Lanzahíta Postal Codes: 05490 | Arenas de San Pedro, Ávila, Castilla y León

Key Facts

Lanzahíta is a municipality located in the province of Ávila, within the autonomous community of Castilla y León, Spain. Situated in the southern part of the province, it lies in the Tiétar Valley region, an area known for its milder microclimate compared to the higher, colder plains of northern Ávila. The municipality covers an area of approximately 33 square kilometers and, as of recent estimates, has a population of around 800 inhabitants. It is administratively part of the judicial district of Arenas de San Pedro. The local economy has traditionally been based on agriculture, including olive groves and vineyards, alongside some livestock farming, though services and small-scale tourism related to its natural setting are also present. The terrain is characterized by rolling hills and is crossed by the Tiétar River, a major tributary of the Tagus. Historically, the area has evidence of Roman settlement, and the village itself likely developed during the medieval repopulation periods of the Kingdom of Castile. Lanzahíta is not subdivided into other civil parishes or administrative districts; it functions as a single municipal entity. For those seeking detailed locality information, postal code data for addresses within Lanzahíta can be accessed to facilitate mail delivery and location-based services in this part of the Tiétar Valley.

Neighboring Regions

• Pedro Bernardo
• Mijares
• Navaluenga
• Piedralaves
• San Esteban del Valle
• Sotillo de la Adrada