Geography and Environment

Geography and Environment of Andorra

Terrain, climate, natural resources, hazards, and environmental conditions of Andorra.

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Overview

landlocked; straddles a number of important crossroads in the Pyrenees

Terrain: rugged mountains dissected by narrow valleys
Climate: temperate; snowy, cold winters and warm, dry summers
Weather Patterns: http://voap.weather.com/weather/oap/ANXX0001?template=TRVLH&par=1003114983&unit=0&key=5b85ae1d85877a1b34827fba743e2133
Highest Point: 2946 — Coma Pedrosa 2,946 m
Lowest Point: 840 — Riu Runer 840 m

Natural Resources: Hydropower, mineral water, timber, iron ore, and lead are among Andorra's principal natural resources. The country's mountainous terrain supports small-scale hydropower generation, which contributes to its domestic energy mix, though Andorra remains heavily dependent on electricity imports from Spain and France. Mineral water sources are commercially significant, and forested areas provide modest timber resources. Iron ore and lead deposits exist within the principality, though mining activity is limited and these resources play a minor role in the modern economy compared to tourism and retail trade.
Natural Hazards: avalanches

Current Environmental Issues: deforestation; overgrazing of mountain meadows contributes to soil erosion; air pollution; wastewater treatment and solid waste disposal
International Agreements: party to: Hazardous Wastes signed, but not ratified: none of the selected agreements