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Researched Updated Oct 28, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Culture and Attractions

Street Art
The 'Homenatge a l’home de ferro' sculpture outside the village.
Cooking Classes
Workshops occasionally hosted at local Bordas (mountain houses).
Art Galleries
Galería d'Art Pilar Riberaygua (Andorra la Vella, nearby).
Historic Buildings
Casa Rossell, a significant historical family estate in the center. 16
Local Heritage
Ordino has been a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 2020 and was named a UN Tourism Best Tourism Village in 2023. 16
Must-See Landmarks
Casa d'Areny-Plandolit, Carrer Major, AD300 Ordino. Most of the manor is mid-19th century; it opened as a museum in 1986. Admission is €7, or €3.50 reduced. 20
Museums & Art Venues
Museum of Miniatures (Nicolaï Siadristy) and the Postal Museum. 16 18
Historical Sites
Church of Sant Corneli i Sant Cebrià (dates back to the medieval era). 16 18
Religious Sites
Sant Martí de la Cortinada (Romanesque church with 12th-century murals). 16 18
Annual Events
The International Narciso Yepes Festival is a series of classical concerts at the Auditori Nacional d'Andorra, held every October since 1983. 16
Cultural Districts
The 'Ruta del Ferro' (Iron Route) cultural and natural path.
Theater Venues
Auditori Nacional d’Andorra located in the heart of Ordino. 16
Local Markets
Mercat de Nadal (Christmas Market) in the town square.
Music Scene
Classical focus at the Auditorio Nacional; Jazz nights at local cafes.

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Sorteny Nature Park (Parc Natural de la Vall de Sorteny) - 800 species of flowers.
National Parks Nearby
Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley (UNESCO World Heritage Site, 20 min drive away).
Cycling/Walking Paths
Coll de la Botella for world-class cycling or the Iron Route for flat walking.
Scenic Viewpoints
Mirador Roc del Quer (Canillo, 20 mins away) - a glass walkway over the valley.
Birdwatching Locations
Sorteny Valley - home to the bearded vulture and golden eagle.
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Designated BBQ areas at Gurb, equipped with stone pits and tables.

Essentials

City
Ordino, the northernmost parish of Andorra, bordering France and the parishes of La Massana, Canillo and Encamp. 16
Population
Parish estimate 5,855 on 30 September 2026 (communal register 6,162). National estimate the same day: 90,122. 11
Internet Speed
Standard 1 Gbps fiber optics via Andorra Telecom; highly reliable.
Currency & Banking
Euro (EUR). Andorra uses the euro and is not in the EU. On 22 October 2026 the ECB rate was 1 EUR = 1.1205 USD, about 1 USD = €0.89. 1 2
Tap Water
Tap water is drinkable. The mineral content can upset a visitor's stomach at first, and many people still buy bottles. 2
Power
220-230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko). 2
SIM Card
Andorra Telecom is the only mobile operator. Prepaid Tarifa S is €10 a month (3 GB and 40 minutes) and Tarifa M is €20 a month (12 GB and 100 minutes), each for 30 days. A prepaid eSIM costs €6 to activate. Extra national data is 2.5 GB for €5, valid 7 days. 21 4
Banking for Expats
MoraBanc, Andbank, and Creand. Online-friendly; Revolut (limited features) and Wise work for spending.
Accommodation
AndorraListings on 23 October 2026 listed 49 long-let homes in Ordino, median asking rent €2,500 a month (€21 per m²). The median is not split by bedrooms. These are asking rents, not signed leases. 8
Cashless Friendly
Yes, cards/contactless accepted almost everywhere, including mountain huts.
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb and Booking.com; Apartaments l'Areny provide mid-term serviced options.
Budget Accommodation
Secret Spot Hostel (La Massana, 5 mins away) - approx €25-€35/night.
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Old Town (Nucli Antic) for stone architecture and museum proximity.
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Segudet or Lower Ordino for quiet surroundings with walking access to the center.

