The Mirador Roc del Quer offers a spectacular panoramic view and vertigo sensations. The tourist attraction of the Comú de Canillo was inaugurated in July 2016. If it was already one of the enclaves with the most splendid views of the valleys of Montaup and Valira d'Orient, from Soldeu to Encamp, its remodeling made it time to recover its tourist interest thanks to the incorporation of a vacuum platform. It is the first of these characteristics installed in the Pyrenees. To experience the sensation of a 500-meter free fall promises to turn the Roc del Quer viewpoint into another of Andorra's scenic points of interest. The 20-meter long platform, of which about 12 meters run into the void, has been designed by the Enginesa de Andorra studio. The iron sculpture with the figure of a man sitting on the beam at the edge of the abyss stands out from the viewpoint.
Ordino Arcalís offers you the chance to enjoy one of the most spectacular panoramic views of Andorra and the Pyrenees by climbing to the solar viewpoint of Tristaina. The viewpoint is located at the summit of Peyreguils (2701 m) near the border with France, surrounded by the rest of the peaks that make up the Tristaina cirque: Costa Rodona, Tristaina itself, Creussans and Cabanyó. The Tristaina viewpoint, a spherical platform suspended 25 meters in diameter over the Peyreguils peak, is a privileged observation point. The lookout is a sundial, since the 27-meter central pole that supports the sphere is inclined at 42.55°, which makes it mark the time on the same circumference. The name "solar viewpoint" also refers to the natural phenomenon that can only be seen once a year at the Arcalís peak. On August 7, at 7:37 a.m., the sun is visible for 3 minutes through a large hole between its stones. This extraordinary fact makes the peak also known as the Solar Mountain.
Built in medieval times, it dates from 1820. It is formed entirely of stone and consists of a semicircular arch, a cobbled roadway and a small wall. It has a height of 10 meters. In this parish you will see, in addition to the bridge of the Tosca, other bridges, since in the past it was the only form of communication between the different nuclei of the parish: in this population converge the two rivers of the Valira - Valira del nord and Valira d'Orient - and the river of the Madriu. As a curiosity, it is worth mentioning that you will recognize this bridge in the silhouette of the coat of arms of the parish of Escaldes-Engordany.
This beautiful downhill walk begins on the plateau of San Ermengol. If we go to the right of the stream, heading north, we can go to the oratory of San Antoni de la Grella, where we can see the water catchment of the stream and the Romanesque bridge of San Antoni. To follow this itinerary we will have to take the path on the left. The reguera is oriented towards the valley of Andorra la Vella, making a turn to the southwest. As we walk, we will be able to see a large number of orchards where the farmers of the parish grow their own food. If we continue walking, we will see that a couple of meters above the gully, there is a picnic area with a magnificent viewpoint.
Built in the 15th century, the bridge of La Margineda is the largest and most slender medieval bridge preserved in Andorra. It is located on the royal road that went from Sant Julià de Lòria to Andorra la Vella (it is currently located east of the Margineda traffic circle). The structure passes over the Valira River, the main river of the country. It is 33 meters long and has a single arch with a span of nine and a half meters (arch width).
The Grau de la Llosa viewpoint will undoubtedly show you one of the most spectacular views of the Principality. Located at the highest point of the Quer plateau, this viewpoint offers a panoramic view over the valleys of Sorteny, Rialb and Arcalís. Wooden benches, an identifying totem and an orientation map complete the space. This viewpoint is located in an area of easy access and the route to access it is of moderate level. However, we recommend you to be properly equipped with appropriate clothing and footwear and bring water, sunglasses and sunscreen, among other accessories. As for the fauna, you can observe the accentor, the coal tit, the crested tit, the wren and the green woodpecker, among other birds. You can also contemplate the flight of the majestic eagles, such as the short-toed eagle or the golden eagle.
Located at an altitude of 1896 meters, at km. 4 of the CS520 road from the village of Arinsal, is the Roca de la Sabina viewpoint. From here, you can appreciate the destructive passage of an avalanche that fell in 1996 on the village of Arinsal. You can also admire the alpine meadows, which are formed at 2300 meters and occupy most of the Andorran territory, and are inhabited by a variety of insects and livestock in the grazing season. Enjoy the views and take the opportunity to observe high mountain birds, which live here all year round, such as the raven or the red-billed chough, and seasonal birds such as the alpine accentor in winter or the black redstart and the greenfinch in summer.
Sant Julià de Lòria is one of the parishes of Andorra where you can best enjoy outdoor lunches and snacks. It has numerous rest areas, such as the four in the Comabella area. Another proof of this is the Coll de la Plana picnic area, located at the top of the Peguera road (CS131), at km 6.95. It is at a strategic point, just when the pass is crowned. A green and perfectly equipped area that offers travelers everything they need to make a very special stop along the way. Among other things, it has 5 tables with attached seats and 2 barbecues inside a stone hut, sheltered from wind and rain. Of course, it has a container for the garbage generated and a small parking area for half a dozen vehicles. And, of course, the picnic area Coll de la Plana also offers magnificent views of the parish and a drinking fountain.
Mirador del Toll Bullidor is an easy trail of 1km more or less, 30 min. linear route, with some descents and ascents that runs through the natural environment of the parish of Canillo. The route starts from the Molleres bridge, a few meters from the Meritxell traffic circle towards Canillo. We will find a fountain next to some stairs, from this point we will take the path signposted to the Toll Bullidor with an indicative panel, taking the detour to the left and passing under the bridge of the Molletes there is a small open field to leave the car. We will begin the walk through an idyllic setting and reach the first viewpoint, from where we can see the beautiful village of Meritxell and the Sanctuary. We will continue the path always parallel to the river until we reach some stairs that go down with chains that help you to go down or up, as the slope is steep. In a few minutes we see the viewpoint, which is suspended in the air, just go down some metal stairs to get down from where you can see spectacular views of the waterfall of Toll Bullidor.
Located at an altitude of over 2000 meters above sea level, in an over-width of the road, you will find the Coll de la Botella viewpoint, which will not leave you indifferent. Located next to the famous sculpture "Storm in a teacup" -created by the artist Dennis Oppenheim-, you will enjoy a panoramic view over the entire valley of La Massana: you can see the villages of Pal, Erts and Arinsal and you can also contemplate the Sorteny Valley Natural Park, in the parish of Ordino, or even the Comapedrosa Natural Park, where the highest peak of the Principality is located. It should be noted that this viewpoint is located at the roadside, at kilometer 13.3 of the CG-4, where there is also a very wide and paved space to park your vehicle.
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