Motorhomes in Andorra 2026: regulations, areas, and routes

Andorra allows the entry of motorhomes and camper vans, but applies one of Europe's strictest regulations regarding free overnight stays. As of May 27, 2026, the Andorran Police will impose fines of 600 euros for sleeping outside designated areas —reducible to 300 if paid on the spot.

This article gathers all the verified information you need before crossing the border: what is exactly prohibited and what is not, where to park during the day, where to sleep legally, how to access the Principality, and what to do when you arrive, both in summer and winter.

Can you go to Andorra in a motorhome? The regulations you need to know before leaving

Yes, you can, but with clear conditions. Andorra does not prohibit the entry or circulation of motorhomes. What it precisely regulates is where you can stay overnight and what is considered camping. If you travel without knowing this distinction, you risk a penalty.

What the law says about motorhome overnight stays in Andorra

The legal basis is Law 16/2017, of July 13, general for tourist accommodation, reinforced by Law 5/2025, of March 6, for sustainable growth and the right to housing. The regulations prohibit overnight stays or camping with a motorhome, caravan, camper, or any van equipped for accommodation, outside of:

• authorized campsites,
• designated camping areas,
• duly registered motorhome stopover areas.

How much is the fine for overnight stays outside a designated area

The grace period that authorities had maintained for travelers to become familiar with the regulations ended on May 27, 2026, following an agreement between the Police and the Ministry of Tourism and Commerce. From that moment on, penalties will be systematically applied.

The police have reinforced surveillance in areas where motorhomes usually gathered, such as the Engolasters area.

What is the difference between parking and camping: the distinction that can cost you 600 euros

Andorran regulations precisely define what constitutes an infraction.

Legal parking: the vehicle occupies only the delimited parking space and does not deploy any external elements. There is no infraction.

Prohibited camping outside designated areas: occurs when any of these situations happen;

• chocks, wedges, or stabilizing legs are used,
• the awning, folding windows, tables, chairs, or other accessories that extend the vehicle's perimeter are deployed,
• emissions, noises, or waste beyond those of the engine itself are generated.

Prohibited overnight stay outside designated areas: there are occupants inside the motorhome during nighttime hours in an unauthorized location.

The combination of both (overnight stay and camping outside designated areas) is the most frequent infraction and the one that concentrates police controls.

Where to park your motorhome during the day? Daytime parking by parish

Andorra has a network of specific parking areas for motorhomes, campers, and equipped vans, distributed throughout all parishes. These spaces allow for proper daytime parking —without deploying external elements— while you visit the area. For overnight stays, it is mandatory to move to a campsite or designated area.

Encamp and Pas de la Casa

• Terres Primeres Alt Parking
• Pas de la Casa Parking
• Cortals d'Encamp
• Les Feixes del Funicamp Parking
• Les Pardines Parking

Ordino

• Prat de Vilella Parking

La Massana

• Borda de Torres Parking

Andorra la Vella

• Canrodes Parking(currently enabled as daytime parking; the Comú d'Andorra la Vella is working on its conversion to an overnight stay area)

Sant Julià de Lòria

• River Motorhome Parking
• Feixes del Rabató

Escaldes-Engordany

• Camí de la Font de la Roda Motorhome Parking
• Prat del Roure Motorhome Parking
• Veedors Parking
• Camí Font de la Closa Parking

Where to legally sleep with a motorhome in Andorra?

Legal overnight stay options are divided into three types: campsites, camping areas, and overnight areas at ski resorts.

Campsites with pitches for motorhomes

Andorra has five registered campsites. All of them have pitches adapted for motorhomes and campers. Usual services include electrical hook-up, emptying and filling area, showers, and laundry, although exact features and prices should be consulted directly with each establishment.

All campsites are registered with the ROAT (Registre d'Ocupació dels Allotjaments Turístics) of the Government of Andorra and apply the tourist tax in force since July 1, 2022.

Official camping areas

• Font de Ferrosins (Canillo): designated camping area in a natural mountain environment.

Motorhome overnight areas at ski resorts

Grandvalira Resorts has a specific area in La Caubella de Pal, with 23 pitches enabled for motorhomes.

