Epiphany 2025

Description

Epiphany in Andorra is a Christian holiday called Dia de Reis or Three Kings Day. It remembers the visit of the three wise men to baby Jesus and marks the end of the Christmas season with a religious meaning about revelation.

The holiday takes place on January 6 each year. On the evening of January 5 there are parades where people dressed as the three kings throw sweets to children. Families gather, and shops may be closed the next day because it is a public holiday.

Epiphany is important because it mixes faith and fun. Children often receive gifts, and communities celebrate with food, music, and traditional pastries like the Catalan tortell. It brings families together and honors a key moment in the Christian story.

Traditions

Epiphany in Andorra is like in Catalonia. People celebrate the arrival of the Three Kings on January 6. Towns have parades called Cavalcada dels Reis with colorful floats and people dressed as the kings.

Children leave shoes out on January 5 so the kings can fill them with small gifts and sweets. Families go to special church services and set up nativity scenes that stay up until the feast day.

A sweet called tortell de Reis is shared. It is a ring shaped cake with a hidden figurine and sometimes a bean. Whoever finds the figurine is the party king for the day.

Small villages add local dances and music. Overall customs are very similar across Andorra with small regional touches.

Travel Tips

Expect some shops and offices to be closed on Epiphany. Many people join parades, nativity shows, or church services. Roads and buses can be busier in the morning and late afternoon, especially near towns and ski resorts.

Plan ahead by booking transport and restaurants early. Dress warmly and follow local crowd rules. Visit a parade or church to learn the holiday tradition. Be polite, take photos from a safe distance, and enjoy local sweets and music to make the day special.