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
Ingeni Coworking has no Ordino address. A day pass is €30 (09:00-19:00) at Carrer de la Constitució 17 in Escaldes-Engordany, or at Europa Passage 1 and Carrer de Pau Casals 10 in Andorra la Vella. 19
Best Cafe for Work
Fleca Font at Carrer de la Vall; quiet atmosphere with good Wi-Fi and pastries.
Networking Events
Andorra Business events and occasional 'Digital Nomad Meetups' organized via Facebook groups.
Social Events for Expats
Expats in Andorra (Facebook) or the 'Andorra Residents' Telegram group.

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
Taxi Andorra (No Uber/Bolt). App: Taxis de Andorra. Call center: +376 812 345.
Bike/Scooter Rental
Cicland (Electric Bike Share) with docking stations in Ordino center. Approx €2/hour.
Best Beach Nearby
Platja de Gavà, Spain (approx. 2.5 hours drive/210km away).
Top Regional Airline
Air Nostrum (operates flights from Andorra–La Seu d'Urgell Airport to Madrid).
Top International Airline
Flights via Barcelona (BCN) or Toulouse (TLS) using Lufthansa, KLM, or Emirates.
Highway Access
CG-3 runs about 29 km from Andorra la Vella and Escaldes-Engordany through La Massana to Ordino and ends at Arcalís. It is the parish's only year-round road out, toward La Massana. The parish borders France; CG-2 to the French border is the Encamp valley, not this road. 16 17
Main Train/Transit Hub
Andorra has no railway. The nearest stations are Puigcerdà in Spain and Gare d'Andorre-L'Hospitalet in France, about 3 km from the border. As of February 2026 Wikivoyage found no bus from L'Hospitalet station into Andorra; national buses run only as far as Pas de la Casa. 2
Public Transport Passes
L6 runs Andorra la Vella, La Massana and Ordino. Visitors pay Cooperativa Interurbana zone fares of €1.85, €3.35, €4.70 or €6.20 one way. A T-10 is €13.75 for 10 trips, valid one year. Monthly passes run from €75.20 in zone 1 to €160.50 in zone 4. The fare page does not name Ordino's zone. Andorrans, and people with legal, effective and permanent residence, get a free unlimited pass on the regular lines. 2 7 9
Regional Travel
Andbus, on the Wikivoyage Andorra page: Barcelona airport €30 one way, and Toulouse-Matabiau or Toulouse-Blagnac about 3 hours at €35 one way. ALSA lists about €29 one way from Barcelona Nord. The coaches serve the capital; L6 continues to Ordino. 2

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell is at Avinguda Fiter i Rossell 13, Escaldes-Engordany (AD700), on the CG-3 from Ordino. SAAS switchboard 871 000. EHIC and GHIC are not valid; visitors need private insurance. 10 12
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Mountain Wellness (Sornàs) - offering yoga and mountain therapy sessions.
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Centre Esportiu d'Ordino. Monthly membership approx €45 (includes pool/sauna).
Laundry Services
Bugaderia Industrial L’Areny; specialized in express cleaning service.

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
CityXerpa (The local 'UberEats' of Andorra). Reliable in the Ordino valley.
Best Local Dish to Try
Trinxat (Cabbage, potato, and bacon mash) at Borda de la Coma.
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Veggie's World (Andorra la Vella) or local salads at Topic (Ordino).
Best Dessert Spots
Pastisseria Casal at Carrer Major for traditional 'Coca de Massegur'.
Affordable Shopping Spots
Fener (Andorra la Vella) or local butchers in Ordino for high-quality meats.
E-commerce/Online Store
Amazon.es (standard delivery takes 3-5 days due to customs).
Grocery Delivery
E.Leclerc Hiper or Carrefour Andorra online via CityXerpa.
Bar/Nightlife Area
Topic in Ordino for drinks; for clubs, head to Escaldes-Engordany (15 mins away).
Local Brewery
Boris Craft Beer (produced in Ordino) available at most local bars.
Wine Bars
Celler d'Ordino - boutique shop and tasting room on Carrer Major.
Street Food Stalls
Specific local markets during festivals; try 'Doner Andorra' in nearby La Massana.
Popular International Cuisine
Topic (Fusion/Mediterranean) and Nou Vertical (Italian-Mountain fusion).

