Transport

Mobility, infrastructure, and logistics from roads to rail and transit.

Andorra Orders Insurers to Submit Vehicle Policy Data for New Digital Portal

The Andorran Financial Authority mandates insurers to provide policy details on registered vehicles ahead of launching a digital portal for real-time coverage verification. This ensures compliance with mandatory insurance under the Road Traffic Code.

Andorra Faces Road Closures and Transport Disruptions for Vuelta a España Stage

Widespread road blocks hit Andorra's central routes during the 105km Vuelta a España stage entirely within the country. Public buses reroute and stations close, with advice to skip non-essential drives.

Andorra Requests 30 Real-Time Bus Stop Screens for Sustainable Mobility

Andorra's Transport Department tenders for durable displays showing bus arrivals, routes, and delays to enhance public transport reliability. Features include network connectivity, long-life batteries, and instant alerts.

Andorra Driving Schools Face Chaos from Summer Student Licence Rush

Intense demand from adolescents and abroad-studying university students creates chaotic schedules and staff shortages at Andorran driving centres. Early enrollers succeed, but late applicants face refusals amid nationwide instructor scarcity.

Trees Fall on C-14 Road in Bassella, Causing Traffic Delays

Fallen trees obstructed the C-14 road in Bassella, leading to delays and one-way alternating traffic between kilometres 134 and 136 until crews cleared the blockage.

Andorra Police Arrest Man for Fake Driving Licence in Traffic Stop

Authorities in Ordino stopped a motorcyclist who presented a suspicious foreign licence, confirmed as forged. Separately, six drivers were arrested for alcohol levels well above the legal threshold.

Andorra Vehicle Registrations Surge 19.5% in July on Cars and Motorcycles

Strong demand for passenger cars, motorcycles, and hybrids fueled the growth, despite drops in trucks, vans, diesel, and electric vehicles. Year-to-date figures show 12.4% rise to 3,487 registrations.

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 Approves €1.37M Hospital Heliport Rehab and €30K Fire Station Design

Andorran government tenders rehabilitation of Meritxell Hospital's fifth-floor heliport and contracts design for Santa Coloma fire station's emergency facility to improve safety and operations. Projects stem from broader infrastructure investments.

The airport managed a surge in activity, with many flights supporting critical emergency responses

. Officials emphasize its growing role in regional safety, while advancing plans for a key Paris connection with suitable airlines.

Andorra Police Arrest Five for Drunk Driving, Licence Breaches and Assault

Over the weekend, Andorra authorities detained individuals for serious driving offences including high BAC drunk driving and driving under suspended licences, alongside a violent domestic incident.

74-Year-Old Woman Dies in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Andorra's CG-2 Amid Drunk Driver

A drunk driver with 1.72 g/l blood alcohol caused a deadly three-car pileup on the rain-slicked CG-2 highway near Encamp, killing a 74-year-old passenger who suffered cardiac arrest.

Family of Andorra Dance Instructor Killed in Crash Decries Stalled Probe

No trial for the drunk driver as the injured passenger remains at large. The victim's sister pushes for new Spanish laws imposing harsher penalties for deadly impaired driving.

Dense Traffic Hits Andorra Inbound Routes from Spain at Runer Border

Heavy traffic persists on Andorra's roads from the Spanish border at Runer river, especially inbound via N-145 to Sant Julià de Lòria. Spanish officials manage queues with extra lanes, but delays continue inside the country.

3km Traffic Queues at Andorra-Spain Border as Residents Rush for Summer Holidays

Delays hit 4pm peak on July 31 at Riu Runer, triggered by workers starting vacations after shortened schedules and ahead of Andorra la Vella festival bridge. Monitor live updates as inbound flow rises.

Driver's Medical Episode Causes Crash Through Barriers Near Andorra's Valira River

A man suffered a medical emergency behind the wheel on Andorra's CG-2 road, smashing through barriers before his car halted perilously by the Valira river in Encamp. He was hospitalized for checks, with minimal vehicle damage reported.

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 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.

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.

Andorra Launches Drone Study with ACA and CCIS for Mobility Strategy

The collaboration will assess uncrewed aircraft potential to drive innovation and sustainable transport solutions tailored to Andorra's terrain. Findings will inform a national light air mobility network and be shared with stakeholders.

Andorra Public Transport Hits 4.24M Validations in H1 2026, Up 0.5%

Slight growth marked Andorra's bus network amid increased subsidies and trips. Coopalsa dominated volume despite a dip, while Nadal saw strong gains, boosting overall daily averages significantly.

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.

Escaldes-Engordany Approves €4.4M Expansion for Caldea Car Park and Street Overhaul

Escaldes-Engordany parish council unanimously greenlights a comprehensive renovation, addressing leaks, modernizing facilities, and improving traffic at the Caldea car park while upgrading Josep Viladomat street amid Caldea's building works.