Pic Negre de Claror

Pic Negre de Claror is a distinctive mountain peak rising to 2,644 meters, located in southern Andorra within the UNESCO World Heritage Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley. Its name, 'Negre' (Black), refers to the dark coloration of its geological composition, primarily consisting of metamorphic schists and dark granitoids. Geomorphologically, the peak serves as a drainage divide between the Claror and Perafita river basins. The vegetation on its slopes is characterized by sparse alpine tundra and rocky outcrops where specialized flora, such as the Pyrenean gentian, can be found. Historically, the area around the summit was significant for traditional pastoralism and small-scale iron mining, with archaeological sites documenting centuries of human interaction with the high-altitude landscape. From the summit, hikers are rewarded with sweeping views across the Spanish border towards the Cerdanya valley. Pic Negre de Claror remains a key destination for those seeking the isolation and pristine nature of Andorra's protected wilderness.

History & landmarks

River Mall and Business Center

The River Centre Comercial is a key commercial hub in the south.

Epizen Shopping Centre

Epizen is the largest shopping mall located near the Spanish border.

Andorra National Congress Center

The congress center is the driver for business tourism in Andorra.

Financial Center at Prat de la Creu

Prat de la Creu is the administrative and financial center of Andorra.

General Council of Andorra

The modern seat of the Andorran parliament, located right next to the historic Casa de la Vall.

Pyrénées Department Store

Grans Magatzems Pyrénées is the country's most traditional department store.

Caldea Spa Building

The striking Caldea building, with its 80-meter glass spire, is a landmark of modern architecture.

Nature

Pic d'Aixeus

Pic d'Aixeus is a 2,227-meter-high mountain in southern Andorra.

Pic de la Portelleta

The highest peak in the Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Pic de Salòria

At 2,789 meters, Pic de Salòria is one of the highest mountains in southwestern Andorra.

More places

Sant Cerni de Nagol

A small mountain church perched above Sant Julià de Lòria, known for its strategic rocky location.

South Sant Julià Logistics Hub

This center serves as the main transit point for imports from Spain.

Old Reig Tobacco Factory

Fàbrica Reig was for decades the industrial heart of Sant Julià.

Galland Industrial Factory

This facility is one of the few remaining tobacco product factories.

Sant Serni de Nagol

A tiny 11th-century Romanesque church perched spectacularly on a cliffside overlooking the Sant Julià valley.

Balma de la Margineda

This prehistoric archaeological site under a rock shelter is one of the most important locations for researching Andorra's early settlement.

Margineda Bridge

This 15th-century medieval bridge is the largest of its kind in Andorra and crosses the Valira River.

Sant Vicenç d'Enclar

This archaeological site features the ruins of a 9th-century church and an ancient medieval fortification located on a hilltop.