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
La Poste (French) or Correos (Spanish) and DHL Express Andorra.
Tech Repair Services
iReparació Andorra in Escaldes for Apple and PC services.
Table Tennis Spots
Centre Esportiu d'Ordino - indoor recreational facilities.
Language Classes
Servei de Català (Free Catalan courses provided by the Government).
Libraries & Study Spots
Biblioteca Comunal d'Ordino; quiet, free Wi-Fi, mountain views.
Community Centers
L'Agrupa - local association for cultural and youth activities.
Gaming Lounges
What You Play (Escaldes-Engordany) for esports and gaming.
Casino & Gaming Halls
Unnic Andorra (Andorra la Vella), a new luxury casino and entertainment complex.

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Asking prices in Ordino averaged €6,885 per m² on 23 October 2026 (AndorraListings, 339 homes). The average is not split by size or by village, so El Serrat, La Cortinada and the town are mixed. The median was down about 23% since 22 September 2026, so it is unstable. A 40 m² studio at that rate is about €275,400. These are asking prices, not closed sales. 8
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
La Massana, the next parish down the CG-3, averaged €5,605 per m² the same day (523 homes). A 40 m² home at that rate is about €224,200. Asking prices, not closed sales, and not a separate village price inside Ordino. 8
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
The same Ordino asking average, €6,885 per m² on 23 October 2026, is not split by bedrooms. A 60 m² home at that rate is about €413,100. Asking prices, not closed sales. 8
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
La Massana averaged €5,605 per m² on 23 October 2026. A 60 m² home at that rate is about €336,300. Asking prices, not closed sales, and not split by size. 8
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
The same Ordino asking average, €6,885 per m² on 23 October 2026, is not split by bedrooms. An 80 m² home at that rate is about €550,800. Asking prices, not closed sales. 8
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
La Massana averaged €5,605 per m² on 23 October 2026. An 80 m² home at that rate is about €448,400. Asking prices, not closed sales, and not split by size. 8
Corporate Tax
The general corporate tax rate is 10%. A new entrepreneur with turnover under €100,000 pays 5% on the first €50,000 of the tax base for the first three years and 10% above that. 5
Dividend Withholding Tax
Dividends paid by Andorran companies that are subject to Andorran corporate tax are exempt from IRPF for residents (article 5 of the IRPF law), so there is no dividend withholding on those distributions. 6
Tax System
Residents pay IRPF on worldwide income. You are tax resident if you spend more than 183 days in Andorra in the calendar year, or if your centre of economic interests is there. General income is effectively 0% up to €24,000, 5% between €24,000 and €40,000 through a bonus of up to €800, and 10% above €40,000. 5
Highest Income Tax Bracket
10% 5
VAT
IGI, the general indirect tax, is 4.5%. Rates of 0%, 1% and 2.5% apply to listed supplies, and banking and financial services are taxed at 9.5%. 5
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Article 29 bis of the IRPF law is a fiscal-transparency rule. A resident who, alone or with related persons, holds more than 50% of an entity imputes specified passive income when the foreign tax paid is under half the Andorran tax. An active-business exception applies. 6
Property Tax
The Comú taxes built property at €0.75 per m² a year. The location index is 1 for the whole parish. Bare land is exempt. Terraces, parking and storage count at 40%. The minimum bill is €7.50, so a 40 m² flat is €30. Foc i Lloc is a separate residence tax of €27.60 a year for each registered resident aged 18 to 65, not a tax on the building. 15
Property Transaction Tax
The buyer pays ITP at 4% of the real value (1% to the government and 3% to the communes). Ordino's 2026 ordinance sets that communal rate at 3%. 13 15
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
D.3 digital-nomad residence is an initial two-year permit. The holder must live in Andorra at least 90 days a year and show sufficient means and health insurance valid in Andorra. There is no separate nomad tax: tax residence is still 183 days, and ordinary IRPF applies. 5 14

