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Overview: Nestled high in the Pyrenees, Soldeu may not be Andorra's most attractive or popular holiday ski resort, but it's a great place for family holidays and provides excellent value for money for travellers on a tight budget. It's renowned for being cheerful and family orientated, and is rated as one of the best places in Europe of beginner skiers. The village is located in the greater Grandvalira region, which incorporates neighbouring Pas de La Casa and has four other resort bases in the eastern half of Andorra. During the summer months, Soldeu is a popular destination for hiking, mountain climbing and even white water rafting, while during the winter months the pistes below Pic d'Encampadana are covered in snow providing perfect conditions for skiers, snowboarders and those who just enjoy the beauty of the frosted Pyrenees peaks.

Shopping: Despite the fact that Andorra is one of the few countries in the world that is blessed with duty free shopping, the resort of Soldeu is fairly limited when it comes to shops with a sprinkling of small sports stores providing equipment and a supermarket for supplies. There are, however, a few fashion boutiques, gift and souvenir shops and photography galleries, but most shoppers head to nearby La Vella, located about 30 minutes away via public bus, for duty free shopping for perfumes, cosmetics, alcohol, tobacco and designer goods.

Restaurants: Soldeu's restaurants and cafes offer world-class cuisine and the majority of them can be found sprinkled along the main street and throughout the village. With French, Spanish, Italian and local Pyrenean fare to choose from, visitors will have a tough time deciding where to dine. The highly popular Fat Albert's serves a delicious fillet steak, while the Roc Restaurant is good value for money with a constantly changing menu. There are a plethora of small takeaway shops along the main streets selling everything from baguettes and sandwiches to slices of pizza and more, while those wanting a view while they eat should head for the mountain restaurants for an unforgettable dining experience.

Nightlife: Soldeu's nightlife is not as hip and happening as neighbouring Pas de la Casa, but it does offer a number of fantastic bars and nightclubs providing plenty of after dark entertainment for holidaymakers. Many of the clubs pump until the early hours. There are bars with live entertainment, bars showing sports events, and even bars that double as discos - enough for anyone looking for a wild night out after a long day on the slopes. Head to Fat Albert's for a great night out, where happy hour après ski drinks can be enjoyed, and live music and DJs keep the place pumping until the wee hours.

Activities: There is a wide range of activities available for holidaymakers in Soldeu, it all depends on what time of year you visit. In the summertime, mountain climbing, hiking and even white water rafting are popular, while during the winter months, the skiing is excellent value for money. Advanced skiers can enjoy moderate off-piste skiing as well as several black runs and even a spot of snow mobiling for something different. Soldeu is also a good centre for snowboarders with a well-equipped snow park featuring a half pipe and various jumps. Other popular activities in Soldeu are helicopter rides to view the spectacular mountain scenery of this fantastic holiday resort.

Negatives: As there are no black slopes, Soldeu is popular with beginners, and families with young children. Travellers looking for more challenging skiing conditions and a pumping nightlife should avoid Soldeu and rather head to neighbouring Pas de la Casa.