Short Trip to La Seu in Spain & Celebrating Springtime
May 14th-May 16th, 2021
Convent in La Seu d’Urgell, Spain
Historic Center of La Seu d’Urgell
La Seu d’Urgell is the closest Spanish town to Andorra, in the region of Alt d’Urgell. It was only about a 45 minute bus ride from Escaldes, and some people even commute from there to Andorra. The Bishop of La Seu is also one of the co-princes of Andorra.
La Seu is a beautiful place because it has a view of the Pyrenees, but it’s not as closed in as Andorra.
I decided to visit because I heard there’s a market there every Saturday and to finally explore something outside of the tiny principality. I had heard that people living in Andorra can often feel a little trapped by the mountains, or feel like they are living in an island, and I have been feeling that too!
Back side of the Cathedral of La Seu D’Urgell and view of the market
One of the main attractions in La Seu is their cathedral, convent, and a museum based on the church and some of the ancient Beautitudes documents they hold.
View from the historic center
As you can see, there´s a lot more open space and wider valleys than in Andorra.
After visiting the market, buying some antiques and getting some coffee, I hiked up to Torre de Solsana and enjoyed some even more gorgeous views.
A Lovely Evening in Andorra
I can´t think of a better way to end this short adventure than with a delicious meal and a gorgeous meal. I finally had the chance to try the Paella at the restaurant I walk past on my way back from work. It was worth the wait!
Paella with a view of Iglesia de Santa Coloma
I also missed the bus so we walked over 40 minutes from Andorra la Vella to Santa Coloma both ways, and I sure got my steps in.. over 30,000!
Celebrating Springtime at the Andorran National Orchestra´s Springtime Concert and La Massana´s Spring Festival
On Sunday I attended my second concert at the Andorran National Auditorium. It was a wonderful musical performance that also included a little acting. It turns out one of my students who came to language tables the following week was actually one of the violin players!
Finally, I also got to go to the flower festival in La Massana. Spring is in the air!