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 28, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. ECB euro reference rate 22 Oct 2026, 1 EUR = 1.1205 USDOfficial
  2. Wikivoyage Andorra, euro, 220-230 V, tap water, L6, no railway, AndbusSecondary
  3. Andorra Telecom prepaid Tarifa S €10/3 GB and Tarifa M €20/12 GBOfficial
  4. Andorra Telecom eSIM activation €6Official
  5. CCIS taxation, IRPF bands, 10% CIT, 4.5% IGIOfficial
  6. IRPF law, article 5 dividends and article 29 bisOfficial
  7. Cooperativa Interurbana zone fares, T-10 and monthly passesOfficial
  8. AndorraListings asking prices 23 Oct 2026Listings
  9. Govern free monthly bus pass, 100% subsidyOfficial
  10. SAAS, Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell addressOfficial
  11. Departament d Estadística, parish estimates 30 Sep 2026Official
  12. FCDO Andorra health, EHIC and GHIC not validOfficial
  13. Govern, ITP 4% (1% state and 3% communes)Official
  14. D.3 digital nomad residence, two years, 90 days, means and insuranceOfficial
  15. Ordino 2026 communal ordinance, property tax, Foc i Lloc and ITP 3%Official
  16. Wikipedia Ordino, CG-3, auditorium, Narciso Yepes, biosphere reserveReference
  17. CG-3, 29 km from the capital through Ordino to ArcalísReference
  18. Wikivoyage Ordino, L6, churches and museumsSecondary
  19. Ingeni day pass €30 at Escaldes, Europa and ÒnixOfficial
  20. Casa d Areny-Plandolit, Carrer Major, admission €7Official
  21. Andorra Telecom February 2026 prepaid catalogue, reused from country prepOfficial

