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Madrigal de la Vera, Spain
municipality
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Coat of arms of Madrigal de la Vera, Spain
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Country Spain
Autonomous community Extremadura
Province Cáceres
Municipality Madrigal de la Vera
Area
 • Total 42 km2 (16 sq mi)
Elevation
401 m (1,316 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 1,595
 • Density 38.0/km2 (98.4/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Madrigal de la Vera is a small town, also called a municipality, in Spain. It is located in the province of Cáceres, which is part of the Extremadura region. Imagine a place with beautiful views, not too many people, and a relaxed way of life – that's Madrigal de la Vera!

View of Madrigal de la Vera

Where is Madrigal de la Vera?

Madrigal de la Vera is found in the western part of Spain. It is in the province of Cáceres. This area is known for its natural beauty. The town sits at an elevation of about 401 meters (1,316 feet) above sea level. This means it's a bit higher up, which can offer nice views of the surrounding countryside.

How Many People Live There?

As of 2018, about 1,595 people live in Madrigal de la Vera. This makes it a smaller community. In 2005, the population was a bit higher, with 1,734 inhabitants. The number of people living in a town can change over time.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or a small group of villages. These areas have their own local leaders. They manage things like local services and public spaces. Madrigal de la Vera is one of many municipalities in the province of Cáceres.

Time and Location

Madrigal de la Vera uses Central European Time (CET). This is UTC+1. During the summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is UTC+2. This is also known as Daylight Saving Time. The town's exact location is 40 degrees 58 minutes North latitude and 5 degrees 22 minutes West longitude. These numbers help pinpoint its spot on a map of the world.

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