Gargantilla del Lozoya y Pinilla de Buitrago Postal Codes: 28739 | Lozoya Somosierra, Madrid, Comunidad de Madrid

Key Facts

Gargantilla del Lozoya y Pinilla de Buitrago is a municipality located in the northern part of the Community of Madrid, Spain. Situated within the comarca of Lozoya Somosierra, this municipality lies approximately 90 kilometers north of Madrid city, nestled in the scenic Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range. The municipality covers an area of about 24.2 square kilometers and has a small population of around 400 residents, making it one of the less densely populated areas in the Madrid region. It is administratively part of the judicial district of Torrelaguna and consists of two main population centers: Gargantilla del Lozoya and Pinilla de Buitrago, which give the municipality its compound name. The area is characterized by its mountainous terrain, with the Lozoya River flowing through the municipality, providing important water resources to the region. Historically, the municipality has maintained its rural character despite its proximity to the Spanish capital, with agriculture and livestock farming remaining significant economic activities alongside growing tourism focused on nature and outdoor recreation. For those seeking postal code information for this municipality or its constituent villages, detailed postal data can be accessed through regional postal services.

Neighboring Regions

• Puentes Viejas
• Buitrago del Lozoya
• Navarredonda y San Mamés
• Villavieja del Lozoya
• Garganta de los Montes
• Canencia