Road safety

Traffic accidents, driving safety, road policing, statistics, and collision prevention.

Politics•2 Related•Jul 26, 2026 • 19:45

Andorran Head of Government Xavier Espot stated the executive supports equipping traffic agents with body

cameras and will amend the Public Security Law if required by the independent Videovigilance Commission. Benefits include better agent protection, though not for festival crowd control.

Environment•2 Related•Jul 25, 2026 • 19:15

Severe Hail Storm Overwhelms Andorra Sewers, Floods Roads

Intense storm with hail and thunder caused drainage failures in the capital and central valleys. Up to 21 litres of rain fell in Escaldes, leading to water accumulation and one minor traffic incident.

Andorra Closes Pont Pla Tunnel Nightly July 27-30 for Maintenance

Andorra's Mobility Department schedules overnight closures of the Pont Pla tunnel on CG-3 from July 27 to 30. Crews will conduct essential repairs, with a detour via Avinguda Fiter and Rossell in place.

Politics•2 Related•Jul 24, 2026 • 06:46

Escaldes-Engordany Approves Body Camera Rules, Urges Ministry Approval

Escaldes-Engordany's council has unanimously approved body camera regulations for traffic agents but faces delays in ministry authorization. Mayor Gili pushes for quick clearance on purchased devices, amid new data protection rules and parallel infrastructure funding boosts.

Canillo to Make Final Push for Armiana Cable Car Land Deals Before Legal Action

Authorities in Canillo will exhaust amicable options with two resisting families for the Armiana cable car before pursuing legal measures like public interest declaration and airspace expropriation.

Other•2 Related•Jul 22, 2026 • 10:30

Firefighters Extinguish Small Fire in Santa Coloma Construction Container

Authorities quickly contained a minor blaze in a construction site container in Santa Coloma's Cedre area, sparked by a plugged-in machine. No damage occurred despite initial threat to nearby cars.

Motorcyclist Injured in Andorra la Vella Crash, Multiple Collisions Follow

A series of accidents in Andorra la Vella on July 20 injured three people, including two motorcyclists and a van driver, with emergency services responding swiftly to each incident.

Nighttime Repairs Start at Casadet Roundabout in Andorra la Vella

Andorra la Vella's mobility service schedules four nights of repairs at the Casadet roundabout on CG-1 to fix deteriorated expansion joints, minimizing daytime disruption. Caution advised for motorists.

Other•4 Related•Jul 20, 2026 • 13:15

Andorran Police Arrest Three Men for DUI in Weekend Crackdown

Three drivers aged 21 to 47 were arrested in Andorra over the weekend for high alcohol levels during routine police checks, with levels up to 2.27g/L and one on a suspended license. All face prosecution amid no reported accidents.

PS Demands Traffic Data on Carrer de la Unió Reforms in Andorra

The Social Democratic group seeks detailed metrics on traffic changes from CG-3 road reforms, including comparisons to pre-reform levels and status of a scrapped elevated link.

Motorcyclist Injured in C-14 Crash Near Ribera d'Urgellet, Closes Road to Andorra

Authorities closed the C-14 highway near Karting El Pla de Sant Tirs after a motorcyclist veered off the road, causing brief delays for drivers traveling to Andorra during peak evening traffic.

Taxi Overturns at Margineda Roundabout in Andorra, Driver Fined for Alcohol

Police fined the taxi driver after a breathalyser test following the dramatic crash on the busy CG-1 highway. No injuries occurred despite the flip, and the road reopened quickly after emergency response.

2km Traffic Queues Build at Runer River Border as Andorra Visitors Return to Spain

Heavy return traffic from Andorra day-trippers has caused two-kilometre queues at the Runer River crossing into Spain. Mobility services report slow movement on CG-1, urging caution and real-time checks amid peak Sunday volumes.

Canillo Traffic Agents Test Body Cameras at Festival

Traffic agents in Canillo began trialing body-worn video cameras at high-attendance summer festivals to assess performance in crowd control. The initiative prioritizes public safety, data privacy, and rights protection under strict regulations.

Politics•3 Related•Jul 18, 2026 • 06:15

Andorran Police Arrest 12 in Week of Violence, Drugs, and Drink-Driving

Authorities detained suspects in a gender assault chase, a major drug haul at the border, and multiple high-alcohol traffic stops. A new firearms rule sets strict limits on police use of force.

Spanish-Plated Car Overturns on Avinguda de les Nacions Unides in Escaldes-Engordany

A Spanish-registered family saloon flipped onto its roof after colliding with another vehicle near Carrer dels Paraires. Police diverted traffic amid delays, with firefighters and ambulances responding swiftly. Investigation ongoing with no injuries reported.

Other•2 Related•Jul 04, 2026 • 16:30

Andorra Firefighters Extinguish Restaurant Chimney Fire in Encamp

Quick action by firefighters prevented spread from a chimney blaze at a busy Encamp eatery, ensuring no harm to customers or structure during peak hours.

Business•4 Related•Jul 02, 2026 • 19:30

Andorra Work Accidents Drop 13.7% to 1,302 in 2025, No Fatalities

The drop to 1,302 non-fatal cases marks a reversal from 2024's 1,509 incidents. Construction led with 405 cases, Andorra la Vella saw the most at 420. Police noted 533 road accidents, up 16.9%.

4.5km Traffic Jams Hit La Massana Entrance for Second Day Due to Anyós Road Closures

Severe congestion returned to La Massana on Wednesday as stabilisation works closed the Anyós road near Balmoral, restricting heavy vehicles and forcing diversions via CG-3 and L'Aldosa amid peak hours.

Andorra Police Arrest Four Drink-Drivers in First Week of Summer Campaign

Andorra's summer crackdown on impaired driving has led to rapid enforcement, with arrests for high alcohol levels and drug possession at borders and urban spots. The initiative stresses strict limits and heavy penalties to boost road safety.

Escaldes-Engordany Launches Pradràs Pilot Parking and Shuttle to Engolasters

Escaldes-Engordany council introduces a free pilot parking lot at Pradràs with shuttle service to upper Engolasters to manage summer crowds, ban roadside parking, and enhance safety on the mountain road.

Female Driver Crashes into 6-12 Parked Motorcycles in Massana

A woman lost control of her vehicle in Massana early morning, smashing into multiple parked bikes with no injuries reported. Authorities cleared the scene quickly amid resident concerns. Separate late-night bike crash in Andorra la Vella injured a teenage passenger slightly.