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Arcos de Jalón

Castile and León

1,531Population
441.54 km²Area
831 mElevation
42250Postal code

Arcos de Jalón is a municipality located in the province of Soria, within the autonomous community of Castile and León. It is characterized by its rich natural landscape and historical heritage, including a notable castle and a diverse climate.

02Geography

Situated in the valley of the Jalón River, Arcos de Jalón lies at an elevation of 826 meters. The municipality is characterized by its Mediterranean continental climate, with average temperatures ranging from 2 °C to 4 °C in January and 18 °C to 20 °C in July. The area is rich in natural beauty, featuring numerous rivers and lush vegetation.

Climate
Mediterranean continental, sub-arid
Average annual precipitation
300 mm to 491 mm
Dominant winds
Northeast, solano, southwest
Main geological features
Laguna de Judes, karst formations

03History

Originally known simply as Arcos, the municipality was part of the province of Calatayud in 1821 before becoming integrated into Soria. Over the years, it has undergone several administrative changes, including the incorporation of surrounding localities in the late 1960s.

Discover Arcos de Jalón, a municipality in Soria known for its natural beauty and historical sites.

04Heritage and Economy

Arcos de Jalón boasts several historical sites, including the 14th-century Castillo de Arcos de Jalón and the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, which features a mix of architectural styles. The local economy has seen changes over the years, with the development of an industrial park and the closure of various factories.

Map with streets, buildings, and points of interest in Arcos de Jalón.
Map of Arcos de Jalón in Soria showing streets, buildings, and points of interest.
Stone church with tower and bell tower in Arcos de Jalón.
Church of Arcos de Jalón with tower and bell tower on a sunny day.
Arcos de Jalón · Data
Province
Soria
Autonomous community
Castile and León
Population
1,531
Area
441.54 km²
Elevation
831 m
Postal code
42250
Website
http://www.arcosdejalon.es/
Coordinates
41.2139, -2.2708

Photos

Statue of Jesus and ruins of a tower in Arcos de Jalón.
Statue of Jesus beside ruins of an old tower in Arcos de Jalón, Soria.
Stone castle on a hilltop with red-tiled houses.
Castle of Arcos de Jalón on a hilltop with red-tiled houses in the foreground.
Waterfall in Velilla with water falling from about twenty meters.
The waterfall of La Chorronera in Velilla, with water falling from about twenty meters in a rocky gorge.
Ruined Montuenga castle on a hill in Soria.
The Montuenga castle in Soria, in the town of Arcos de Jalón, stands on a hill with a ruined structure.

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