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Ordino town, Andorra

Avinguda del Casamanya, Ordino, Ordino

Description

Ordino is a small town in north-western Andorra known for its well-preserved medieval center and considered to be the cultural center of the Principality. The origin of the name is pre-Roman and there are references to a settlement there as early as the 9th century. Economically, iron ore mining and iron works were key. The main sights include the 12th century Romanesque churches of Sant Corneli i Sant Cebrià and Sant Martí de la Cortinada, the Postal and Postcard Museum of Andorra, the Miniature Museum, and the Manor houses such as Fiter-Riba and Casa Rossell.

Access & Transport

The town is 2km from La Massana on the CG-3, 8km north of Andorra la Vella and 15km from Canillo (CG-3/CG-2) The nearest cities with international airports are Toulouse in France (190km) and Barcelona in Spain (210km)

Instructions & Recommendations

When exploring the town, you should take the time to visit either the Postal Museum or the Museum of Miniatures. There are also good hiking opportunities nearby.

Meta review

Ordino is widely considered a must see for any visitor to Andorra. Online reviews suggest the Casa d'Areny-Plandolit, Museum of Miniatures, the Church of Sant Corneli i Sant Cebrià an the Postal Museum are the most popular and all receive positive feedback - without being considered exceptional. The church in particular is well rated for its stone walls and altarpiece whilst for the Casa d'Areny-Plandolit it is the well-furnished interior and the gardens that receive special praise.

Environmental & Social

The main activities in the town have a low carbon footprint. Tourism is a welcome injection of activity and revenues in the local economy

Conclusion

Ordino is a charming medieval village and one of the key sights in the Andorran Principality. It isn't large but holds a few cultural attractions and can be used as a base for exploring the country over 2-3 days

Key positive

The cultural center of Andorra

Beautiful natural environment

Key negative

No standout attraction worth a long-range drive

Suitability

Accessible for wheelchair users but some assistance may be required in places (there are cobblestone paths)

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

May 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 30m

est. visit time:1h 30m

Sunlight based

Sunrise / early morningNo

MorningOk

Lunch timeOk

AfternoonOk

Sunset / eveningOk

Night – bef. midnightNo

Night – aft. midnightNo

Pricing
Free

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