Is Andorra a French territory?

Is Andorra a French territory?

Its capital, Andorra la Vella, is the highest capital city in Europe, at an elevation of 1,023 metres (3,356 feet) above sea level. The official language is Catalan, but Spanish, Portuguese, and French are also commonly spoken….Andorra.

Principality of Andorra Principat d’Andorra (Catalan)a
ISO 3166 code	AD
Internet TLD	.adf

Why is Andorra not part of France?

Because Andorra was formed as a neutral country between the predecessor states of Spain and France and because their inhabitants want it to be independent. And because they are a member of the UN.

What do you need to know about Andorra?

Andorra sits in the middle of the Pyrenees, a landlocked country tucked in between France and Spain. If you’re thinking of visiting, whether for winter sports or an alternative summer holiday destination, here are 10 things to know before visiting Andorra.

Where is Andorra located on the Iberian Peninsula?

Andorra (/ æ n ˈ d ɔːr ə / , also UK: / æ n ˈ d ɒr ə /; Catalan: ), officially the Principality of Andorra (Catalan: Principat d’Andorra), is a sovereign landlocked microstate on the Iberian Peninsula, in the eastern Pyrenees, bordered by France to the north and Spain to the south.

Is there an embassy of Andorra in Paris?

Andorra’s embassy in Paris is the sole Andorran representation in France. France maintains an embassy in Andorra la Vella. The Andorran embassy is one of 699 foreign representations in France and one of 172 foreign representations in Paris. See more at the France EmbassyPages.

How is the economy of the Principality of Andorra?

The tiny principality of Andorra is located in the high mountains of the Pyrenees between France and Spain. The mainstay of the highly-prosperous economy is tourism, accounting for about 80% of GDP. An estimated 10 million people visit each year, drawn by winter sports, a warm summer climate and duty-free goods.