San Martín de la Vega del Alberche facts for kids
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San Martín de la Vega del Alberche
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San Martín de la Vega del Alberche from the Mountain pass of Chía
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 San Martín de la Vega del Alberche
Location in Castile and León
San Martín de la Vega del Alberche
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Ávila |
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| Municipality | San Martín de la Vega del Alberche | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 50 km2 (20 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 174 | ||
| • Density | 3.5/km2 (9.0/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
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San Martín de la Vega del Alberche is a small town and municipality in Spain. It is located in the province of Ávila, which is part of the Castile and León region. This charming place is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
In 2019, about 168 people lived in San Martín de la Vega del Alberche. The town is quite high up, sitting at 1,517 meters (about 4,977 feet) above sea level. This makes it one of the highest towns in the province of Ávila.
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About San Martín de la Vega del Alberche
Where is this Town?
San Martín de la Vega del Alberche is found in the central part of Spain. It is about 50 kilometers (31 miles) away from Ávila, the capital city of its province. You can reach it by driving on roads N 502 and AV 510.
The town is very close to the Sierra de Gredos Regional Park. This park is a popular place for nature lovers. Many people visit San Martín de la Vega del Alberche in the summer. They come to escape the heat of the Castilian plains.
The Alberche River
A special river called the Alberche River flows near the town. Its source, where the river begins, is only about 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) west of San Martín de la Vega del Alberche. The river then flows through the lower part of the town. Later, it joins the Tagus River (Rio Tajo) further east.
What to See and Do
There are many interesting things to explore in San Martín de la Vega del Alberche:
- Visit the Church of San Martín. It is a historic building in the town.
- Explore the old ruins of chapels. These include the ermita de los Dolores or de la Piedad.
- Take a walk to the source of the Alberche River. It's a great way to see where the river begins.
- Admire the historical stone buildings. The town has many examples of old stone architecture.
- Quench your thirst at the many spring water fountains. You can find them all around the town.
See also
In Spanish: San Martín de la Vega del Alberche para niños
