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Panoramic view of Puertomingalvo with houses and castle on the hill. Pabloandr85, CC BY-SA 3.0

Puertomingalvo

Aragon

135Population
103.62 km²Area
1,449 mElevation
44411Postal code

Puertomingalvo is a municipality located in the province of Teruel, Aragon, characterized by its rich history and stunning natural surroundings. Nestled in the Maestrazgo cultural park, it features a well-preserved medieval castle and a charming urban layout.

02Geography

Puertomingalvo is situated in the northeastern part of the Gúdar-Javalambre comarca, at an elevation of 1456 m. The municipality covers an area of 103.62 km² and is renowned for its natural environment typical of the Serranía del Maestrazgo. The local residents are referred to as puertomingalvinos/as.

Patron saint
San Bernabé
Festival dates
San Antonio (January), Rogativa to San Juan (May), San Bernabé (June), La Asunción (August), Virgen del Pilar (October)

03History

The history of Puertomingalvo dates back to Iberian times, with evidence of early settlements in the area. Roman influence is noted through archaeological findings, and the town was reconquered in 1181. The establishment of the town is documented in 1202, and it has been recognized as one of the Most Beautiful Villages in Spain since 2013.

Explore Puertomingalvo, a historic municipality in Teruel, known for its medieval architecture and beautiful natural landscapes.

04Urbanism and Monuments

The urban center of Puertomingalvo is perched on a rocky promontory, dominated by the castle that dates back to its early history. The town features narrow streets lined with examples of popular architecture, including the Casa de la Villa and the ancient hospital of Santa María de Gracia.

Public washhouse with stone arch and sign in Puertomingalvo.
Old public washhouse with stone arch and informational sign in Puertomingalvo.
Facade of a church with wooden door and stone details in Puertomingalvo.
Facade of the parish church of the Virgin of Purification and Saint Blaise in Puertomingalvo, with its wooden door and stone details.
Puertomingalvo · Data
Province
Teruel
Autonomous community
Aragon
Population
135
Area
103.62 km²
Elevation
1,449 m
Postal code
44411
Website
http://www.puertomingalvo.com
Coordinates
40.2647, -0.4595

Photos

San Bernabé's hermitage in Puertomingalvo, with stone walls and a red-tiled roof.
San Bernabé's hermitage in Puertomingalvo, built of stone with a red-tiled roof, on elevated ground.
Stone building with flags and arched windows in Puertomingalvo.
Stone building with flags on the facade and arched windows in Puertomingalvo, Teruel.

Map

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