It is mainly designed for the winter season and allows overnight stays near the slopes. Work is underway to expand capacity in upcoming seasons.

New overnight areas under development: status in August 2026

The offer of enabled spaces is growing. These are the confirmed projects at the time of publication of this article:

The status of these spaces may have changed since publication. Verify their current situation before planning your route based on them.

What are 'àrees d'acollida' and 'àrees d'estada'? The two official categories

Decree 118/2023, of March 8, which approves the Regulation on the classification of tourist accommodation establishments in the camping modality, introduces two specific categories for motorhomes:

Motorhome reception areas (Annex 5 of Decree 118/2023)

These are spaces designed for the reception and stopping of motorhomes, with basic supply services. Their function is to facilitate a brief stay with the minimum equipment required by the regulation.

Motorhome stay areas (Annex 6 of Decree 118/2023)

These are spaces designed for longer stays, with a superior provision of services and with overnight stays expressly permitted.

Both categories require registration with the Government of Andorra and must comply with the specific requirements of each annex. Only spaces registered and classified in one of these categories —or as a campsite or camping area— are legally valid for overnight stays.

This distinction is relevant because not all areas that appear to be "enabled" are formally so. Before assuming a location is valid, check that it is published on VisitAndorra or registered in the ROAT.

How to enter Andorra with a motorhome? Accesses and roads

Andorra has two international land entries: one from Spain and one from France. There is no direct toll highway access to the Andorran border.

From Spain: border of Sant Julià de Lòria (CG1)

Access from Spain is via the N-145 from La Seu d'Urgell, which connects with the Andorran CG1 (General Road No. 1). It is the most used access from Barcelona, Madrid, and the rest of the Peninsula.

From France: border of Pas de la Casa / Port d'Envalira (CG2)

Access from France is via the RN-22 from Hospitalet-près-l'Andorre, which connects with the Andorran CG2. The Port d'Envalira exceeds 2,400 meters in altitude and may be closed or have restrictions in winter. Check the road status before departing in the cold season.

Traffic restrictions on Andorran roads

Decree 565/2023, of December 20, establishes restricted conditions and schedules for certain categories of special vehicles on the country's main roads, including sections of the CG1, CG2, and CG3A (Túnel de les Dos Valires, which connects Andorra la Vella with Ordino).

This decree primarily affects heavy-tonnage vehicles for goods transport. Standard tourist motorhomes are not, in principle, included in the restricted categories, but it is recommended to verify this point directly with Mobilitat Andorra if your vehicle exceeds usual dimensions or weights, or if you plan to travel on these roads during high-demand dates and times.

Documentation, customs, and allowances

Andorra does not belong to the European Union. When crossing the border in both directions, there are customs controls with specific limits for alcohol, tobacco, coffee, and other products, which vary depending on whether you are leaving for Spain or France. The exact amounts valid in 2026 are available in the official customs allowances PDF. Consult it before making purchases with departure in mind.

Chains and winter tires: when they are mandatory

In Andorra, it is mandatory to carry mounted chains or winter tires when road conditions require it. This applies especially to:

• access via the Port d'Envalira (CG2) during snow season,
• roads accessing ski resorts,
• any mountain road with snow or ice accumulation.

To know the real-time status of Andorran roads, consult Mobilitat Andorra at mobilitat.ad.

Motorhome route through Andorra in summer

Summer is the most comfortable season to travel through the Principality by motorhome. Roads are clear, temperatures are mild, and the outdoor activity offerings cover all traveler profiles. The country can be traversed from end to end in three or four days.

First day: entry via Sant Julià de Lòria and Andorra la Vella

The entry from the south, via the CG1 from La Seu d'Urgell, places you directly in Sant Julià de Lòria. It's a good parish to start: it has parking areas enabled for motorhomes and direct access to the capital. From here you can go up to Andorra la Vella to explore the commercial axis and, if you wish, the thermal complex of Caldea in Escaldes-Engordany. For the first night, Camping Valira in Andorra la Vella is the closest option with verified overnight stay.

Second day: Ordino and the north of the Principality

From the capital, the route continues via the CG3A (Túnel de les Dos Valires) towards Ordino. The Ordino valley is one of the quietest in the country and offers high mountain landscapes with comfortable access from the road. Daytime parking available at Prat de Vilella. From here, you can access the Tristaina Lakes on foot, one of the most frequented hiking routes in the country.

The Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is accessible from different points of the Principality. Check access conditions and trail status before planning your stage.

Third day: Canillo and Encamp

Canillo is the parish with the most overnight stay options for motorhome users: it concentrates three of the country's five campsites and the Font de Ferrosins camping area. From here you can visit the Palau de Gel, explore the Grandvalira surroundings in its summer version —hiking, mountain biking, via ferrata— and travel to Encamp to access the Funicamp. Daytime parking available at les Feixes del Funicamp.

Fourth day: Pas de la Casa and exit via France

If the route ends in the north, the CG2 takes you to Pas de la Casa —with parking enabled for motorhomes— and from there to Port d'Envalira and the French border. In summer the road is open and in good condition.

Motorhome route through Andorra in winter: skiing from your vehicle

Andorra is one of the most accessible snow destinations in Southern Europe. Traveling by motorhome in winter is perfectly possible, but requires more planning than in summer.

Which ski resorts are accessible by motorhome

The main ski areas of the Principality —Grandvalira (with sectors in Grau Roig, Pas de la Casa, Soldeu, El Tarter, Canillo and Encamp) and Pal Arinsal— have road access for private vehicles. The Arcalís resort (Ordino) is located in a more secluded valley with access from Ordino via the CG3.

In all cases, driving in winter requires mounted chains or winter tires in snowy or icy conditions.

Where to park during the day at the resorts

Ski resort car parks allow daytime motorhome parking as long as the vehicle does not deploy external elements. Specific conditions for each car park may vary by season. Consult directly with Grandvalira Resorts or Pal Arinsal before your visit.

Where to stay overnight during the snow season

The currently verified specific overnight parking area for motorhomes in a ski environment is the Caubella de Pal area (Grandvalira Resorts), with 23 designated spaces.

The campsites in Canillo (Santa Creu, Casal, Janramon) and Xixerella in La Massana are the usual alternative for those who want a campsite base during the snow season. Verify directly with each establishment if they remain open in winter, as their opening periods may vary.

Can I book accommodation?

You can also book your ideal accommodation in our Accommodation section and enjoy Andorra with all the comfort you need. Find the perfect place to rest, unwind, and make the most of your stay in the heart of the Pyrenees.

Essential equipment for traveling by motorhome in Andorra in winter

• Approved chains or winter tires (mandatory when conditions require it)
• Battery in good condition: average minimum temperatures are around -2 ºC, with more extreme values at higher altitudes
• Heating system checked before departure
• Antifreeze at correct levels
• Sufficient fuel: petrol stations in high mountain areas are scarce
• Warm clothing accessible from inside the vehicle without needing to go outside

Practical tips before crossing the border

Roaming and mobile coverage

Andorra is not part of the European Union. European roaming charges do not automatically apply when crossing the border. Your phone may connect to Andorran networks and incur unexpected charges. Consult your operator before your trip or activate a local SIM card if you anticipate intensive data usage during your stay.

The tourist tax in campsites and designated areas

Since July 1, 2022, all registered tourist accommodations in Andorra —including campsites and motorhome areas— apply the tourist tax (IEAT), regulated by Law 19/2022. It is an amount per person per night that the establishment charges along with the accommodation price. Its amount varies according to the category of the establishment.

Customs allowances when leaving Andorra

When leaving for Spain or France, there are controls with limits for alcohol, tobacco, coffee, and other products. To avoid surprises, check official websites for the exact permitted quantities. Limits vary depending on the destination country.

Common mistakes made by motorhome users in Andorra

• Sleeping in mountain areas or lake car parks —such as the Engolasters area— assuming there is no control. As of May 2026, these are precisely the areas with reinforced surveillance.
• Deploying the awning or placing chairs in a public car park thinking "it's just for a moment". That is already camping in the legal sense of the term and can result in a penalty.
• Not checking if the chosen campsite is open before arriving, especially in winter or low season.
• Assuming that European roaming covers Andorra. It does not.
• Planning entry from the north on snowy days without checking the status of Port d'Envalira. During heavy snowfall, it may be temporarily closed.

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