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Canillo [1] is a parish (administrative division) and town 12km NE of the capital of Andorra between Andorra La Vella and the French border at Pas de la Casa (2085m).

Travel to Canillo - Visa Requirements

Take the CG1 direction Soldeu, Pas de la Casa and France for 12km

Tours and Getting around Canillo

Canillo tourist attractions and sightseeing

  • Sant Joan de Caselles,Phone +376 844 141. Jul-Aug every day, 10AM-1PM; 3PM-6PM. Free-guided tours. The rest of the year only at mass hours. This is a 11th – 12th century church, one of the most beautiful build from Andorra. Lombard Romanesque style At 1 km from Canillo, direction to Pas de la Casa.
  • Meritxell Sanctuary 9:15AM-1PM & 3PM-6PM (July and August from 9:15AM-7PM). From Sep to Jun: Closed Tu. Dedicated to the Virgin of Meritxell, Patron Saint of Andorra. Her Saint’s day, Andorra’s National Holiday, is celebrated on September 8. Initially dated from 12th century, but the built was destroyed by a fire, and a new sanctuary was built (inaugurated in 1976). Free admission.
  • The cross of seven arms. M-F from 8AM-5PM. It is in the track between Canillo and Prats. Gothic style. Initially had 7 arms, but one was lost. The original one it is in the Council hall.
  • Canillo town Very interesting sight to visit because of the buildings of the old core.

Canillo city tours

Canillo souvenirs and shopping

Canillo Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Canillo nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Canillo cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

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