Fields and clear sky in Campillo de Dueñas. Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0

Campillo de Dueñas

Castilla–La Mancha

71Population
60.63 km²Area
1,109 mElevation
19360Postal code

Campillo de Dueñas is a small municipality located in the province of Guadalajara, within the autonomous community of Castilla–La Mancha. Characterized by its rich history and agricultural economy, it is home to notable landmarks such as the castle of Zafra and the church of Santa Catalina.

02Geography

Situated in the eastern part of Guadalajara, Campillo de Dueñas is surrounded by several neighboring towns, including La Yunta, Hombrados, El Pobo, and Odón. The municipality is characterized by its elevated terrain, lying at an elevation of 1109 meters, and covers an area of 60.63 km².

Distance to Molina de Aragón
20 km
Distance to Guadalajara
165 km
Distance to Madrid
220 km

03History

The history of Campillo de Dueñas dates back to ancient times, with evidence of Celtic settlements in the area. The village was officially recognized in 1231 and has undergone various transformations, including destruction and repopulation throughout the centuries.

Explore Campillo de Dueñas, a historic municipality in Guadalajara known for its castle and agricultural traditions.

04Economy and Landmarks

The local economy primarily revolves around agriculture, focusing on sunflowers and sheep farming. Campillo de Dueñas features significant landmarks, including the castle of Zafra and the church of Santa Catalina, both of which reflect the area's historical and cultural heritage.

Campillo de Dueñas · Data
Province
Guadalajara
Autonomous community
Castilla–La Mancha
Population
71
Area
60.63 km²
Elevation
1,109 m
Postal code
19360
Coordinates
40.8850, -1.6836

Photos

Lagoon with water and vegetation, cloudy sky in Campillo de Dueñas.
The Laguna Honda in Campillo de Dueñas, surrounded by vegetation and under a cloudy sky.
Zafra castle on rocky formations in Guadalajara.
Zafra castle in Campillo de Dueñas, built on rocky formations in Guadalajara.

Map

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