Church with tower in Salmoral seen from the road. 19Tarrestnom65, CC BY-SA 4.0

Salmoral

Castile and León

107Population
23 km²Area
908 mElevation
37314Postal code

Salmoral is a municipality located in the province of Salamanca, within the autonomous community of Castile and León. Characterized by its agricultural economy and traditional practices, it is part of the Tierra de Peñaranda comarca and has a small population of 107 residents.

02Geography

Salmoral is situated 52 km southeast of Salamanca, bordering the province of Ávila. The landscape features a transition from the elevated plains of the Submeseta Norte to the granitic hills and oak forests that rise towards the Sierra de Ávila. The municipality covers an area of 22.62 km² and is characterized by its high elevation of 909 m, which leads to a harsh climate with long winters and short summers.

Patron saint
San Roque
Main festival
August 16
Climate
Extreme with long winters and short summers
Nearby towns
Macotera, Bóveda del Río Almar, Mancera de Abajo, Santiago de la Puebla, Malpartida

03History

Salmoral has a historical background that traces back to the Reconquista, initially part of the Community of Villa and Tierra of Ávila. In the 15th century, it became part of the Kingdom of León and later, in 1833, was incorporated into the province of Salamanca. The population has fluctuated over the years, with a notable count of 789 residents recorded in the mid-19th century.

Salmoral, a small municipality in Salamanca, is known for its agricultural economy and the celebration of San Roque on August 16.

04Economy and Daily Life

The economy of Salmoral is primarily based on traditional agriculture, focusing on cereal crops such as wheat and barley. Livestock farming also plays a significant role, supported by the nearby Merinas cattle route. The village has a history of local markets and trades, with notable industries including shoemaking and basket weaving.

Salmoral · Data
Province
Salamanca
Autonomous community
Castile and León
Population
107
Area
23 km²
Elevation
908 m
Postal code
37314
Website
http://aytosalmoral.es/
Coordinates
40.8014, -5.2203

Photos

Facade of Salmoral town hall with wooden doors and Plaza Mayor sign.
Entrance to the Salmoral town hall with public notices and nearby services.

Map

Nearby

Brick building with flags and a clock on top.
Macotera
Salamanca · 1,009 inhabitants

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