Religious site
Our Lady of Meritxell
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Our Lady of Meritxell is Andorra's national sanctuary, a modern basilica rebuilt after a fire in 1972. The church's contemporary design, with its angular stone walls and large stained-glass windows, contrasts with the traditional Romanesque statue of the Virgin of Meritxell housed inside. Visitors come to admire the serene interior, the outdoor esplanade with views of the surrounding mountains, and the adjacent small museum explaining the legend of the saint. It's a place of pilgrimage and quiet reflection, deeply tied to Andorran identity.
Don't miss
- View the original 12th-century Romanesque statue of Our Lady of Meritxell, saved from the 1972 fire.
- Walk the outdoor esplanade and gardens for panoramic mountain vistas.
- Explore the small museum detailing the history and legend of the patron saint.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Our Lady of Meritxell
You can visit Our Lady of Meritxell on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
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