Andorra: was man vor der Reise wissen sollte
Das Wichtigste
- Andorra is outside Schengen. Check French or Spanish transit and re-entry requirements before booking.
- Winter tyres or snow chains are required from 1 November to 15 May.
- Check your mobile plan: EU roaming allowances do not automatically cover Andorra.
Einreise und Visa
Andorra does not require a tourist visa; tourist stays are limited to 90 days. Access is through France or Spain, so you must meet their Schengen entry rules. If you need a Schengen visa, it must permit at least two entries for a trip into Andorra and back; repeated crossings require multiple entries.
Gültigkeit des Reisepasses: For transit via France or Spain, non-EU passports normally must be issued within 10 years and valid 3 months after planned Schengen departure.
An der Grenze kann verlangt werden
- Hotels and tourist apartments register overnight guests; provide your passport details.
Zoll
- Andorra is outside the EU; purchases taken back into France or Spain are subject to customs allowances.
Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: visitandorra.com ↗, visitandorra.com ↗, gov.uk ↗
Geld
Bargeld und Karten sind beide üblich. Karten werden fast überall akzeptiert.
Zahlungsnetze: Visa, Mastercard, Amex
Apple Pay — funktioniert teilweise · Google Pay — keine Daten
Wo man gut wechselt
- Banks offer currency exchange and cash machines; compare the quoted fees before exchanging.
- International credit cards are widely accepted. Ask your issuer about your specific card and mobile wallet.
- Apple lists this country for Apple Pay with participating banks/cards; actual payment also depends on the merchant and card issuer.
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Regeln und Verbote
Verboten
- Drinking alcohol in the street is illegal.
- Possession and use of illegal drugs can lead to expulsion, fines or imprisonment.
Gesetze, gegen die Reisende unwissentlich verstoßen
- From 1 November to 15 May, use winter tyres or carry snow chains.
Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: gov.uk ↗
Kultur und Kleidung
Religion: Catholicism is the main religious tradition; the constitution protects freedom of religion.
Kleidung: Choose layers and suitable footwear for mountain visits; dress for the conditions rather than the temperature in the valley.
Umgangsformen
- Catalan is the official language; Spanish and French are also commonly spoken.
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Klima
High mountain climate: long cold winters and milder summers, with substantial differences by altitude. Rain can affect spring, summer and autumn. The monthly notes are broad seasonal guidance, not forecasts or guaranteed snow conditions.
Monat für Monat
- Januar: Jan: winter; check snow and avalanche warnings
- Februar: Feb: winter; check snow and avalanche warnings
- März: Mar: check snow conditions before mountain activities
- April: Apr: spring; prepare for rain and mountain cold
- Mai: May: spring; prepare for rain and mountain cold
- Juni: Jun: summer; take layers and rain protection
- Juli: Jul: summer; take layers and rain protection
- August: Aug: summer; take layers and rain protection
- September: Sep: autumn; prepare for rain and mountain cold
- Oktober: Oct: autumn; prepare for rain and mountain cold
- November: Nov: winter equipment required for driving
- Dezember: Dec: winter; check snow and avalanche warnings
Beste Reisezeit: Choose the season for your activity: winter sports depend on snow; check local trail and weather conditions for hiking.
Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: visitandorra.com ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Was einpacken
- Passport and documents for Schengen re-entry
- Layers, waterproofs and suitable walking shoes
- Winter tyres or snow chains for winter road trips
Nicht mitnehmen / Einfuhr verboten
- Mountain activities without suitable insurance and weather checks
Praktisches
Steckdosen: 220 V according to the official 2025 tourism guide; check your device label.
Wasser: Tap water is generally safe to drink.
Verkehr: Rechtsverkehr
Mobilfunk und eSIM: Check whether your operator includes Andorra in its roaming tariff. Andorra Telecom is the local operator.
Versicherung: For hiking or skiing, arrange cover including rescue and medical evacuation.
Geprüft am 30. Oktober 2026 · Quellen: visitandorra.com ↗, travel.state.gov ↗, api.ireland.ie ↗, visitandorra.com ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
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