Casa de la Vall
Manor house from the 16th century in Andorra la Vella, seat of the General Council from 1702 to 2011 and today a museum with visits to its historic rooms.
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About the museum
Casa de la Vall was built at the end of the 16th century as the manor house of the Busquets family, on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Valira valley. A century later the owners sold it to the General Council, which in 1702 made it its seat and the country’s court of justice.
Until 2011 it hosted the sessions of the Andorran parliament. The most important renovations were carried out in 1962, and several features of the building date from that time. The attic served as a dormitory for councillors who stayed overnight after long sessions, and between 1987 and 1991 the Andorran Postal Museum was housed here. In 2011 the General Council moved to a new building right next door, but official ceremonies are still held in the house.
Today visitors can see the interior: the criminal courtroom, the Sala dels Passos Perduts (Hall of Lost Steps) with 16th-century mural paintings, the council chamber, the kitchens and the Armari de les set claus (Cabinet of the Seven Keys), where valuable historical documents are kept. Outside, the square with the dovecote, the façades of lime mortar and sandstone, the slate roof and the coat of arms of the Busquets family and the Principality complete the visit.
Highlights
- Sala dels Passos Perduts (Hall of Lost Steps) with 16th-century mural paintings
- Council chamber where the General Council met
- Armari de les set claus (Cabinet of the Seven Keys) with historical documents
- Criminal courtroom with wooden furniture and decoration
- Façade with the coat of arms of the Busquets family and the Principality and the motto “Virtus, Unita, Fortior”
Permanent exhibition
- Visita a la Casa de la Vall – A tour of the historic rooms of the former seat of the General Council, from the criminal courtroom to the restored attic.
- Operated by
- Consell General d’Andorra
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
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| Reduced | €2.50Groups of more than 10 people, partner organisations and societies, foreign students and people over 65 |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 9 · Free admission for children under 10 |
| Visitors with disabilities | freeFree admission for people with disabilities |
| Groups (11+ people) | €2.50 per personReduced rate for groups of more than 10 people |
| Supplement for guided tour (per person, by advance booking) | €1.50 |
Free admission: Free admission every Wednesday and on the first and third Saturday of each month for citizens of the Principality
Also free for national schools and pupils, social services, people registered as jobseekers, holders of the Carnet Jove, members of ICOM and ICOMOS and of the Targeta Magna, and members of the Club Piolet with their family. PassMuseu holders receive a 50% discount. Tickets are bought at reception.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Elevator: no information
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- Service dogs welcome: no information
- Tactile models & exhibits: no information
- Sign language tours: no information
- Easy-to-read materials: no information
- Audio description: no information
The museum states that it is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Kids & families
| Kids’ admission | free up to age 9 |
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- Family tours & workshops
School workshops.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Line L1 Escaldes-Engordany / Sant Julià de Lòria
Amenities & dining
- Museum shop
Gift shop with items from Casa de la Vall.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Audio guide | yes |
| School programs | yes |
| Good to know | Visitors can take a self-guided tour with an audio guide. Guided tours require advance booking by phone (+376 839 760) or by email (reservesmuseus@govern.ad). School workshops are available. |
