Azuqueca de Henares

Azuqueca de Henares is a municipality in Guadalajara Province located at approximately 627 meters elevation, connected to Madrid through conventional railway lines and the Toll Radial 2 Highway. The town provides two health centers, six public primary schools, three public high schools, and various sports facilities for residents.

The settlement began as a Roman village near the Henares River in the second century BCE and later became a trading hub during the Arabic period. Its location on an ancient commercial route shaped its development across centuries.

The town hosts its main festivities on the third Sunday of September with a celebratory parade that draws regional attention. These celebrations reflect the local community's spirit and traditions.

Visitors should take advantage of the convenient rail connections to Madrid, which make the town easily accessible. The schools and health centers in place show that it functions as a well-serviced community.

The name Azuqueca comes from Arabic and means "lane" or "path", reflecting its position along an ancient Roman road. This road connected Mérida to Zaragoza and placed the settlement at a key point on old trading routes.

Location: Guadalajara Province

Capital city: Azuqueca de Henares

Elevation above the sea: 627 m

Part of: Mancomunidad de Aguas del Sorbe, Mancomunitat «Vega del Henares»

Shares border with: Alovera, Chiloeches, Los Santos de la Humosa, Alcalá de Henares, Meco, Villanueva de la Torre

Website: http://azuqueca.es

GPS coordinates: 40.56472,-3.26806

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:24