Road safety

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

Andorra Police Launch Month-Long Pedestrian Safety Campaign

Authorities in Andorra la Vella will conduct checks across urban and interurban areas to enforce traffic rules, addressing high-risk crosswalk incidents and promoting caution for drivers and walkers alike.

Andorra Activates New Traffic Light on Carrer de la Unió Amid Street Reforms

Reforms by Andorra's Energy Transition Secretary aim to enhance safety and order on the street, with data showing significant traffic reductions and positive overall results despite some criticism.

Andorra Boosts La Seu Bus Trips to 40 Daily, Adds App Integration

State Secretary David Forné announced the upgrade at Parc de la Mola, highlighting doubled ridership and a 5% drop in road traffic amid rising population. Safety enhancements on Carrer de la Unió have sharply reduced incidents.

Woman Injured by Spanish Off-Road Vehicle on Pedestrian Crossing in Escaldes-Engordany

A pedestrian sustained light injuries yesterday when an off-road vehicle hit her while she ran across a crossing on Avinguda Carlemany. Police detained the driver and are investigating near Plaça Santa Anna.

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.

Other•2 Related•Jul 24, 2026 • 15:00

Police Subdue Knife-Wielding Man in Andorra Bar Fight, Arrest 11 Drink-Drivers

Officers in Andorra la Vella overpowered an aggressive suspect during a bar brawl and charged him with multiple serious offenses. Separately, 11 drivers, including one on a scooter, faced DUI arrests with high alcohol levels.

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