Madrigueras Postal Codes: 02230 | La Manchuela, Albacete, Castilla-La Mancha

Key Facts

Madrigueras is a municipality located in the province of Albacete, within the autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. Situated in the comarca of La Manchuela, it lies in the southeastern part of the Iberian Peninsula, approximately 30 kilometers northeast of the provincial capital, Albacete. The municipality covers an area of about 73.9 square kilometers and has a population of around 4,600 residents, as of recent estimates. Madrigueras is administratively divided into the main town and several smaller pedanías (hamlets), including El Villar and La Gineta. The local economy has traditionally been based on agriculture, particularly the cultivation of grapes, olives, and cereals, alongside some light industry. Historically, the area has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with evidence of Roman and Moorish settlements, though it gained prominence during the Reconquista. The town's name, derived from the Spanish word for 'burrows' or 'warrens,' reflects its historical association with rabbit hunting. Today, Madrigueras is known for its annual festivals, such as the Fiestas Patronales in honor of San Isidro Labrador, and its well-preserved examples of traditional La Mancha architecture. For detailed postal code information and access to services within its subdivisions, visitors can explore the specific codes assigned to each neighborhood and hamlet.

Neighboring Regions

• Albacete
• Tarazona de la Mancha
• Navas de Jorquera
• Mahora
• Villamalea
• Fuentealbilla
• Cenizate