Coma Pedrosa
Mountain Andorra's highest peak and challenging hiking route
Andorra’s highest peak, Coma Pedrosa attracts hikers and winter‑season visitors with steep alpine trails, high pastures and panoramic Pyrenean viewpoints.
Coma Pedrosa is the highest mountain in the principality of Andorra, reaching an elevation of 2,942 metres. It is a prominent peak in the western Pyrenees and a national high point.
The mountain is a popular objective for hikers and mountaineers with marked routes to the summit that offer high-alpine scenery and panoramic views across the Pyrenees. Trails vary in length and difficulty, with common approaches beginning at valley trailheads in La Massana and nearby villages.
Coma Pedrosa has long been recognised as Andorra’s highest summit and has served as an alpine destination for local shepherding, mountain travel and recreational climbing through the 19th and 20th centuries.
Located in the parish of La Massana in northwestern Andorra, the peak sits within the Pyrenean massif and is reachable from nearby mountain villages and trailheads.
- Elevation: Highest point in Andorra at 2,942 metres, making it the country's summit target for hikers and peak-baggers.
Tips for Visiting Coma Pedrosa #
- Begin the ascent early from the main trailhead in La Massana/Arinsal to avoid afternoon storms and to give yourself time for the long, steep climb and descent.
- Check conditions and refuge availability at the Refugi de Coma Pedrosa (the mountain refuge) before setting out-keepers and local guides can advise on snow, trail conditions and safe routes.
- If you're not an experienced high-mountain hiker, consider booking a local guide for the summit push; the route is strenuous and route-finding can be tricky in poor visibility.
Best Time to Visit Coma Pedrosa #
Best climbed in summer (July-September) when routes are most likely to be snow-free and accessible.
Weather & Climate near Coma Pedrosa #
Coma Pedrosa's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1623 mm/year), wettest in November.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (164 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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July
July is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (182 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Significant rainfall (163 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
