Moreda de Álava/Moreda Araba Postal Codes: 01322 | Laguardia-Rioja Alavesa, Álava, País Vasco

Key Facts

Moreda de Álava (also known as Moreda Araba) is a municipality and town located in the province of Álava, within the autonomous community of the Basque Country (País Vasco), Spain. It is situated in the southern part of Álava, specifically within the comarca (district) of Rioja Alavesa, which forms part of the renowned La Rioja wine region. Geographically, Moreda de Álava lies in a hilly area near the Ebro River valley, approximately 45 kilometers south of the provincial capital, Vitoria-Gasteiz. The municipality covers an area of about 8.94 square kilometers and has a population of around 250 residents, making it a small, rural settlement. Administratively, as a municipality, it is the smallest local government unit in Spain and does not contain further official sub-regions within it; it governs the single town of Moreda de Álava itself. The economy is traditionally based on viticulture, with vineyards producing grapes for the Rioja Denominación de Origen wines, alongside some agriculture. The town features historic architecture, including the Church of San Martín. For those seeking detailed local information, accessing postal code data for Moreda de Álava can facilitate mail delivery and location-based services in this picturesque wine-producing area.

Neighboring Regions

• Lapuebla de Labarca
• Elciego
• Navaridas
• Yécora/Iekora
• Laguardia