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €5,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €312,000) The same Ordino asking average, €6,885 per m² on 23 October 2026, is not split by…
    • 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €3,900 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €234,000) La Massana averaged €5,605 per m² on 23 October 2026. A 60 m² home at that rate is about…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €4,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €384,000) The same Ordino asking average, €6,885 per m² on 23 October 2026, is not split by…
    • 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €3,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €280,000) La Massana averaged €5,605 per m² on 23 October 2026. An 80 m² home at that rate is about…
    • Accommodation Vacation rentals and luxury chalets. Expected €900–€1,500/month for apartments. AndorraListings on 23 October 2026 listed 49 long-let homes in Ordino, median asking rent…
    26 more changes
    • Annual Events Ordino Classical Music Festival (September/October) and Narciso Yepes Festival. The International Narciso Yepes Festival is a series of classical concerts at the Auditori…
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Specific 'Digital Nomad' residency category with simplified requirements and 10% max tax. D.3 digital-nomad residence is an initial two-year permit. The holder must live in Andorra…
    • Best Coworking Space Ingenia Coworking (Andorra la Vella, 15m drive) or Hive Five. Rates approx €20/day. Ingeni Coworking has no Ordino address. A day pass is €30 (09:00-19:00) at Carrer de la…
    • Best Hospital Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell (Escaldes-Engordany, 15 min drive). Hospital Nostra Senyora de Meritxell is at Avinguda Fiter i Rossell 13, Escaldes-Engordany…
    • City Ordino, Parish of Ordino, Andorra Ordino, the northernmost parish of Andorra, bordering France and the parishes of La…
    • Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules Yes, but generally favorable compared to EU member states. Article 29 bis of the IRPF law is a fiscal-transparency rule. A resident who, alone or…
    • Corporate Tax Standard rate is 10%; reductions available for new companies. The general corporate tax rate is 10%. A new entrepreneur with turnover under €100,000…
    • Currency & Banking 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Andorra uses the Euro despite not being in the EU. Euro (EUR). Andorra uses the euro and is not in the EU. On 22 October 2026 the ECB rate…
    • Dividend Withholding Tax 0% for residents of Andorra. Dividends paid by Andorran companies that are subject to Andorran corporate tax are exempt…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 10% (Maximum rate). 10%
    • Highway Access CG-3 main road connects to Andorra la Vella; CG-2 leads to the French border. CG-3 runs about 29 km from Andorra la Vella and Escaldes-Engordany through La Massana to…
    • Local Heritage UNESCO Creative City of Music designation and strong cattle farming traditions. Ordino has been a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 2020 and was named a UN Tourism Best…
    • Main Train/Transit Hub No trains in Andorra. Closest hub: Puigcerdà (Spain) or L'Hospitalet-près-l'Andorre… Andorra has no railway. The nearest stations are Puigcerdà in Spain and Gare…
    • Must-See Landmarks Casa d'Areny-Plandolit, the only manor house in Andorra left intact. Casa d'Areny-Plandolit, Carrer Major, AD300 Ordino. Most of the manor is mid-19th century…
    • Population Approximately 5,200 Parish estimate 5,855 on 30 September 2026 (communal register 6,162). National estimate…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F Europlugs. 220-230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and F (Europlug and Schuko).
    • Property Tax Nominal local parish tax (Foc i Lloc), approx €20–€50 per year per person. The Comú taxes built property at €0.75 per m² a year. The location index is 1 for the…
    • Property Transaction Tax Flat 4% (2% ITP tax to Government, 2% to the Commune). The buyer pays ITP at 4% of the real value (1% to the government and 3% to the communes)…
    • Public Transport Passes Bus L6 line. Standard ticket €1.90; Monthly pass approx €30 for unlimited parish travel. L6 runs Andorra la Vella, La Massana and Ordino. Visitors pay Cooperativa Interurbana zone…
    • Regional Travel Direct buses (AndBus/DirectBus) to Barcelona El Prat or Toulouse from €35. Andbus, on the Wikivoyage Andorra page: Barcelona airport €30 one way, and…
    • SIM Card Andorra Telecom is the sole provider. Pre-paid 'Hola!' cards cost €15-€30 at Carrer Major. Andorra Telecom is the only mobile operator. Prepaid Tarifa S is €10 a month (3 GB and 40…
    • Studio Purchase Price (City Center) Approx. €5,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €220,000) Asking prices in Ordino averaged €6,885 per m² on 23 October 2026 (AndorraListings, 339…
    • Studio Purchase Price (Outside City) Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €168,000) La Massana, the next parish down the CG-3, averaged €5,605 per m² the same day (523…
    • Tap Water Drinkable; exceptionally high quality mountain spring water. Tap water is drinkable. The mineral content can upset a visitor's stomach at first, and…
    • Tax System Residency-based; 10% flat income tax on income over €40,000. Residents pay IRPF on worldwide income. You are tax resident if you spend more than 183…
    • VAT Called IGI; Standard rate is 4.5%, the lowest in Europe. IGI, the general indirect tax, is 4.5%. Rates of 0%, 1% and 2.5% apply to listed supplies…

    fix pass aligned SIM Card to the country prep catalogue and shared wording, including the €5 data top-up; standardized Highest Income Tax Bracket to 10%; restored the active-business exception in Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules; aligned Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads to neighbouring cities by removing the bond assertion. Updated research attribution and date. Reconfirmed Best Coworking Space, Must-See Landmarks and Best Hospital address, hours and price evidence without changing their values; marked the dated Accommodation and all six purchase-price snapshots as not reverified (andorratelecom.ad, jurisprudencia.ad, ccis.ad, e-tramits.ad, ingeni.ad, museus.ad, saas.ad, andorralistings.com).

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