Alcadozo

02Geography

Alcadozo is located in the southeastern part of the Iberian Peninsula, at an elevation of approximately 925 meters above sea level. The municipality covers an area of 99.58 km² and is bordered by several other municipalities within Albacete province, including Peñas de San Pedro and Ayna.

Distance to provincial capital

42 km

Nearby localities

Casasola, Fuente del Pino, La Herrería, La Molata, El Molinar, Santa Ana

03History

The municipality of Alcadozo was established as a separate entity in February 1847. In the mid-19th century, it was part of Peñas de San Pedro and had a recorded population of 342.

• 1847 Alcadozo created as a municipal entity.
• Mid-19th century Population recorded at 342.

Alcadozo, a municipality in Albacete, Castilla-La Mancha, features rich cultural heritage and stunning natural landscapes.

04Cultural Heritage

Alcadozo features several notable monuments, including the 18th-century Ermita de la Abuela Santa Ana and the Ermita de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción. The area is also home to the Molar Gordo, an archaeological site from the Argárica culture.

• Ermita de la Abuela Santa Ana 18th-century chapel.
• Ermita de Nuestra Señora de la Concepción Historical chapel from the 18th century.
• Molar Gordo Archaeological site from the II millennium BC.
• Carrasca de la Vaca Ancient tree over a thousand years old.
• Pino del Guapero A majestic tree over five hundred years old.

05Festivals and Traditions

Alcadozo celebrates several local festivals throughout the year, reflecting its cultural traditions. Key events include festivities in honor of the patron saint and other local saints.

• February 3 San Blas - picnic in the countryside.
• May 1 Celebration for co-patron San Ricardo.
• May 15-16 Fiestas for patron San Isidro Labrador.
• December 8 Celebration for the patroness, the Purísima Concepción.
• December 13 Santa Lucía.