Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley, Protected glacial valley in Encamp, Andorra
The Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley spans 4,247 hectares of land with steep terrains, mountain ridges, high pastures, and dense forest areas through southeastern Andorra.
The valley preserves centuries of human activity, including iron smelting operations that continued from medieval times until 1790 near the Madriu River.
Traditional granite houses with schist roofs in the settlements of Entremesaigues and Ramio demonstrate the architectural methods of mountain communities.
Visitors can only access the valley through a network of footpaths, as no roads reach this protected area that represents 9% of Andorra's territory.
The valley maintains a communal land ownership system dating from the 13th century, where local farmers continue grazing their livestock in high mountain pastures.
Location: Encamp
Location: Andorra la Vella
Location: Sant Julià de Lòria
Location: Escaldes-Engordany
Website: http://madriu-perafita-claror.com/indexa.asp?idioma=eng
GPS coordinates: 42.49215,1.59443
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:17
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