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Castilléjar

Andalusia, Spain · Europe

About Castilléjar

Castilléjar sits on the route: 15 minutes from Galera, 35km from Sierra de Cazorla Natural Park.

Castilléjar is a town located in Andalusia, Spain. With a population of 1,600, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Castilléjar sits in Spain, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Madrid time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Castilléjar to your route.

About Castilléjar

Castilléjar is a municipality located in the province of Granada, Spain. It lies near the confluence of the Rio Galera and the Rio Guardal, approximately at the geographic centre of the Altiplano de Granada. According to the 2006 census (INE), the town has a population of 1,619 inhabitants.

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Where is Castilléjar located?

Castilléjar is located in Andalusia, Spain, Europe. The coordinates are 37.7170 latitude, -2.6406 longitude.

What is the population of Castilléjar?

Castilléjar has a population of approximately 1,600 people, making it a town in Spain.

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Quick Information

Population
1,600
Continent
Europe
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
37.7170, -2.6406

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Spain

Police
091
Ambulance
061
Fire
080
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Guardia Civil (traffic police): 062. Two warning triangles required in vehicles.

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Worth the detour from Castilléjar

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

national park

Sierra de Cazorla Natural Park

Spain's largest protected area, a rugged maze of pine-forested peaks and the source of the Guadalquivir river.

35 km · about 40 min drive

mountain pass

Alto de Velefique

A twisting road through the semi-desert landscape of Almería province, gaining fame as a Vuelta a España climb and a hidden gem for motorcycle touring.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Castilléjar

  • 58 kmAlto de VelefiqueA twisting road through the semi-desert landscape of Almería province, gaining fame as a Vuelta a España climb and a hidden gem for motorcycle touring.
  • 74 kmPuerto de la RaguaThe highest paved pass in Andalusia at 2041m, crossing the Sierra Nevada between the Alpujarras and the Marquesado with arid Mediterranean mountain scenery.

Driving in Spain

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.55/litre
Motorway tolls
~€4.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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Pozo Alcón

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26 km awayPop. 5,414

Zújar

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26 km awayPop. 2,597

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