Encamp
Visited in 2017 and 2025
At a glance
- Country
- Andorra
- Region
- Encamp
- Population
- 13,000
- Best time to go
- December to March, June to September
- Main airport
- None — nearest major airport is Barcelona El Prat (BCN)
- Coordinates
- 42.53°N, 1.58°E
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Overview
Encamp is a small valley town in central Andorra, best known as the starting point of the Funicamp cable car up to the Grandvalira ski area. Its parish stretches all the way to Pas de la Casa on the French border.
It is quieter and often cheaper than the capital, with Romanesque churches and good walking within easy reach. In winter it fills with skiers, and in summer with hikers.
Things to see
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Photo: Aurélien PASCAUD, CC BY-SA 4.0 Funicamp
A long cable car that lifts you from the town centre up to the Grandvalira slopes in a matter of minutes.
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Photo: , Public domain Sant Romà de les Bons
A tiny Romanesque church beside a ruined castle on a rocky outcrop, with views down the valley.
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Photo: Андрей Романенко, CC BY-SA 4.0 National Automobile Museum
A collection of vintage cars, motorbikes and bicycles telling the story of motoring in Andorra.
Tickets and tours
Things to do
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Photo: Jcb-caz-11, CC BY-SA 4.0 Ski Grandvalira
The largest ski area in the Pyrenees, with long runs linking several resorts above Encamp.
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Photo: Occitandu34, Public domain Walk to Lake Engolasters
A gentle trail through pine forest to a lake in the hills between Encamp and Escaldes.
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Photo: Cevenol2, CC BY-SA 2.0 fr Visit Pas de la Casa
The lively ski village on the French border, known for its slopes and après-ski.
Where to stay
Encamp centre
Near the Funicamp, good value and handy for both skiing and the capital.
Hotels in Encamp centrePas de la Casa
Right on the slopes in winter, but lively and some distance from the rest of Andorra.
Hotels in Pas de la Casa
Getting around
Buses run along the main valley road, and the Funicamp connects the town with the ski area in winter. A car helps for reaching trailheads higher up.
Buses from Barcelona airport run to Andorra la Vella, a short bus or taxi ride from Encamp.
When to go
Ski season runs roughly from December to April. Summer is ideal for hiking, and spring and autumn are very quiet.
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Guide last checked October 2026. Opening times and prices change, so check before you go.
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