Sant Julià de Lòria, Andorra 🇦🇩
#1171
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Nomad Score:
57%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
41%
Weight: 150
Andorra overall is moderately expensive due to its tax-free status attracting wealthier residents; Sant Julià de Lòria is slightly more affordable than Andorra la Vella but still above average.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
37%
Weight: 80
Limited rental options with relatively high prices compared to other small towns, driven by demand from tourists and residents.
🍎 Food & Groceries
52%
Weight: 40
Groceries are moderately priced with some imported goods being expensive; local markets offer reasonable prices.
🚌 Transportation Cost
78%
Weight: 20
Public transportation is affordable and efficient within Andorra; taxis and car rentals are moderately priced.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
45%
Weight: 15
Entertainment options are limited and somewhat pricey due to the small size of the town and tourist focus.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with moderate pricing, though fewer options than larger cities.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Uses the Euro unofficially; highly stable currency with strong European backing.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
73%
Weight: 100
Good fiber-optic internet available with speeds suitable for remote work, though not as fast as major European cities.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
21%
Weight: 40
Very limited coworking spaces; most digital nomads rely on cafes or work from accommodation.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
65%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer WiFi, but the overall number is limited due to the small population.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
50%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are welcoming to remote workers but lack dedicated facilities like power outlets or quiet zones.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
30%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; more popular among tourists and skiers.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Excellent balance with access to nature, low crime, and a relaxed lifestyle.
🌳 Environmental Quality
92%
Weight: 15
High mountain air quality and well-preserved natural environment.
🧼 Cleanliness
87%
Weight: 10
Very clean town with good public maintenance.
🗨️ Language Barrier
55%
Weight: 30
Catalan is official language; Spanish, French, and English are commonly spoken but less so in smaller towns.
💨 Air Quality
94%
Weight: 15
Excellent air quality due to mountainous location and low pollution.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
79%
Weight: 20
Good healthcare facilities with access to nearby hospitals in Andorra la Vella and cross-border options.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
65%
Weight: 25
Healthcare is affordable due to social security system but private care can be costly.
🏥 Healthcare
78%
Weight: 20
Reliable healthcare system with multilingual staff and good emergency services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
72%
Weight: 80
Mountain climate with cold winters and mild summers; suitable for those who enjoy seasonal variation but not extreme heat.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
89%
Weight: 10
Low risk of natural disasters; occasional snow-related hazards but generally safe.
🏞️ Green Spaces
95%
Weight: 10
Abundant green spaces and proximity to mountains and hiking trails.
❄️ Air Conditioning
40%
Weight: 15
Limited need for air conditioning due to cooler climate; many buildings lack AC.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
83%
Weight: 10
Distinct seasons with snowy winters and pleasant summers.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
67%
Weight: 20
Rich Catalan culture with local festivals but limited cultural events compared to larger cities.
🌃 Nightlife
32%
Weight: 15
Very limited nightlife options; mostly quiet evenings with few bars or clubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
98%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, skiing, and mountain activities.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
50%
Weight: 10
Some opportunities to learn Catalan and Spanish locally but limited formal language schools.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
60%
Weight: 10
Good options for mountain tours and cultural experiences, though limited variety.
🎳 Indoors Fun
40%
Weight: 10
Few indoor entertainment venues; mostly small cinemas and local events.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
55%
Weight: 25
Decent local cuisine with Catalan and French influences; limited international options.
🧠 Yoga Studios
38%
Weight: 10
Few dedicated yoga studios; some fitness centers offer classes.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
55%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
62%
Weight: 15
Moderate availability of healthy food, with local markets offering fresh produce.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
85%
Weight: 20
Central European Time (CET) is favorable for European and some global remote work schedules.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
30%
Weight: 25
Limited professional networking events due to small size and low digital nomad presence.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
25%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is minimal; most remote workers rely on global online jobs.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
28%
Weight: 20
Very small freelance community locally.
🏢 Coworking Quality
20%
Weight: 30
Few coworking spaces with basic facilities; not comparable to larger cities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
30%
Weight: 15
Limited startup ecosystem; Andorra is developing but still nascent.
💳 Local Payment Services
60%
Weight: 10
Standard European payment services available; some limitations due to small market.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
55%
Weight: 15
Growing interest in crypto but limited local infrastructure.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
35%
Weight: 30
No airport in Andorra; nearest airports are in Spain and France, requiring 1-2 hour transfers.
🚇 Public Transit
68%
Weight: 20
Good bus connections within Andorra; limited but functional.
🚶 Walkability
70%
Weight: 20
Small town with walkable center but hilly terrain.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
20%
Weight: 15
No major ride-sharing apps operating locally.
🚲 Cycling
65%
Weight: 10
Good for mountain biking; road cycling is challenging due to terrain.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
50%
Weight: 15
Limited intercity public transport; mostly buses to nearby cities.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
40%
Weight: 10
Some bike rentals available; scooter rentals are rare.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
80%
Weight: 20
Good 4G coverage throughout the town and surrounding areas.
🔒 VPN Reliability
90%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
85%
Weight: 15
Stable power supply with rare outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Limited public WiFi hotspots; mostly available in cafes and some public areas.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
40%
Weight: 40
Andorra has strict visa policies; no digital nomad visa; Schengen visa required for most.
📊 Tax Friendliness
88%
Weight: 30
Favorable tax regime with no income tax, attracting many residents.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
85%
Weight: 15
Generally free society with respect for speech.
🏛️ Political Stability
90%
Weight: 20
Highly stable political environment.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
45%
Weight: 15
Banking is strict with high documentation requirements; not very easy for foreigners.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
50%
Weight: 10
Moderate bureaucracy; small market but straightforward processes.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
35%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
15%
Weight: 25
Very few or no dedicated nomad events or meetups.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
20%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or community for digital nomads.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
97%
Weight: 100
Very safe with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; small diverse population but generally respectful.