis path from the sanctuary to Creu de Carlemany was also inaugurated, attracting over 25,000 summer visitors.

Other•2 Related•Sept 07, 2026 • 18:30

Andorra Firefighters Perform Three Helicopter Rescues in Massana and Canillo

Firefighters in Andorra airlifted a cyclist with chest trauma, two lost hikers, and an elderly person who fell ill from popular outdoor sites in Massana and Canillo parishes on Sunday. All were non-residents.

Culture•3 Related•Sept 06, 2026 • 16:15

Canillo Offers 50% Adventure Park Discount to Locals for Dia de Meritxell

Residents of Canillo can enjoy half-price tickets to the Pont Tibetà adventure park all day on September 8 as part of Dia de Meritxell festivities. Proof of residency is required at the Tourist Office.

Culture•3 Related•Sept 04, 2026 • 16:00

L’Ermità de Meritxell Play Returns to Andorran Stage for Sanctuary Anniversary

Performed by local theater students, the drama depicts a family's upheaval when the heir chooses to become Meritxell’s hermit. Supported by government funding, it preserves Andorran dialect and traditions amid anniversary celebrations.

Culture•2 Related•Sept 03, 2026 • 10:30

Meritxell la patrona Spectacle Boosts Capacity to 300 Amid Sellout Demand

Organisers added seats after rapid sellout for the anniversary production, urging booked attendees to free spots for waiting list. Around 100 dancers, musicians, and crew prepare elaborate choreography and music at the historic site.

Culture•2 Related•Aug 31, 2026 • 22:30

Modular Pipe Organ Arrives at Santuari de Meritxell for 50th Anniversary Festival

Organisers have brought in a fully modular concert organ for assembly at the sanctuary, funding concerts, masses, and school visits through September. Officials see it sparking broader cultural engagement.

Politics•4 Related•Aug 31, 2026 • 12:04

Andorra Allocates €944K to Expand School Playground Supervision from 2026

The government will fund the Associació de Mares i Pares d’Alumnes to oversee lunch and break activities in more schools, enhancing safety, inclusion, and support for pupils' social and learning needs.

Culture•2 Related•Aug 29, 2026 • 22:00

Andorra's Castellers Erect Pillar Towers in All Seven Parishes on Diada

The group marked a strong season by building castells in every parish during the unique Diada de les Set Parròquies, showcasing peak form and plans for major international events ahead.

Other•2 Related•Aug 29, 2026 • 20:00

Andorra Mountain Rescue Team Airlifts Three Injured Hikers and Cyclists

Andorra's fire service mountain rescue group responded to three separate incidents on Saturday, evacuating a fallen cyclist, an injured hiker, and a bike crash victim via helicopter.

Business•4 Related•Aug 27, 2026 • 11:15

Andorrans Take 30% of Rent Aid Grants in H1 2026, Behind Spaniards

Provisional data shows 51.4% of 1,658 rent aid applications approved in first half of 2026. Spanish residents led recipients, but Andorrans ranked second. Stricter rules caused most rejections for low rent-to-income ratios.

Business•2 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 20:30

Government shifts to a Canillo property for rental after dismissing the risky La Massana site

. Negotiations advance for buying four buildings, while Borda Nova I housing sees partial assignments amid 1,300 on waiting list.

Business•3 Related•Aug 26, 2026 • 15:30

Andorra Awards 26 Affordable Housing Units in Borda Nova I

Andorra la Vella’s Institut Nacional de l’Habitatge allocated 26 public housing units via lottery in the Borda Nova I building on Carrer Terra Vella. Demand exceeded supply for smaller and larger flats, but lagged for two-bedrooms and adapted ground-floor options.